"Simon’s music has a deeply relaxing effect on the mind and soul of the listener. His music written in the company of Adi Da resonates deeply in my heart, as his carefully chosen words and harmonies come from the heart of his contemplation and depth of his process with his Guru. It is a gift to be able to share this with others in a way that can communicate beyond the mind directly to the heart of the listener. In this way, Draw Mountains There has a healing effect on the listener. A sense of home that’s native to every human being emanates from its simplicity." - by Felix Woldenberg Review of debut album: "draw mountains There" (2008 “To hypnotise the people with a repetitive text and a moving voice, that is his trade mark.” - Rootstime magazine, Belgium. Simon Llewelyn Evans, was born in Melbourne, Australia in 1980. He was raised near the Barwon River in Victoria, Australia by his loving mother and father. At the age of eighteen, he moved to Melbourne. At the age of twenty-four he travelled towards the deep South Pacific ocean to live on a sacred island of Spiritual Blessing and practice on the Koro Sea. He remained there for three years. Simon returned to Australia in December 2007, and worked to create his first album, which consists of songs he wrote on the island on the Koro Sea. He is based near Warrandyte in Victoria, Australia, and the Fiji Islands. He works with nylon string guitar and voice. He is “Draw Mountains There”. Accompanied by the priestly flavors of Aaron Nakagawa, his island recordings became his first demo, and solo step into the music world again. He then completed the recording of his debut album “draw mountains There” (2008), with the help of Dave Steel and Tiffany Eckhardt. He is truly heart-grateful for their friendship and loving support. Since then he has released several albums and EPs: “Collaborations by Simon Evans and Aaron Nakagawa (2010), “My Ghost” single release (2011), and “Keeper” EP (2011). "Grace Water Prayers" (2012) was released on the 31st of December 2012. Naamleela Free Jones recorded Evans' guitar and vocals in Fiji, whilst Dave Steel produced and performed all other musical accompaniment in Australia. This is his third full length studio album, and his most recent published work to date. When Simon began performing in 2008, he did shows throughout Melbourne and Geelong in Australia. Dave Steel accompanied him with his debut album launch shows in Melbourne and Geelong. Most of his shows were solo performances, but sometimes, in Melbourne, some old friends: Ed Nicholson, Pete Nicholson, Andrew Wapling, James Allen, Billi Hannaford, Kate and Michael ‘Josk’ Skinner performed with him. These musicians added violin, percussion, voice and atmospheric guitar sounds to help bring his songs to the people. Currently, Mr. Evans resides in the deep South Pacific ocean, on the sacred island of Spiritual Blessing and practice, on the Koro Sea, in the Fiji Islands. He is constantly writing and recording new songs, and extending his latest creations via the internet to the worldwide audience he intends his music to reach. You can listen to and download Simon Llewelyn Evans’ music at: ~www.cdbaby.com ~www.facebook.com/saimoni108 ~Search: “Simon Llewelyn Evans” on iTunes. You will find all his work there, for your listening and enjoyment. Vinaka vaka levu. Contact Simon Llewelyn Evans at: www.facebook.com/saimoni108 drawmountains@gmail.com www.cdbaby.com/cd/simonevans Skype: sim.on4 Review of "Collaborations by Simon Evans and Aaron Nakagawa" (2010): “Another peaceful world, where you get into when you go to "Collaborations by Simon Evans and Aaron Nakagawa" and let you ride on the warm voice and acoustic guitar strumming of Simon Evans. Now this review is written in the northern hemisphere, where it is very cold…. and with the fire crackling – this album will let you fall into an intimate depth, warm and comforted. This record is the ultimate resting place for you to wallow around in intimacy.” - Blowfish, Rootstime. Belgium. Review of "draw mountains There" (2008): “The most sensitive moment is created by the tilte song "Draw Mountains" in which Tiffany Eckhardt's voice meets you as a cooling mountain breeze. Eyes closed, headphones up, you can let yourself be carried away through grass green valleys in the middle of a mountain range that are the guardians of the tomb of the beloved. With the simplicity of instruments that includes acoustic guitar, subtly supported by mandolin, mouth organ, accordion and a heavenly sounding slide guitar (Dave Steel), he knows how to bring perfect nuances together with the beautiful harmonious voice of Tiffany Eckhardt. Less is often more, and this is what Simon Evans understood very well. This is a strong piece of work for a debut album that will move for sure the romantic souls amongst us. Do you want to inhale some of the paradisiacal island in the Pacific Ocean, then the buy of this c.d. is worth while. Close your eyes and enjoy.” – Blowfish, Rootstime Magazine - Belguim.