His longtime struggle with depression devolved into an inability to write or tour. Seattle singer-songwriter--and former frontman for the indie rock band Waxwing--Rocky Votolato finally emerged from the sadness through studying philosophy. Votolato is on tour in support of his newest album, a lovely sad-happy-sad acoustic exhibition called True Devotion. See him perform live on Tuesday at Launchpad. Opening are Adam H. Stephens (from Two Gallants), Marsh (of Soular) and Brothers. The all-ages show begins at 8 p.m., and tickets range from $12 to $14. Get them through holdmyticket.com. (Jessica Cassyle Carr)