Billy Simons

Billy Simons Jr. is an American singer-songwriter. His music is often described as singer-songwriter and folk.

Billy Simons Jr.
Billy Simons performing live in New York; July 17, 2008
Background information
Birth name	William Nicholas Simons, Jr.
Origin	Ludlow, Massachusetts, United States
Genres	Acoustic-pop acoustic rock folk
Instrument(s)	Guitar, vocals, banjo, bass, piano, ukulele, clarinet, beatbox
Years active	2003–present
Website	http://www.billy-simons.com

History

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 musician Phil Vassar; Matisyahu; Spin Doctors lead singer Chris Barron; and Pure Prairie League.

Discography

Studio albums and EPs

• 2003: Billy Simons (EP)
• 2007: The Joker's Hand
• 2008: Sessions On A Hill (EP)
• 2009: Music From The Motion Picture
• 2010: Elyria
• 2018: Bless Your Heart

Live albums

• 2009: Live At The Academy