Photography by Maka Lahtinen

Finnish singer, songwriter and composer Simo Naapuri released a new single Lighthouse via Secret Entertainment. This time there’s a true legend on guest guitars, Mike Stern (Miles Davis, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Jaco Pastorius, Billy Cobham, etc.). 

LISTEN Lighthouse on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/simo-lighthouse 

Simo Naapuri comments:
“I would like to present my new release “Lighthouse”. I had a great priviledge to have a true legend Mike Stern (Miles Davis, Jaco Pastorius, Blood sweat & Tears) to play guitar solo and some guitar fills for the song. 

My long-term bass player Imre Szabo produced and arranged the song with me.  

This is the 13th release in my international catalog where I will continue presenting music I have done in collaboration with my lyricists in different languages and styles. Previous releases can be found on my Youtube Channel “Simo Naapuri International” This music is particular interest since it moves above ethnic, cultural and linguistic constrains.” 

Track list:

1. Lighthouse
2. Lighthouse (uncutted)

Music and lyrics by Simo Naapuri
Arrangements Imre Szabo & Simo Naapuri
Mixed by Panu Pentikäinen at Pulu Studio, Helsinki, Finland.
Recording for Mike Stern: Moto Fukushima, NYC, USA
Mastering: Nicolas Fournier Audio, LA, USA

Line-up on Lighthouse single:
Simo Naapuri – Vocals & backing vocals
Mike Stern – Solo guitar & fills
Imre Szabo – Bass, guitars, drums, keyboards, & backing vocals
Arto Lehtola – Alto and tenor saxophone

ABOUT
Simo Naapuri is a singer, songwriter and composer from Hämeenlinna, Finland. His music is a combination of ideas, styles, or tastes from a diverse range of cultures all around the world proving that variety is the spice of life. Lately, Simo has been working on polishing his older songs as well as giving birth to brand new material.

Currently, the genius artist is focused on refining his earlier works while simultaneously giving life to fresh, new material. As a promising singer, composer, and lyricist, the artist skilfully plays guitars, Fender Rhodes, keyboards, and more, adding depth and dimension to his compositions. Simo’s talents have caught the attention of the Finnish music scene, and he has had the opportunity to write songs for notable Finnish celebrities

https://www.simonaapuri.com
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