Paul Simon – Live InNew York City
2012, Hear NowIt’s hard to argue with the numbers: 12 GRAMMY Awards, 5 #1 albums, and astill-growing songbook that is among the most cherished in modern Americanmusic. Paul Simon is what we call aliving legend; a mantle he shared with artists such as Tony Bennett, ArethaFranklin, Barbra Streisand and Liza Minelli. Simon’s original material is probably the most prolific of the bunch,the reason it must be so difficult for him to choose the songs that fit into alive set. While there are omissions thatmight be noted, Simon’s latest release, LiveIn New York City, is a testament to his status in both the music industryand American Pop culture. Working almost solely from his solo material, Simonnevertheless constructs a set of live music that has documented the changingworld from the 1960’s through today. Songs such as “50 Ways To Leave Your Lover”, “The Boy In The Bubble” and“Kodachrome” have as much vitality today as they did when first released. Likewise, none of the poignancy has been lostfrom classics such as “Slip Slidin’ Away”, “The Sound Of Silence” or “StillCrazy After All These Years”. Perhapswhat is most surprising here is how sure-voiced the 70-year oldsinger/songwriter still is. While manyof the legends noted above have lost a step or two vocally, Simon still singswith the same dulcet sound he always has.Live In New York Cityis a must for fans of Paul Simon, or even fans-to-be who have yet to discoverhis music. The 2-CD/DVD or Blu-Rayrelease is a treat for the eyes and ears. And Simon, as is his custom, wastes little time on idle chatter with thecrowd. Paul Simon makes certain that thosein the crowd, and those listening at home, get their money’s worth.Rating: 5 Stars(Out of 5)Learn more at www.paulsimon.com.
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