We are continuing the celebrations for the 30th anniversary of 'The Rhythm of the Saints' this year with the music video for 'Proof' starring Chevy Chase and Steve Martin.
Today marks 57 years since the release of Simon & Garfunkel’s second album, ‘Sounds of Silence’. How many of these deep cuts from the record can you name?
From the moment he hosted the second episode of
@nbcsnl
in October 1975, Paul Simon found a home for himself on one of TV’s most popular programs. This weekend, on his 77th birthday, Paul’s making his ninth musical appearance on the show - more than any artist.
“American Tune” performed live in ‘75. Fun fact: The melody of this song was inspired by the hymn “O Sacred Head, Now Wounded” by none other than 18th-century composer, Bach.
January marks 55 years since the release of "The Graduate" soundtrack featuring the memorable Simon & Garfunkel track, "Mrs. Robinson". Can you name the other Simon & Garfunkel song that was featured on this soundtrack?
Today marks the 34th Anniversary of Paul’s 1986 album ‘Graceland’ featuring the hits ‘ You Can Call Me Al,’ ‘Under African Skies’ and ‘Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes.’
What track off the album means something to you or marks a moment in your life aside from the singles?
Paul with David Bowie, Art Garfunkel, Yoko Ono, John Lennon, and Roberta Flack at the
@RecordingAcad
awards. Do you know what year this photo was taken?
Celebrating Paul McCartney on his birthday. Here are Paul and
@PaulMcCartney
at Adopt-A-Minefield Gala in Los Angeles, June 2001.
(Photo courtesy of the Seton Hall University UNA-USA archives)
Hugh Masekela taught me more about South African culture and politics than anyone I ever met. A great musician and songwriter, he was also one of the wittiest people I’ve known. I never had a bad moment in his company.
— Paul Simon
A winter's day
In a deep and dark December
I am alone
Gazing from my window
To the streets below
On a freshly fallen silent shroud of snow
I am a rock, I am an island
54 years ago Simon & Garfunkel released their third studio album, 'Parsley, Sage Rosemary and Thyme.' In only one word, how would you describe this record?
I’m not the kind of man
Who tends to socialize
I seem to lean on old familiar ways
And I ain’t no fool for love songs
That whisper in my ears
Still crazy after all these years
📷: Michael Putland, 1975
For 50 years,
@SesameStreet
has played such an important role in our lives! Happy 50th Anniversary, Sesame Street!
#ThisIsMyStreet
Here’s Paul Simon's 1977 performance of “Me & Julio Down By The Schoolyard” on the show, with a very special guest
Can you believe it, 2020 marks 52 years since the release of 'Bookends' studio album, featuring "Mrs. Robinson", "America" and many more. Comment your favorite track from the album!
Watch full video here:
"Joseph Shabalala took Ladysmith Black Mambazo and brought their music all over the world. Imagine! What a great accomplishment for a boy from Apartheid South Africa. I admired him for his music and his Godly spirit. People love Mambazo. I love Joseph. We had a great time." -Paul
#TBT
the first ever
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43 years ago today! The second episode was hosted by none other than Paul! Tune into SNL this Saturday where Paul will be making his record ninth appearance on the show!
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@nbc
Today marks 55 years since the 1968 release of Simon & Garfunkel’s Bookends. The album’s hit single, “Mrs. Robinson”, was the first song of the rock and roll genre to receive the GRAMMY for Record of the Year.
@recordingacad
40 years ago today, Simon & Garfunkel played their historic Concert in the Park, benefiting Central Park conservancy. Consisting of 21 songs, both Simon & Garfunkel classics and Paul’s solo hits, the Concert in the Park remains the seventh largest concert attendance in US history
Paul and
@Carole_King
at an RCA Victor recording session as teens in 1959. Carole was a young writing prodigy and Paul was a session guitarist. The two first met as students at Kings College in New York City.
📷: Sony Music Entertainment Archive
It’s been 52 years since “The Boxer” came out. Here’s Paul performing it on
@nbcsnl
in 2001 as a tribute to NYC, first responders and all those affected by 9/11.
Thank you for the warm and wonderful welcome last night, Manchester! Not far from where Paul wrote “Homeward Bound” while sitting at Widnes station, and now returned on Homeward Bound - The Farewell Tour 🎶
#paulsimonfarewelltour
Who knows the Kodachrome lyrics by heart?
Kodachrome
They give us those nice bright colors
They give us the greens of summers
Makes you think all the world's a ...
New album ‘In The Blue Light,’ available September 7!
Paul Simon revisits and lends new perspective to 10 of his personal favorites from his body of work. Guest musicians include
@wyntonmarsalis
@BillFrisell
@yMusicNYC
& more.
Pre-order today:
2020 marks the 50 year anniversary of the S&G classic ‘Bridge over Troubled Water.’ The track was recorded in November 1968. Here is a photo of the handwritten lyrics from the song.
The world lost a great scientist and I, a dear friend, with the passing of E.O. Wilson.
Ed was an intellectual giant and a gentle, humble, compassionate man. We were fortunate to have had him for 92 years.
- Paul Simon
On the most sensational, inspirational, celebrational, Muppetational
This is what we call
@TheMuppets
Show
(Paul with Kermit, Gonzo, Scooter and friends, 1980)
47 years ago, on this day, Paul released 'There Goes Rhymin' Simon' with this iconic artwork!
Including songs such as 'American Tune', 'Take Me to the Mardi Gras', 'One Man's Ceiling Is Another Man's Floor' and 'Kodachrome'. Let us know your favorite songs from the album.
30 years ago, Paul released 'The Obvious Child' as the lead single from his eighth studio album, 'The Rhythm of the Saints'. It features
@OlodumOficial
who recorded their drumming live at Pelourinho Square in the Brazilian city of Salvador.
Full video:
40 years ago today, Simon & Garfunkel’s live album, ‘The Concert in Central Park’ was released!
What song did they sing that night in tribute to their heroes, the
#EverlyBrothers
?
Let’s take a trip down memory lane to end the weekend. A lot of you said this performance of “Homeward Bound” with
@GeorgeHarrison
from
@nbcsnl
in 1976 was your favorite Paul moment from his many appearances on SNL. What two songs did George and Paul rehearse but were not aired?
‘Duncan’ was the third and final single from Paul's self-titled second studio album. This month we celebrate the 48th anniversary of the single release
Happy 35th anniversary to Paul's seventh solo studio album, Graceland (1986) featuring hits such as 'You Can Call Me Al', 'Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes', and the title track, 'Graceland'. Stream the album to celebrate today!