Michael Andrew “Mick” Simpson

 Biography

Michael Andrew “Mick” Simpson (born November 14, 1965, Rotherham, Yorkshire, England) is a British blues/rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He began his musical career in the early 1980s as a session guitarist in London, with his songs receiving airplay on BBC Radio 1’s "Friday Rock Show" hosted by Tommy Vance.

During the 1990s, he worked as a session guitarist for artists such as John Parr, contributing to the Man with a Vision album. His music was also featured in movies like The Running Man and Three Men and a Baby. He has performed or recorded with major artists including Bill Wyman (Rolling Stones), Roger Waters (Pink Floyd), Tina Turner, Bryan Adams, and Go West.

In 2004, Simpson won the International Songwriters Award with his track “A Father’s Son,” which received notable airplay. He also released “Looking Through My Eyes” to raise awareness for autism.

In June 2005, he was invited to perform as a guest at B.B. King’s 80th birthday celebration in New York. Throughout his career, he has shared the stage with legendary guitarists such as Gary Moore, Snowy White, and Alvin Lee.

📀 Discography

Year	Album Title
2010	Hard Road
2012	Cruel World
2014	Unfinished Business
2017	Black Rain
2022	The Slow Blues Sessions (compilation)
2025	Changing Times

Other Releases and EPs:

• Walking Back to India (EP, 2010)

• Playing the Losing Hand (EP, 2014)

• Various singles and collaborations

🤝 Notable Collaborations

• John Parr – Guitarist on Man with a Vision

• Bill Wyman’s Rhythm Kings – Touring guitarist

• BBC Radio 1 / Tommy Vance – Featured on “Friday Rock Show”

• B.B. King – Guest performance at his 80th birthday event

• Gary Moore, Snowy White, Alvin Lee – Performed alongside them

• Andy Littlewood – Producer and long-term collaborator on multiple albums

• Malaya – Guest vocals on “Find Another You” (Cruel World)

• Eva Carboni – Guest vocals on “River of Life” (Black Rain) and “Call My Name (Extended Mix)”

• Sam Kelly (drums) and Andy Hodge (bass) – Session musicians

📝 Overview

Mick Simpson blends soulful blues with rock and jazz influences, creating a distinctive style marked by emotive guitar solos and powerful vocals. With critically acclaimed albums like Hard Road, Black Rain, and Unfinished Business, he has earned a respected place in the contemporary blues scene. His collaborations with legends like B.B. King, Gary Moore, and Bill Wyman showcase his high-caliber musicianship and lasting impact on the genre.