Some artists stay around forever, they might collaborate from time to time, form new bands for one-off albums or tours or gently glide through their career flying their own flag high. Waits and Dylan jump to mind immediately, Neil Young and maybe Conor Oberst with his many guises. Who else will stand the test of time? Is Simone Felice one of those artists? Let’s face it. It’s probably looking that way!

Felice is certainly a man of strong spiritual charm, charisma (anyone who’s seen a live performance would agree I’m sure) and has already pioneered two of the biggest names in recent Americana. There is a new run of videos featuring ‘Hey Bobby Ray’, ‘New York Times’ and ‘Top Of The World’ which play on Felice’s character, and well worth a watch, almost portraying himself as a musical soothsayer or wandering shamen, either way it’s very endearing. Is this just part of the performance or more of a way of life? When someone’s music is as homegrown and natural as his, you’d think he was the real deal! But don’t be fooled, underneath this hippy exterior is a man with ambition and an intention of being around for a very long time.

Americana-UK got to ask Simone Felice a few questions about his already nomadic career and hopefully find out what makes him tick.