What is an Open Artist Session?
Open Artist Sessions are monthly, intimate and informal Q&A's for FAC PRO members and with experienced artist or industry figure. They aim to provide education, advice and help nurtue our artist community. They are free and exclusively for our PRO members. Spaces are limited, so we recommend signing up quickly to secure a spot.
Simone Marie Butler (Primal Scream):
Simone Marie is a live/session bass player, Dj, radio presenter and bassist with Primal Scream. She has played and recorded with artists including James Williamson (The Stooges) Faris Badwan (The Horrors, Cats Eyes) Ed Harcourt, Zak Starkey, Rob Mcvey (Marianne Faithful), Rob Ellis (PJ Harvey) Sivert Høyem and Joel Culpepper.
Simone Djs at clubs and festivals across the U.K. and Europe such as Glastonbury, All points East, Razzmatazz (Barcelona), Spiritland (London) and more. She has been the support Dj for bands such as The Jesus and Mary Chain, Allah-Las and The Vacant Lots.
Simone hosts her own radio show ‘Naked Lunch’ on Soho Radio every Wednesday from 12- 2 pm playing a mix of new music, Rock n’roll, electronica, indie and psychedelica and also has live guests and bands in the studio. Simone is part of the Jagermeister roster of artists and also hosts and djs for the brand.Simone is endorsed by Fender and uses their precision basses and amps to make a whole lotta noise.
How will the Online Artist Session Work?
Once you've all signed up, we will send you a link to a zoom conference. At 18:00 BST on Friday, May 22nd, simply click on the link and we'll see you there! Please make sure you mute your microphone and un-mute it only when it's your turn to ask a question. If you have any questions, just email us.