Based in regional Northern New South Wales, Australian producer Simon D has carved out his own unique niche in the local electronic music scene. With a sound shaped by curiosity, eclectic influences, and a genuine love of music, Simon D continues to explore new territories solo, as well as with his electronic band Bri and Si all while juggling his record label Home Hearing Records. His latest release, a four track EP called Every Day Is Some Day, weaves together synthpop, synthwave, experimental electronica, psychedelic grooves, and dub techno. We sat down with Simon D to learn more about the release and get to know the man behind the synth.
What inspired the EP and how do you describe its sound?
Every Day Is Some Day came about through a process of evolution. While the project has been in existence for a few years, I was working on it part time with occasional single or compilation appearances. As I wrote more songs, the synergy between the tracks made the progression to a 4-track EP release seem very natural.
In terms of sounds, it’s a mixed bag, which reflects my own personal tastes. On this EP you will find synthpop and synthwave, experimental electronica, psychedelic groove, and dub techno.
What was the creative process like?
The songs from the EP are all self-produced and span a two to three year period. One of the songs featured, The Tentacles of Ozric, is one of the most recent songs that I have written. I produce in my home studio, using Ableton primarily, along with a range of other software and instruments.
Can you share the story behind the EP artwork?
I like to collaborate with visual artists, as I have a background in visual art myself. I was working on a concept of a mountain image by a Sunshine Coast artist, which wasn’t quite coming together. At the same time a friend of mine posted a picture that she took while on holiday in New Zealand. The image struck me straight away, so with her permission it became the album cover.
Every Day Is Some Day, album by Simon D is out now. Image: Supplied.
Who are your biggest influences?
So many. Both live and on record. I’m an absolute gig pig and have been to countless shows, and seen many good acts live. The last few years I have drawn a lot of inspiration from music documentaries, particularly the ones that go into a lot of detail about the music, and how it was written, recorded, and performed live.
What’s next?
I am playing quite a few live shows overseas and within Australia to support the release. I have also just written a new song, so things continue to move forward. Short and medium term, there’s plenty of live shows and I’ve got another EP coming out next year.
Every Day Is Some Day is available now. Take the eclectic journey into electronic sounds from a versatile and unique electronic musician. Follow Simon D here.
