Simon Kinny-Lewis

Australian blues artist Simon Kinny-Lewis has performed/recorded with the cream of the blues crop including Robben Ford, Chris Cain, Andy Just (BB King, Buddy Guy) Nate Ginsberg (Herbie Hancock) and many more. Not only recognised as a virtuoso guitarist, but also as an impressive singer and songwriter. Simon’s approach has been described as a musical intersection in which tradition, modern flair and personal style are enriched by pure emotional release.

Simon released his seventh album entitled “Another Day in San Jose” in August 2020. Recorded at Reed’s in San Jose during his 2020 California tour. The album features Blues legend Robben Ford (Miles Davis, George Harrison and more) performing on Simon's new original “Dagger Eyes ". It follows his previous albums “Catfish” & “A Day In San Jose”. Both reached #1 on The Australian Blues and Roots Airplay Charts.

5-time Grammy Winner Steve Lukather (Guitarist from Toto, Michael Jackson) comments on Simon’s 2016 release ‘Street Blues’. “Great man. Your voice has a little Bonamassa in it which is cool. Love the tune too. Killer solo!”

“An incendiary guitarist who simmers and burns!” – Bucky O’Hare, Blues Blast Magazine (USA)
“Simon Kinny-Lewis is the full package. Live, he beams with energy, soul and passion for the music. His guitar playing is up there with the best guitarists of today, conveying all of the right elements that make an enthusiast satisfied, including tastefulness, technique and great tone.” - Ethan Burke, Bluessource.net

“Absolutely wonderful playing, you can hear the smiles on their faces as they bust through this set. Great on all fronts.” - Josh Smith, leading US blues guitarist.

“Simon has a great command on the guitar and vocals along with wonderful songs, teaming up with my friend Robben Ford to make a great, contemporary blues record.” - Kirk Fletcher, leading US blues guitarist.

Simon is currently recording his next album, which he hopes to release in February 2021.