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Described by <a href="spotify:artist:6HjfVflhYjbu6PSIsFOjwM" data-name="Tommy Emmanuel">Tommy Emmanuel</a> as "a serious talent," Simon Phillips is far from your typical guitarist-singer-songwriter. This Melbourne-based virtuoso has redefined what it means to be a one-man band, blending distinctive sounds steeped in soul, gospel, funk, reggae, fingerstyle, blues & roots—artistry that The Fremantle Herald called "Quite literally amazing!"
From WA's coastal sands to Melbourne's vibrant music scene, Simon has carved out a unique place in Australia's music landscape. Starting his musical journey at 12 with "sand between his toes and a yearning for the wind," this kitesurfing musician has supported major artists including <a href="spotify:artist:7aRi9OzdA2ciputfuguaPK" data-name="Larry Carlton">Larry Carlton</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:7C1CFA2GWGFc51SrvX5Bvy" data-name="Robben Ford">Robben Ford</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:1nDqTUspmq8IXhcEZT93iq" data-name="Lee Ritenour">Lee Ritenour</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:6sfUgwUTFjy1SNF2uWOcPp" data-name="Kate Miller-Heidke">Kate Miller-Heidke</a> and <a href="spotify:artist:3JBecGeEHHqEDjxgjacmkv" data-name="Vince Jones">Vince Jones</a>.
A natural storyteller whose music captures the windswept freedom of coastal origins, Melbourne's urban creative energy and the rich tapestry of human connection. With a nomadic heart anchored to the sea, when not making music he's on the water, drawing inspiration from the rhythm of the waves and the stories they carry.
"Phillips' technical ability both as a singer and a guitarist, is perfectly matched by a remarkable breadth of intelligence as a songwriter and lyricist." DRUM MEDIA SYDNEY
"Exhibiting the vocal acrobatics of <a href="spotify:artist:3nnQpaTvKb5jCQabZefACI" data-name="Jeff Buckley">Jeff Buckley</a> and a song-writing style comparable to <a href="spotify:artist:0hEurMDQu99nJRq8pTxO14" data-name="John Mayer">John Mayer</a>." SOULSHINE
"Plays his arse off…sings his arse off." Robben Ford
"Phenomenal! I can’t recommend this enough. But I can try. Five Stars." TWENTY600 MAGAZINE
From WA's coastal sands to Melbourne's vibrant music scene, Simon has carved out a unique place in Australia's music landscape. Starting his musical journey at 12 with "sand between his toes and a yearning for the wind," this kitesurfing musician has supported major artists including <a href="spotify:artist:7aRi9OzdA2ciputfuguaPK" data-name="Larry Carlton">Larry Carlton</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:7C1CFA2GWGFc51SrvX5Bvy" data-name="Robben Ford">Robben Ford</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:1nDqTUspmq8IXhcEZT93iq" data-name="Lee Ritenour">Lee Ritenour</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:6sfUgwUTFjy1SNF2uWOcPp" data-name="Kate Miller-Heidke">Kate Miller-Heidke</a> and <a href="spotify:artist:3JBecGeEHHqEDjxgjacmkv" data-name="Vince Jones">Vince Jones</a>.
A natural storyteller whose music captures the windswept freedom of coastal origins, Melbourne's urban creative energy and the rich tapestry of human connection. With a nomadic heart anchored to the sea, when not making music he's on the water, drawing inspiration from the rhythm of the waves and the stories they carry.
"Phillips' technical ability both as a singer and a guitarist, is perfectly matched by a remarkable breadth of intelligence as a songwriter and lyricist." DRUM MEDIA SYDNEY
"Exhibiting the vocal acrobatics of <a href="spotify:artist:3nnQpaTvKb5jCQabZefACI" data-name="Jeff Buckley">Jeff Buckley</a> and a song-writing style comparable to <a href="spotify:artist:0hEurMDQu99nJRq8pTxO14" data-name="John Mayer">John Mayer</a>." SOULSHINE
"Plays his arse off…sings his arse off." Robben Ford
"Phenomenal! I can’t recommend this enough. But I can try. Five Stars." TWENTY600 MAGAZINE
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