Aico Simon is a Japanese singer-songwriter, performer, and vocal producer based in Southern California who has tremendous passion for Latin music. She has collaborated with artists and bands from the United States, Cuba, Mexico and Japan. Aico has performed nationally and internationally at various music festivals, night clubs and events. She discovered her passion for Latin music when she heard the music featured in the documentary film; “Buena Vista Social Club”. She came to the United States to pursue a career in music; and remains one of the few Asian women performing in this genre. Aico believes that Latin rhythms have a special quality that instantly connect people across borders, regardless of gender or age. Aico uses her music to manifest joy and happiness. Anyone listening to the music will feel connected to the love that we all share. In 2012, Aico formed an association with Latin Grammy nominated artist Manny Cepeda Orchestra that led her to take over the role of lead vocalist. In 2019, she became an independent singer songwriter. That same year, she released her first single “Habana”.

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Recent collaborations include vocal contributions to Project Neon, a Latin tribute to Japanese city pop produced by Willy Calderon. Two of the songs that have been released are; "Stay with Me" (cover by Miki Matsubara) and "Plastic Love" (cover by Mariya Takeuchi). These music videos have been viewed 332,000 times worldwide. A third song by Project Neon; “Midnight Pretenders” (cover by Tomoko Aran) will be released in 2024. Aico continues to produce her own original music. Her latest release is planned for early summer 2024.

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