After years of quiet creativity and selective releases, North Yorkshire songwriter Jack Simpson returns with Jack Simpson Is Looking Up At The Trees — a six-track EP that feels both timeless and deeply personal. Across its 18-minute span, Simpson invites listeners into his world of thoughtful lyricism and musical craftsmanship, shaped by decades of lived experience and a reverence for life’s simple wonders.
Known for preferring the pen to the spotlight, Jack’s artistry shines through his words and arrangements rather than performance flair. Drawing influence from legends like Bruce Springsteen, Richard Thompson, and Steve Earle, his latest project gracefully bridges folk warmth, classic rock drive, and even moments of pop charm. It’s a testament to his ability to explore sound without ever losing sight of sincerity.
The EP flows like a journey through the seasons — from the brass-filled joy and bold vocals of Birthday Greetings to the gentle, introspective sway of Pentecost Again, and finally, to the earthy, nostalgic grit of Trees. Each track feels like a snapshot of life’s beauty and impermanence, painted with honesty and heart. There’s a quiet spirituality woven throughout, particularly in how Simpson reflects on nature, love, faith, and the passage of time — all through the eyes of someone who has learned to find peace in observation.
What makes Jack Simpson Is Looking Up At The Trees so special is its refusal to chase trends or fit neatly into a box. It’s the work of a seasoned songwriter who writes because he must — not for the spotlight, but for the soul.
Jack Simpson Is Looking Up At The Trees is a heartfelt collection of songs that beautifully capture the rhythm of life — honest, reflective, and steeped in the quiet wisdom of a true craftsman
