Simon Hudson

Simon Hudson is a singer-songwriter whose highly original music weaves a captivating blend of world, roots and folk, with influences including Carlinhos Brown, The Cat Empire, Jose Gonzalez, Neil Finn, and Paul Simon. Based in Melbourne, Australia, he’s toured throughout Europe, Brazil, Cuba and Australia, solo and with his band.

His latest single Travelling Salesman (Nov 2018, Bandcamp) is an ode to the life of the touring musician - visiting many places with suitcase and guitar in hand, the hardest place to find is home. It’s the first single from his forthcoming album Islands due in December 2019.

His debut Earthman was launched worldwide in August 2016 on German label Songs and Whispers, distributed by Broken Silence (Europe) and Native Tongue (Australia). Three singles were released (...) Mehr anzeigen, with funds for the album raised using Australian crowdfunder Pozible.

His previous 2012 EP Time And Space is a remarkable showcase of skilled songwriting, addictive roots rhythms and honest lyricism. Earthman was created during periods where Simon was examining his place in the world. He sees the world as a whole, with similarities between all people – because we are a global species. Everyone can find something potent and true in these songs, dealing with love, friendship, hope, dedication and tenderness.

His 5 international tours from 2014 - 2019 have seen him play more than 167 shows worldwide, including appearances on German national radio, Cuban national TV, and pan-American radio. Weniger anzeigen