Real name: Simon John Breckenridge Nicol

Effective period / Period of releases: 1976 - 1998

Simon Nicol (born 13 October 1950) is an English guitarist, singer, multi-instrumentalist and record producer. He was a founding member of Fairport Convention and is the only founding member still in the band. He has also been involved with the various Albion Band(s) and a wide range of musical projects, both as a collaborator, producer and as a solo artist. He has received several awards for his work and career.