Simon Nicol | |
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![]() Simon Nicol performing at Fairport's Cropredy Convention 2014 | |
Background information | |
Birth name | Simon John Breckenridge Nicol |
Born | Muswell Hill, London, England | 13 October 1950
Genres | Rock, British folk rock |
Occupation(s) | Singer, musician, record producer |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, Dulcimer, Synthesiser, Drums[1] |
Years active | 1960s–present |
Labels | Track, Island, Vertigo, Woodworm, Matty Grooves |
Website | fairportconvention |
Simon John Breckenridge Nicol (born 13 October 1950)[2] is an English guitarist, singer, multi-instrumentalist and record producer. He was a founding member of British folk rock group Fairport Convention and is the only founding member still in the band. He has also been involved with the Albion Band and a wide range of musical projects, both as a collaborator, producer and as a solo artist. He has received several awards for his work and career.