Cultured acoustic pop, seasoned with a hint of country & a delicate suggestion of rock
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Singer / songwriter Simon Clothier offers a refreshing slant on the genre. A ‘songsmith’ of genuine pedigree, he unexpectedly became the first European Artist ever to appear at Starbucks Festival of Hawaii & followed it up with a live prime time radio performance on Hawaii’s KSKM Perry & Price show.
Last year saw him secure endorsements from Kanile’a & KoAloha Inc, two manufacturing giants of indigenous Hawaiian ukuleles whilst also establishing himself as a favourite on London’s live acoustic music scene. The serious work on album project ‘Songs from a small guitar’ remains a labour of love in progress and is planned for release in early summer 2009.
It all adds up to a lateral acoustic rediscovery for this accomplished musician; his pop/rock/country origins very evident in the guitars, cellos & ukes upon which he builds his distinctive sound. Small wonder then that his crystal clear vocals, emotive lyrics & massively infectious melodies continue to win more & more admirers all the way from West London to Waikiki.
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