Simon Melrose

Santa Rosa, CA

$150 – $2,000 per event

Travels up to 120 miles

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Simon Melrose with John Cunha live at the Golden Gate Park Bandshell, San Francisco

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Simon Melrose & the Get Down live in Fulton Plaza San Francisco

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Simon Melrose with John Cunha live at Golden Gate Park Bandshell

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Simon & John at The Filling Station

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Overview

Simon Melrose offers live performance of original songs, tasty renditions of classic blues rock and country, and soulful instrumentals. Solo, duo featuring harmonica, or full quintet (The Get Down) available for events, parties, weddings, bars, wineries, and breweries.


Reviews

5 reviews

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Ashley D.

September 23, 2025

Great tunes, great vibes

Booked Simon and John for a backyard reunion party and they were a huge hit! Acoustic set was perfect for the setting. Everyone was dancing and having a blast without upsetting any neighbors. Even the kids were enthralled!

Both musicians were extremely professional and considerate. I was particularly impressed with Simon’s quick communicative responses. They arrived early and surprised us with a little gift at the end of the night.

Thanks Simon & John!

Hired as: Acoustic Band, Guitarist


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Ashley D.

September 23, 2025
Verified review

Great tunes, great vibes

Booked Simon and John for a backyard reunion party and they were a huge hit! Acoustic set was perfect for the setting. Everyone was dancing and having a blast without upsetting any neighbors.

Both musicians were extremely professional and considerate. I was particularly impressed with Simon’s quick communicative responses. They arrived early and surprised us with a little gift at the end of the night.

Thanks Simon & John!

Hired as: Acoustic Band, Guitarist


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Tyler K.

August 25, 2025
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Fantastic Performer — Highly Recommend

Simon's performance for our harvest party was a huge hit. He elevated the vibes of the afternoon and complemented our event perfectly. Not to mention, he is a great musician and I wouldn't hesitate to hire him again in the future.

Hired as: Guitarist


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Karla

August 18, 2025
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Reliable and professional

Simon showed up early to set up and worked within reasonable timeframe to surprise our birthday boy at the party with music. He played wonderfully and everyone enjoyed it. Thank you, Simon!

Hired as: Acoustic Band, Guitarist


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Leah H.

August 23, 2023
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FANTASTIC AND FUN!

Simon played for a private backyard party, and he knocked it out of the park! Succinct communication, flexible with space and setup, started right on time, was very fun to hang out with, and of course HIGH MUSICAL TALENT THAT WAS VERY ENTERTAINING!

Hired as: Acoustic Band, Guitarist

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Booking information

Price range: $150 – $2,000 per event

About

Simon Melrose is a San Francisco Bay Area based guitarist and songwriter. With guitar riffs steeped in the blues, and songs inspired by the troubadours of the 70’s, Simon has carved out a career as a sideman for several bands Including his own project (now disbanded) Central Station. With a new solo acoustic album, he now embarks upon a next chapter in his career as a solo artist and band leader for “The Get Down”. See (link hidden) for more..

Past booked events

September 2025

20

Saturday

House Party

6:30pm - 9:00pm

•

Novato, CA

August 2025

23

Saturday

Cocktail Party

3:00pm - 6:00pm

•

Sonoma, CA

14

Thursday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 7:00pm

•

Rohnert Park, CA

August 2023

20

Sunday

Birthday Party

4:00pm - 5:00pm

•

Healdsburg, CA

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