Acid rock, traditional blues, folk, soul, free form jazz, and the never ceasing desire to improvise pulses from this collection in a mind bending, kaleidoscope of sound, energy and vibe. NPR said, “Nashville blues trio SIMO sounds as if it comes to us straight from 1968.” And Rolling Stone lauded, “J. D. Simo spins soulful psychedelic blues rock with an improvisational bent reminiscent of the Grateful Dead and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Though he’s been performing in bands since his teenage years, [he] has begun to get national attention….”
With influences as diverse as the Jimi Hendrix Experience, Captain Beefheart, Miles Davis and the Allman Brothers to blues guitarists such as Lightnin’ Hopkins and BB King, this young artist, is taking the listener on a musical journey using LOVE as the guideposts. He explains, “There’s an underlying theme of LOVE that permeates the album. Both outward love but also inner and self love. These days, everything is so heavy, but I just want to point out some joy, love and deep passion; in this world, we all share that spirit. OFF AT 11 does that.”
The recording of this rocking, blues driven, electric tour de force, was recorded over a three day period in the summer of 2018, “Our next summer of LOVE”, says JD Simo. Recording during a brief break in touring including JD’s first shows as a newly cultivated member of Phil Lesh and Friends, JD and his band recorded these musically dense and inspiring tracks in a “groovy space” to lay down something authentic, filled with fun and NO edits, NO tricks. “Just honesty and a tape machine” he continues.
Produced by JD in association with his co-manager Michael Caplan, and due to be released this year, OFF AT 11 consists of 8 tracks that are laid out on the record like a musical journey through gifted guitar playing and singing, incredible rhythm section arrangements and lyrics that convey that “all the feels” momentum.
Songs titles: Off at 11, Temptation, Sweet Little Angel and others could have been released in the height of the 60’s but have a modern musical approach that are clues to the immense talent of JD Simo and his band.
With his band, SIMO, JD and cohorts have gained a solid fan following from touring and opening for bands such as Blackberry Smoke, The Gregg Allman band, Warren Haynes, Tommy Emmanuel and others. They have played Bonarroo, Warren Hayne’s Christmas Jam and Mountain Jam since the formation of the band in 2010.
“The experience with SIMO set the stage and pushed me forward to record OFF AT 11” I loved the process, the playing and the struggle to make this record a reality. I hope everyone feels the LOVE.” JD said.
SIMO debuted at number 4 on the Billboard Blues chart in January 2016.He has been noticed by No Depression, Rolling Stone, Guitar Player, Relix, Guitar World and NPR among others. The band was featured on NPR's World Cafe which was broadcast nationally after the initial broadcast in late January on Philadelphia's WXPN. The band started its first full national tour in January 2016 bringing them to over 37 states and playing over 80 shows.
Website: JD Simo
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J.D. Simo Lyrics
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愛で包んで
<ハヤク...ハヤク... Help me!>
コエヲ キイテ... <キイテ...>
危険な Lonely
<ハヤク...ハヤク... Help me!>
目の前に見えている
存在(もの)だけじゃない
助け求めてる
光なくしかけた胸に
永い夜がせまる
膝を抱え祈る君の影は私の影?
このままじゃ哀しい
叫び続けているけど
深い闇には 誰ひとりいないの?
コエヲ キイテ... <キイテ...>
愛で包んで
<ハヤク...ハヤク... Help me!>
コエヲ キイテ... <キイテ...>
危険な Lonely
<ハヤク...ハヤク... Help me!>
目の前に見えている
存在(もの)だけじゃない
夢と現実を結ぶ記憶 ずっと
助け求めてるよ
諦めればラクになると
絶望がささやく
だけど 痛み 和らぐまで
心を離さない
思い出して いつも 瞳閉じれば
会える
寂しいくせに 何故
ひとりがいいの?
コエヲ キイテ... <キイテ...>
I need your power
<ハヤク...ハヤク... Help me!>
コエヲ キイテ... <キイテ...>
抜け出したい
<ハヤク...ハヤク... Help me!>
永遠に変わらない
決意(こと)だってあるよ
架空(うそ)も事実(ほんとう)も
公式(ルール)はない
だから 君を信じてる
思い出して いつも 瞳閉じれば
会える
寂しいくせに 何故
ひとりがいいの?
コエヲ キイテ... <キイテ...>
I need your power
<ハヤク...ハヤク... Help me!>
コエヲ キイテ... <キイテ...>
抜け出したい
<ハヤク...ハヤク... Help me!>
永遠に変わらない
決意(こと)だってあるよ
架空(うそ)も事実(ほんとう)も
公式(ルール)はない
だから 君を信じてる
These lyrics are from the song "Help" by J.D. Simo. The lyrics convey a plea for help and a desire for companionship in times of darkness and loneliness. The song captures a hopeful and vulnerable state of mind, seeking a connection with someone who can offer support and understanding.
The repeated phrase "コエヲ キイテ" translates to "Please hear my voice" or "Listen to my voice." The singer is reaching out, asking for their voice to be heard and for someone to pay attention to their pain and struggles. They express a strong need for love and care, as represented by the line "愛で包んで" which means "Envelop me with love."
