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On July 22, 2025, British artist 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐬𝐨𝐧 will open the second night of the Baronissi Blues Festival.

Hey everyone, it’s Mick Simpson here!

I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be opening the second night of the Baronissi Blues Festival on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Can’t wait to bring my guitar and some serious blues vibes to this amazing event in Italy!

It’s been over 40 years since I first picked up a guitar professionally — I started back in the ’80s as a session player on the London scene, and what a ride it’s been. One of the highlights of my career was playing at B.B. King’s 80th birthday celebration in June 2005, right at his legendary blues club in New York. An unforgettable moment.

There’s still so much I want to share with you through my music — and I hope to see you there as we dive into an evening of soul, blues, and rock.

🎸 Baronissi Blues Festival
📅 Tuesday, July 22, 2025
🕘 Show starts at 9:00 PM
🎟️ Free entry – but seats are limited, so get there early!

Big thanks to the Comune di Baronissi for supporting this fantastic festival, and to the Tutti Suonati Cultural Association for making it all happen.

Looking forward to sharing the stage and the music with you.
Let’s make it a night to remember!

– Mick

🎙️ Hosted by music journalist and RAI presenter Valeria Saggese
🎶 Artistic direction by Fabio Clarizia

New album Out Now

Mick Simpson – Changing Times (Released June 8, 2025)

On June 8, 2025, acclaimed British blues-rock guitarist and songwriter Mick Simpson released his highly anticipated new album, Changing Times.

The album features ten emotionally charged tracks that blend blues, soul, and roots-rock influences, showcasing Simpson’s signature guitar work and heartfelt songwriting. From the reflective opening track Louisiana 1927 to the soulful ballad Love Walks AwayChanging Times offers a journey through themes of love, loss, resilience, and transformation.

Tracklist – Changing Times

  1. Louisiana 1927
  2. Deeper Than The Blues
  3. Fall Back Down
  4. Changing Times
  5. All Our Tomorrow’s
  6. Now That The Magic Has Gone
  7. Feel Like Going Home
  8. These Three Words
  9. Ain’t Goin’ Nowhere
  10. Love Walks Away

The album confirms Simpson’s place as a leading voice in the contemporary blues scene, combining masterful guitar playing with powerful lyrical storytelling.

Blues Corner Radio Show – Sunday, June 15th, 2025

The upcoming episode of the Blues Corner radio show, airing on Sunday, June 15th, 2025 at 6 PM UK Time (10 AM Pacific / 12 PM Central / 1 PM Eastern in the US), will feature a selection of the latest blues and blues-rock releases.

Listeners can expect new music from Early Times, EB Davis, Rusty Ends & Hillbilly Hoodoo, Theodis Ealey, Tony Holiday, Geoff Achison, Jenny Don’t and the Spurs, Kevin Burt & Big Medicine, Kid Ramos, John January Band, Wily Bo Walker, Richard Clarke, Richard Townend and The Mighty Bosscats, Jade MacRae, Amba Tremain, Mercedes Nicole, Mick Simpson, Pat Smillie, Aki Kumar, The Bob Lanza Blues Band, Tommy Castro & The Painkillers, and Shawn Pittman.

The show will also include a special retro segment featuring tracks from Little Walter and Muddy Waters, as well as a classic cut from London-based band Blues Engine.

Three standout instrumental tracks will be featured from Big Dave & The Dutchmen, Nathan & Noah East, and Raphael Wressnig, along with new blues-rock selections by Diamond Dogs & Chris Spedding and John Fogerty.

Tune in for a dynamic blend of contemporary blues, retro gems, and instrumental excellence.

Mick Simpson Official Website

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