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Chris Simpson has been a defining voice in indie rock since the late 1990s. As the frontman of Mineral, he helped shape a grittier take on melodic emo that resonated across the indie scene. After Mineral, he led The Gloria Record, delivering intimate, expansive songwriting. In recent years, Simpson has pursued solo and collaborative projects under Mountain Time, formerly known as Zookeeper. His work spans full-length albums, EPs, and standout singles that continue to attract new listeners while honoring his indie rock roots. This page offers a detailed biography, highlights from his discography, and up-to-date tour information for 2025, with links to official social channels for deep dives and direct updates.

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Whether you're headed to a Mountain Time show or revisiting Mineral era favorites, Chris Simpson's catalog offers a throughline of melodic storytelling and precise guitar work. We’ve got you covered with secure ticket options, reliable venue details, and transparent, user-friendly information to help you plan your experience. Stay connected via Mountain Time’s official channels for the latest news and tour announcements.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Chris Simpson

  • Frontman of Mineral; later led The Gloria Record; current solo project Mountain Time (formerly Zookeeper).
  • Album history highlights include Mineral: The Power of Failing (1997) and EndSerenading (1998); The Gloria Record: Start Here (2002).
  • Mountain Time discography (most recent first): Dream Homes (2024, Spartan Records); Saint Francis, Zookeeper (2021, Spartan); Music For Looking Animals (2020, Spartan); Pink Chalk (2014, Count Your Lucky Stars); Becoming All Things (2007, self-released); Zookeeper EP (2006, self-released).
  • 2025 touring includes Mineral King West Coast dates (Seattle 8/9, Portland 8/10, SF 8/13, LA 8/14, San Diego 8/15, Tucson 8/16, Phoenix 8/18).
  • Key 2020–2024 singles from Mountain Time include Rosemary, Etc. (2020), Meet the Kid (2022), and Payphone (2024).
  • Social media presence is linked through Mountain Time’s Bandcamp and Spartan pages (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter).

The records

Chris Simpson Discography

  • Dream Homes
    2024 · Spartan Records
  • Saint Francis, Zookeeper
    2021 · Spartan Records
  • Music For Looking Animals
    2020 · Spartan Records
  • Pink Chalk
    2014 · Count Your Lucky Stars Records
  • Becoming All Things
    2007 · Self-released (Zookeeper)
  • Zookeeper EP
    2006 · Self-released
  • Start Here
    2002 · Arena Rock Recording Company
  • A Lull in Traffic
    2000 · Crank! A Record Company
  • The Gloria Record (EP)
    1999 · Crank!
  • EndSerenading
    1998 · Crank! (The Gloria Record)
  • The Power of Failing
    1997 · Crank!

The hits

Top Chris Simpson Songs

  • Payphone
    2024 · N/A
  • Meet the Kid
    2022 · N/A
  • Rosemary, Etc.
    2020 · N/A

Whether you're headed to a Mountain Time show or revisiting Mineral era favorites, Chris Simpson's catalog offers a throughline of melodic storytelling and precise guitar work. We’ve got you covered with secure ticket options, reliable venue details, and transparent, user-friendly information to help you plan your experience. Stay connected via Mountain Time’s official channels for the latest news and tour announcements.

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