Simon Katz (born 16 May 1971)[1] is an English songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, best known for his work with the band Jamiroquai from 1995 to 2000.

[9] For Mali Music, Albarn's project exploring the music of West Africa, Katz performed with Albarn in Mali alongside kora player Toumani Diabaté and guitarist Afel Bocoum.

[10] From 2002 to 2003, Katz served as musical director for Ms. Dynamite,[11] during which time she won the Mercury Prize for her debut album, A Little Deeper;[12] two Brit Awards, including Best British Female Artist,[13] and three MOBO Awards.

[citation needed] In 2010, Katz co-wrote the ballad "Be Good to Me" for Sia's fifth studio album, We Are Born.

[15] Katz has also worked with Lana Del Rey, Diana Ross, Omar, Ronnie Wood, Tony Allen Katz was born and raised in Nottingham, and raised in North London England.