Harper Simon

Harper Simon
Harper Simon in 2007
Born
Harper James Simon

(1972-09-07) September 7, 1972 (age 52)
New York, United States
Parent(s)Paul Simon, Peggy Harper
Musical career
GenresIndie rock, folk rock, psychedelic rock
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter, music producer, guitarist
InstrumentGuitar
Years active1996–present
LabelsTulsi Records, PIAS Recordings
Websiteharpersimon.com

Harper James Simon (born September 7, 1972) is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer. He is the son of Paul Simon and Peggy Harper. Simon has appeared on several studio albums, and has been featured in films and television shows, including HBO's Girls. In 2010, Simon released his self-titled solo album, followed by his second album Division Street released in 2013.

Over the years, Simon has appeared as a musical guest on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with David Letterman, Jimmy Kimmel Live, and Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, and has been featured in Rolling Stone, Paper, Mojo, Uncut, Clash, The Independent, and London Times.

Simon is also a journalist, and has conducted interviews with cultural and political figures. He has contributed to several publications, including LA Review of Books, Purple, Issue, and Hesperios Journal. Simon is also a producer of film, music and charity events, and sits on the board of Waterkeeper Alliance.[1][2][3][4]

  1. ^ "Breaking: Harper Simon - Rolling Stone". Rolling Stone.
  2. ^ "Gerstenzang, Peter (November 1, 2009). "Harper Simon - Harper Simon". American Songwriter. Retrieved December 18, 2017". Americansongwriter.com. Archived from the original on 2009-11-03.
  3. ^ "Sullivan, Andrew (December 6, 2012). "Harper Simon Readies Sophomore Album Division Street". American Songwriter. Retrieved December 18, 2017". Americansongwriter.com. Archived from the original on 2012-12-09.
  4. ^ "'Harper Simon' Articles at Rock Torch". Rocktorch.com. 22 June 2011. Retrieved 2019-09-25.