| Billy Simons | |
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Billy Simons performing live in New York July 17, 2008 |
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | William Nicholas Simons, Jr. |
| Born | December 17, 1983 |
| Origin | Ludlow, Massachusetts |
| Genres | Acoustic-pop, acoustic rock, folk |
| Instruments | Guitar, Beatbox, Vocals |
| Years active | 2003-Present |
| Website | http://www.billy-simons.com |
Billy Simons (born December 17, 1983) is an American singer-songwriter originally from Ludlow, Massachusetts. His music is often described as acoustic pop, rock, and folk. Although he sometimes plays with a trio, Simons mostly plays solo acoustic shows incorporating guitar tapping, beatboxing, a looping effects pedal, and a distorted microphone through which he sings what sound like guitar solos, always playing exclusively with Taylor Guitars.
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In 2004, Billy Simons began giving live performances at New York City venues such as The Bowery Ballroom, The Bitter End, Sin-e, The Living Room, and The Canal Room. In 2007, Simons released a compilation of his compositions under the title "The Joker's Hand" (2007) on iTunes. Notable songs include "Sister Agnes," "Body," and "Part II." In 2009, Simons released a live solo acoustic album, "Live at the Academy" (2009).[1] Later that year, Simons released "Music From the Motion Picture" (2009) following his sold-out CD release performance at The Bitter End in New York City.[2] He has opened performances for Bobby McFerrin; Susan Tedeschi; Dave Matthews collaborator Tim Reynolds;[3] Pete Francis of Dispatch; country superstar Phil Vassar; Matisyahu; Spin Doctors Lead Singer Chris Barron; and Pure Prairie League.
Studio Albums & EPs
2003: "Billy Simons" (EP)
2007: "The Joker's Hand"
2008: "Sessions On A Hill" (EP)
2009: "Music From The Motion Picture"
2010: "Elyria"
Live Albums
2009: "Live At The Academy"
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