Singer and guitarist Simon Knight performs heartfelt covers of classic rock, blues, and soul. Simon's voice has been praised for its effortless power, range, and soulful quality, and he is a skilled and expressive guitarist. Simon is polite, personable, and professional, and has over a decade of experience of playing at weddings, functions, and events. His set list features songs from the 1960s through to the 2000s, including artists such as Elvis, The Beatles, Queen, Peter Gabriel, Elton John, Bob Marley, Tom Petty, The White Stripes, and The Red Hot Chili Peppers. He is also able to learn songs for special occasions such as weddings, and has performed for couples as they walk down the aisle, or sign the register.
Based in Chepstow, Monmouthshire
= areas covered (up to 65 miles)
= free travel (up to 25 miles)
Baker Street – Gerry Rafferty
Your Song – Elton John
Sittin’ On the Dock of the Bay – Otis Redding
Jumpin’ Jack Flash – The Rolling Stones
House of the Rising Sun – The Animals
Eleanor Rigby – The Beatles
Come Together – The Beatles
Here Comes the Sun – The Beatles
Burning Love – Elvis
Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis
I Want to Break Free – Queen
Crazy Little Thing Called Love – Queen
All Right Now – Free
Solsbury Hill – Peter Gabriel
Sledgehammer – Peter Gabriel
The Book of Love – Peter Gabriel
I Won’t Back Down – Tom Petty
Free Fallin’ – Tom Petty
Crossroads – Cream
Layla – Eric Clapton
Scar Tissue – Red Hot Chili Peppers
Under the Bridge – Red Hot Chili Peppers
Three Little Birds – Bob Marley
One Love – Bob Marley
I Can See Clearly Now – Johnny Nash
Times Like These – Foo Fighters
Lean on Me – Bill Withers
Ain’t No Sunshine – Bill Withers
Light My Fire – The Doors
You Can Call Me Al – Paul Simon
Livin’ on a Prayer – Bon Jovi
Wonderful World – Sam Cooke
Don't Look Back I|n Anger – Oasis
Wonderwall – Oasis
Heart of Gold – Neil Young
Hallelujah – Leonard Cohen
Space Oddity – David Bowie
Feeling Good – Nina Simone
Born to Be Wild – Steppenwolf
Gimme Some Lovin’ – Spencer Davis Group
Seven Nation Army – The White Stripes
Dancing in the Dark – Bruce Springsteen
I need a performance space of at least 4 metres x 3 metres, one power socket, and one parking space.
I provide own PA and a simple lighting rig.
Directions, where to load in, and where to park.
Yes, I'm happy to play music from Spotify before, after and between sets. I'm happy to choose the music or let the client choose the music.
I performed a set at Brecon Cathedral for the Brecon Jazz Festival, and the acoustics were amazing!
My favourite artists are Queen, Peter Gabriel, Paul Rodgers, Free, and John Martyn. Many of these have been a huge influence and inspiration for my vocals in particular.
I have been gigging for over a decade, falling into it by accident at first after a pub-owner heard me cover 'All Right Now' at an open mic night when I was 17 years old, and asked me to play in his pub. Since then, I have professionalised, expanded my set, and played hundreds of weddings, parties, and events, tailoring my set to suit the audience - sometimes upbeat and singalong, and sometimes more tender and intimate.
I love weddings and more intimate settings where the nuances of my voice and guitar work can really be heard.
I normally arrive 1 hour before the performance to set up, and play 2x45 minute sets (as well as an encore). I am happy to play shorter, and perhaps a little longer, but 2x45 gets the best out of my voice.
I am happy to perform outside but would need a power supply.
I am happy to learn up to five specific songs and would factor this into price; otherwise, I choose from my repertoire.
Previous clients have described me as having brilliant vocals and guitar work, a fun and lively set, and a warm and professional approach.
Laura and Rob Collier (wedding)
I&G Music
Holmer Park Spa & Health Club, Hereford
The Foundry, Brecon
The Five Alls Inn, Chepstow
The Spectre, Cheltenham
Brecon Cathedral
Wedding
Birthday Party
Private Event
Corporate Event
Hotel / Restaurant Event
Bar / Venue Event
Funeral / Memorial
Wedding Proposal
Concert
Recording Session
Burns Night
Christmas Party
New Year's Eve
Folk Rock
Pop
Acoustic
Covers
Soul
Vintage
Rock
Classic Rock
Lighting system included
PA / sound system included
Public liability insurance
Male vocalist