Joe Simon is an acclaimed American soul and R&B artist, whose resilient career spans several decades, having emerged as a prominent voice in the 1960s and 70s. His music is characterized by its evocative vocal delivery, emotional depth, and smooth amalgamation of soul, rhythm and blues, and gospel influences. Born on September 2, 1943, in Simmesport, Louisiana, Simon honed his craft in the church choir before transitioning to secular music where he found widespread recognition.

Starting with his breakthrough hit "My Adorable One" in 1964, Joe Simon went on to score a series of successful singles including "Nine Pound Steel" and "The Chokin' Kind," which won the Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance in 1970. His adaptation of the soul genre often touched upon elements of social consciousness, as evidenced in the remastered track "In The Ghetto." Simon's work has been compiled into numerous albums and collections, including the "Sound Stage 7 Singles" series which showcases the distinct tracks released during his tenure with the Sound Stage 7 label. Despite being less active in the music industry in later years, his rich catalogue and profound influence on soul music have endured, with compilations like "Soul for the Dancefloor" keeping his legacy alive for classic soul aficionados and new listeners alike.

Genres

Philly Soul

Southern Soul

Latest Release

Snehithane

Joe Simon

Single - Released October 26, 2023