God, Allah, Great Spirit, the Omni Present, Mother Nature, Humanity, fellow band mates in Just Jinjer and all other bands (thank you John Mugniani and CCDP) that he has been a part of, Every talented musician, artist and story teller before him, Courageous acts of positive self expression across the globe, Men and women of integrity, All prophets and pathfinders, teachers, friends and family.
Simon was raised in Stellenbosch, just outside Cape Town, South Africa. Music was always a part of his life and he started piano lessons at around five years old. At seven he was bashing his first drum kit to a pulp. His journey so far has taken him across three continents. Formerly the lead guitarist with Just Jinjer, South Africa's most successful chart topping rock band, he is now based in Los Angeles, California, working on his solo album. His work is being described as 'Conscious Rock' - music to "get down to" that is also an invitation to personal, social, political and Spiritual awareness. He has signed a deal with an independent investor and is starting his own label in the US, Conscious Revolution Records. Simon also practices as a Spiritual Life Coach, helping others remove obstacles to becoming the best possible version of themselves. His passion and intention is to support evolution and growth and the inclusion of all humans Beings in the experience of dignity, comfort, opportunity, prosperity and brotherhood. He is a huge rugby fan.
The sounds on this page are some of the demo's for his solo release. Enjoy. Namaste to
All.
Hey Simon?? I was just wondering, pondering- AND musing about how the album is coming along. Soooo.. I just HAD to scamper in to let you know. I do truly wish you well, and also an infinite quantity of "Happy Sparkle Thoughts" of positive energies, genuine kindness- encouragement AND love from my very heart and soul to yours. : )
Hello Simon- how's the working at the studio coming along?? YEP!! I am infinitely curious (and terribly impatient!), as I REALLY am anxious to be hearing your latest musical melodies that I KNOW are spectacular. Say- DID you know that... my Tibetan Singing Bowl set off airport security alarms?? Hahahah- it was pretty funny, actually. : ) Maybe I need to get myself a drum? *pondering* Heres another "Happy Sparkle Thoughts" memory of San Diego. I was walking along, and net a guy that had the CUTEST puppy. So, I asked to borrow her for a minute. I am SO glad that you CAN hear the music this awesome "UNI~verse" is humming, and share it with us.
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Dear Simon- thank you soooo much for all that you are DOing with your music, and simply for "BEing you". : ) I wanted to share with you a "Happy Sparkle Thoughts" evening that I had yesterday. The place is called Sunset Cliffs here in San Diego. I'd recommend it highly, as a sort of "balm for the heart and soul". HOPE you're having fun in the studio!!!
Hello there, Simon! Surf's up!! An OCEAN of "Happy Sparkle Thoughts" to you.. for REAL! Thank you for your beautiful comment, it made me smile. S-a-y.. is this YOU on the surfboard?? *LOL*
Hey Simon!!! GUESS what??? The "One Drum" video that we entered received Second Place for the One Minute Shift contest!! WooHoo!! "Happy Sparkle Thoughts" are JUST zipping across this wondrously magical "UNI~verse"! : ) Wishing for you an incredibly fantastic day, full of creativity, melody- and LOVE. Congratulations!!
Hello there, Simon!! I JUST am wanting to let you know I am thinking of you, and wondering how your creating "new magnificently musical stuff" for the world to HEAR is going?? I am SO darn excited about the possibilities, I am simly oozing with "Happy Sparkle Thoughts" of positive energies, joy, hope, love- AND infinite compassion. So I shall sprinkle an ocean here for you.. and all that you are wanting to share these think(g)s with. : )
Just took some time checking out your videos, Simon.. Wow what a 'peaceclaimer', with that rocking heart of yours.. So happy to have you rocking mine..
G'morning Simon! Happy Saturday to you, and I AM hoping you have a fabulous day. Just wanted to drop off a different sort of rainbow photo . I made this silly little "Happy Sparkle Thoughts" smile several mornings ago, and just wanted to drop it off to you! I AM wishing for you a copious quantity of positive energies, genuine kindness- AND "A Thousand Beautiful Things"!! Since I sadly cannot play music, nor carry a tune.. I guess I will stick to photography! *LOL*
