Between all of us, here's a partial list of our influences: Alanis Morisette, Gwen Stefani, Robert Plant, Weezer, Muse, Radiohead, Rage Against The Machine, Paul McCartney, Beatles, Tori Amos, Queen, The Band,Van Morrison, Terry Reid, Rufus Wainwright, Jeff Buckley, Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Tom Waits, Elliott Smith, Brighteyes, Ray Charles, Nina Simone, Crosby stills n nash, Woody Gutherie, QOTSA, The Arcade Fire, Led zeppelin, Jimi hendrix,Eels, Ryan Adams, Leonard Cohen, Louis Armstrong, Jonny Cash, The Pogues, Muddy Waters, David Bowie, Miles Davis, Chuck Berry, Neil Young,The Dubliners, Lead Belly, Nat King Cole, Nick Drake,The Doors, Janis Joplin, The Kinks, Toad The Wet Sprocket, Jeremy Lister, Paramore, Pixies, Primus, Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Big Brother, Canned Heat, Richie Havens, Van Halen, Freddie Mercury, Dolly Parton :)
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Often referred to as a cross between No Doubt and Led Zeppelin, Simone continues to break convention with their own style. Influenced by the underground Detroit scene as well as the post-pop alternative sounds of Amsterdam, Simone remains in a class all their own.
'Strong riffs, hooks and melodies make Simone a highly-listenable band' (Miramar Management), but it is the energy of the live performances that Simone is best known. Sharing the stage with bands such as Driving The Fall, Anyone's Guess, Selby, One Fall Away, At Cliffs End, Pellets On Target, Stranded and many others, Simone exceeds expectations.
Known for their live performances -- "[Simone's] got the look, got the voice, got the songs" (Steve Gilmore, Rebel Riffs), Simone tours throughout the US and Europe. Their music has charted on GarageBand, StereoFame, OurStage, NoiseHead and Imeem, and their independent release "Temporary Heaven" was awarded the E.A.R. (Excellence In Audio Recording) award in 2007.
If there is one band that you follow this summer, it should be Simone.
"She's got the look, she's got the voice, she's got the songs...
What she hasn't got is a record contract so what is wrong with this
picture??"
- Steve Gilmore,
Rebel Riffs
"(Simone) "possesses a high quality voice and true talent at writing
intelligently conceived catchy songs""
- Rick Grant,
Jacksonville Times
"This award is presented to area artists not necessarily for one
particular recording, but rather for an over all body of
excellent work. And this year's winner is one of
the best around."
- Christopher Long,
Brevard Live
"It (Hello From The Sky) kicked in, grabbed my attention and never let go!
- Ron DiFabbio,
Garage Band
"Simone's stunning vocal range combined with her songwriting prowess
made me take notice. She impressed me as a strong, determined woman
who has found her reason for being."
- Rick Grant,
Jacksonville Times
"If I was a label, I would sign you!"
- NuDepths, Des Moines IA, Internet
"Sign me up for the fan club, the song is great, and your voice is
out of this world!"
- User,
TheSixtyOne
"If a top name producer like Don Was got a hold of this girl
she'd be huge!"
- Christopher Long,
Brevard Live
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Melbourne-based modern-rock band Simone will release their energetic and radio-friendly new collection of music, Built To Last, June 25, 2009.
Simone (lead vocals) grew up in Detroit, lived in Canada and now lives in Melbourne, FL, the home of Alamo Records, which is where she recorded 'Built To Last' (co-produced by Bobby Day).
With fighting spirit, unique vocals and a high-energy performance, Simone has been called "a strong, determined woman who has found her reason for being" (Rick Grant, Jacksonville Times).
Known for their live performances -- "[Simone's] got the look, she's got the voice, she's got the songs" (Steve Gilmore, Rebel Riffs), Simone tours throughout the US and Europe. Their music has charted on GarageBand, StereoFame, OurStage, NoiseHead and Imeem, and their independent release "Temporary Heaven" was awarded the coveted E.A.R. (Excellence In Audio Recording) award in 2007.
Please direct all booking inquiries to:
Miramar Management
If you are a band and would like Simone to play on your bill, please
contact: David
Brockway
Members of the press and music industry may contact:
Bryan Kezer
for on-air performances and press-related materials.
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Simone actively participates in the recycling of compact discs and encourages artists and listeners to join her with helping to make a difference.
For a list of reputable recycling centers that specialize in compact disc recycling, please consider:
Did you know?
♫ To manufacture a pound of plastic (30 CDs per pound), it requires 300 cubic feet of natural gas, 2 cups of crude oil and 24 gallons of water
♫ It is estimated that AOL alone has distributed more than 2 billion CDs. That is the natural gas equivalent of heating 200,000 homes for 1 year
♫ It is estimated that it will take over 1 million years for a CD to completely decompose in a landfill
♫ One well-known record company spends over $50 Million Dollars EACH YEAR to destroy unsold CD's.
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Excellent music We embrace each new friend to our family of friends. Join us as a friend on our official site it’s not another boring website with pretty pictures and information. It’s a cool social community of musicians and friends. Peace, Love and Revolution Nick
Thanks for the pic Simone :) I spoke to Brandon and he told me something about the 8th of August...that might be a possibility. I'll give you a call in the next few days.
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