The lyrics also touch upon the contrast between dreams and reality and the role of memories in connecting the two. The line "夢と現実を結ぶ記憶" translates to "Memories that connect dreams and reality." The singer believes that their memories have the power to bridge the gap between their desires and the harshness of reality.
The song wrestles with the idea of facing loneliness and darkness alone. The lines "深い闇には 誰ひとりいないの?" meaning "Is there no one in the deep darkness?" express the singer's yearning for companionship. They question why they are drawn to solitude despite feeling lonely, showcasing the conflicts within their own mind.
In the midst of their struggles, the singer acknowledges the power of someone else's support. They express a need for the power and assistance of another person, stating "I need your power" and "Help me!" They believe that by trusting in this person, they can find the strength and determination to overcome their challenges and break free from their current situation.
Overall, these lyrics convey a longing for connection, love, and support in times of darkness and loneliness. The singer seeks solace by reaching out to someone and expressing their desire for companionship and understanding. By sharing their vulnerabilities and invoking the power of memory and trust, the singer hopes for a change and the possibility of breaking free from their struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
コエヲ キイテ... <キイテ...>
Listen to my voice...
愛で包んで
Wrap me in love
<ハヤク...ハヤク... Help me!>
コエヲ キイテ... <キイテ...>
Listen to my voice...
危険な Lonely
Dangerous loneliness
<ハヤク...ハヤク... Help me!>
目の前に見えている
What I see in front of me
存在(もの)だけじゃない
Is not just an existence
夢と現実を結ぶ記憶 きっと
Surely, memories that connect dreams and reality
助け求めてる
I'm seeking help
光なくしかけた胸に
In a darkened heart
永い夜がせまる
The long night draws near
膝を抱え祈る君の影は私の影?
The shadow of you, kneeling and praying, is it my shadow?
このままじゃ哀しい
It's sad if it continues like this
叫び続けているけど
I keep screaming, but
深い闇には 誰ひとりいないの?
Is there no one in the deep darkness?
コエヲ キイテ... <キイテ...>
Listen to my voice...
愛で包んで
Wrap me in love
<ハヤク...ハヤク... Help me!>
コエヲ キイテ... <キイテ...>
Listen to my voice...
危険な Lonely
Dangerous loneliness
<ハヤク...ハヤク... Help me!>
目の前に見えている
What I see in front of me
存在(もの)だけじゃない
Is not just an existence
夢と現実を結ぶ記憶 ずっと
Always, memories that connect dreams and reality
助け求めてるよ
I'm seeking help
諦めればラクになると
They say it'll be easier if you give up
絶望がささやく
Despair whispers
だけど 痛み 和らぐまで
But until the pain eases
心を離さない
I won't let go of my heart
思い出して いつも 瞳閉じれば
Remember, whenever I close my eyes
会える
I can see you
寂しいくせに 何故
Why, even though I'm lonely
ひとりがいいの?
Do I want to be alone?
コエヲ キイテ... <キイテ...>
Listen to my voice...
I need your power
I need your power
<ハヤク...ハヤク... Help me!>
コエヲ キイテ... <キイテ...>
Listen to my voice...
抜け出したい
I want to break free
<ハヤク...ハヤク... Help me!>
永遠に変わらない
That will never change
決意(こと)だってあるよ
There is also determination
架空(うそ)も事実(ほんとう)も
Whether it's fiction or reality
公式(ルール)はない
There are no rules
だから 君を信じてる
So, I believe in you
思い出して いつも 瞳閉じれば
Remember, whenever I close my eyes
会える
I can see you
寂しいくせに 何故
Why, even though I'm lonely
ひとりがいいの?
Do I want to be alone?
コエヲ キイテ... <キイテ...>
Listen to my voice...
I need your power
I need your power
<ハヤク...ハヤク... Help me!>
コエヲ キイテ... <キイテ...>
Listen to my voice...
抜け出したい
I want to break free
<ハヤク...ハヤク... Help me!>
永遠に変わらない
That will never change
決意(こと)だってあるよ
There is also determination
架空(うそ)も事実(ほんとう)も
Whether it's fiction or reality
公式(ルール)はない
There are no rules
だから 君を信じてる
So, I believe in you
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Written by: MIZUE
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abe figueroa
We need to give so serious credit to the sound tech(s) on this channel. Incredible!
rdmkeytohwy
Dark, haunting, and brilliant. He needs to make an album of songs like this. Voice, guitar, amp, and a microphone. That is all this man needs. Please J.D.- give us an album of old blues tunes reworked like this one.
Luke Farwell
Check is solo stuff it’s real good. I really like his stripped down live stuff.
Ivan Montalvez
Simo, we need a whole album like this
Greg Darling
Yes please!!!!
Tony Thue
JD always pushing the limits...always reinventing. Absolute real deal. Keep shining.
David Kearney
I could listen to JD all day long. Hell, some days I do...
Christopher McCormack
Dropped that Jaguar down from E to somewhere around B. That isn't dropping steps anymore, that's dropping flights of stairs. Playing it in E wouldn't have been half as haunting. Very nice as usual from JD.
JohnR88
Dropping down flights of stairs 😂
Juke Joint Jack
I knew it was low down but damn that’s low down