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Simon of Soul Trader – EPK

[Electronic Press Kit]

Please note: All “Simon of Soul Trader” gigs will be promoted on the Soul TraderĀ® website and social media. Please use the name ā€œSimon of Soul Traderā€ on your promotion material, websites and social media. So audiences know that they’re getting Simon of Soul Trader as they may have heard in the past. You can also tag @soultradermusic on social media.

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Bio

Simon of Soul Trader – Acoustic Singer Songwriter Guitarist

Simon of Soul Trader delivers a solo performance like no other. The perfect mix of classic covers and his fresh, energetic, passionate original tunes. Think Crowded House, Matchbox/Rob Thomas, David Gray and The Eagles. In short, well-crafted, fat-free acoustic pop/rock.

ā€“ Audiences love Simon of Soul Trader ā€“

ā€œSimon of Soul Trader is not you usual acoustic act, itā€™s on a whole other level!ā€
ā€œAn amazing voice.ā€

Simon has based his career between Australia, the UK, Ireland and Germany, releasing multiple albumsā€™ and performing extensively prior to 2020.

Simon James Betts has performed for many years as Soul TraderĀ®. From 2022, Soul TraderĀ® is moving forward as an original only. Simon continues to perform a range of original/cover shows, as he has done previously in SA venues for many years, now under the title of “Simon of Soul Trader”.

ā€“ Audiences love Simon of Soul Trader ā€“

ā€œGreat songs, Great voice, breathtaking delivery.ā€
ā€œHow awesome is this guy.ā€

Audiences experience the powerful and authentic vocal delivery that Simon is renowned for, across a mix of original and classic cover tracks.

Career Heights

  • Released three albums of original material
  • Performed in Australia and internationally in the UK, Ireland and Germany
  • Performed in front of 10,000 people at the Dunbrody Festival (Ireland)
  • Invited to perform CKDCF Childrenā€™s Charity Concert weekend 2018, 2019 & 2023 (Cumbria, England)
  • Performer & Artist Interview CKDCF Online Childrenā€™s Charity Concert 2020 (USA/UK)
  • Performed hundred of live gigs
  • Regular guest performer on ABC Radio Adelaide
  • Finalist in the AWASAM Award for Excellence as a Male Solo Artist
  • Radio airplay across Australia, The UK and Ireland

Performed alongside:

  • Francis Dunnery (Formally of It Bites ā€“ UK/USA)
  • Chris Difford (Squeeze ā€“ UK)
  • Steve Hogarth (Marillion ā€“ UK)
  • Chris Baron (Spin Doctors ā€“ USA)
  • Mary Black, The Wolftones & Aslan (Ireland)
  • Ross Wilson (Daddy Cool, Mondo Rock ā€“ Australia)
  • The Waifs (Australia)
Played Numerous Festivals & Events including:
  • Tour Down Under Start Line Performance
  • CKDCF Childrenā€™s Charity Concert (England)
  • International guest at Lancaster MusicĀ Festival (England)
  • McGrath Foundation Annual Fund Raiser (Australia)
  • Dunbrody Festival (Ireland)
  • Adelaide Fringe Festival (Australia)
  • Killmuckridge Festival (Ireland)
  • Adelaide Cabaret Festival (Australia)
  • Victor Harbor Folk Festival (Australia)

– Audiences love Simon of Soul Trader –

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ā€œSimon of Soul Trader is not you usual acoustic act, itā€™s on a whole other level!ā€

ā€œAn amazing voice.ā€

Videos

Watch clips of Simon of Soul TraderĀ®.

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– Audiences love Simon of Soul Trader –

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ā€œWhat ever ā€œitā€ is, Simon of Soul Trader has it, wow!ā€

ā€œMind blowing!ā€

“Great voice, lovely guy, we will definitely be back”

Photos

Click the images below to see a preview of the full images or click the button to download the Simon of Soul TraderĀ® Promo Photos.

– Audiences love Simon of Soul Trader –

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ā€œGreat songs, Great voice, breathtaking delivery.ā€

ā€œHow awesome is this guy.ā€

Tech Specs

Simon of Soul Trader can provided:

  • Full PA system, including 2 x 15″ 500W speakers, mixer, microphone and stands.
  • MP3 Music from an iPad can be used in breaks
  • XLR line inputs can also be connected to your in-house system if applicable.
  • 2 LED Stage Lights if Required.Ā 

If you can please provided:

  • Power to the stage area.
  • An area of around 3 metres x 2 metres (preferred minimum as a performance space.)

Hospitality Info

There are no set requirements, but if you can please provide drinking water for the performance.

Simon does not drink alcohol, however if soft drinks also are available it is much appreciated.

Simon does not eat Ā before or during a gig, however if a meal is offered at the end of a performance it gratefully accepted, but by no means expected.

Contact

For Simon of Soul Trader professional enquiries please use the form below.