Simon Emmerson

**Simon Emmerson** is a British musician, producer, and visionary collaborator best known for his genre-blending work that bridges global sounds. He co-founded the groundbreaking Afro Celt Sound System in the 1990s, fusing African rhythms, Celtic instrumentation, and electronic beats, earning global acclaim and a Grammy nomination. Emmerson’s passion for cross-cultural collaboration also shines in projects like The Imagined Village, which reimagines English folk music with modern and multicultural twists.

A restless creative force, his recent solo releases—like *Sound Around - Both Near and Far at Once* and *Dreams, Memories and Landscapes*—hint at his continued exploration of atmospheric, location-inspired soundscapes. Whether producing, composing, or collaborating, Emmerson remains a quiet pioneer, weaving stories through music that feel both deeply rooted and boundary-free.

Genres

Pop

Experimental

Ambient

Folk

Electronic

Jazz

World

Afrobeat

Fusion Music

Celtic

Latest Release

Simon Emmerson: Sound Around - Both Near and Far at Once

Simon Emmerson

Ep - 6 Tracks - Released May 16, 2025