What is Legacy Recordings Paul Simon "In the Blue Light"?
Legacy Recordings Paul Simon "In the Blue Light" is a retrospective album that features reinterpretations of some of Paul Simon's lesser-known songs. Simon, one of the most influential American musicians of all time, is well-known for his work as one half of the duo, Simon & Garfunkel, as well as for his successful solo career.
Released in September 2018, "In the Blue Light" sees Simon revisiting some of his underappreciated tracks from the past, and remaking them with a band of jazz musicians. The result is a fresh, modern sound, that breathes new life into classic songs.
The album includes reimagined versions of songs like "Can't Run But", "Rene and Georgette Magritte with their Dog After the War", and "Darling Lorraine", among others. Each song highlights Simon's incredible songwriting skills, and takes listeners on a journey through his musical legacy.
"In the Blue Light" has been critically acclaimed for its bold and innovative approach to Simon's song catalogue. It shows that even after more than half a century in the music industry, Paul Simon is still a master of his craft, and his music has the power to move and inspire audiences of all generations.
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| Paul Simon |
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| Origin | New York City, U.S. |
| Genres | Folk rock pop world |
| Occupation(s) | Musician singer songwriter actor |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals guitar |
When asked about his earliest musical influences, Simon noted the doo-wop groups of the 1950s, Elvis Presley and particularly the Everly Brothers, saying he was in awe of Phil and Don Everly as a teen, calling them the “best-sounding duo” he had ever heard.
His music career has spanned over 50 years. He started recording music in the 1950s and his most recent album, Seven Psalms, was released on May 19, 2023. From a time period from 1991 to 2016 Simon has sold 7 million albums in US according to Nielsen.
As part of the folk-rock duo, Simon and Garfunkel, he influenced a generation of Americans with his songs – classics like “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Mrs. Robinson,” and “The Sounds of Silence,” written by Simon and sung in achingly beautiful harmony with tenor Art Garfunkel.
His cocktail of genres from western world R&B and Rap To traditional Highlife music and Juju music is responsible for his unmatchable uniqueness. Paul started as a producer, songwriter and back up vocalist before hitting the limelight. Born to a great Nigerian music legend, Late I.K.
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| Paul Simon |
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| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, musician, record producer |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, bass guitar, piano, percussion |
| Years active | 1957 - present |
| Label(s) | Columbia Records, Warner Bros. Records |
Other Facts
Nominated for and winner of one Emmy Award. Simon and Art Garfunkel were classmates, and met at age 11. Simon was a high school baseball star. He wrote the song “He Was My Brother” about the death of Andrew Goodman, a college classmate and civil rights worker who was murdered in Mississippi in 1964.
List of songs written by Paul Simon
- "7 O'Clock News/Silent Night" (1966)
- "50 Ways To Leave Your Lover" (1975)
- "The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin' Groovy)" (1966)
While growing up, he also knew how to play piano and trumpet. Since then, his mastery of different instruments has expanded. McCartney has played over 40 instruments, including harpsichord, harmonica, mandolin, cello, and ukulele. He put his skill to use on his 2020 album McCartney III.
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| Paul Simon |
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| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, bass guitar, piano, percussion |
| Years active | 1957 - present |
| Label(s) | Columbia Records, Warner Bros. Records |
| Associated acts | Simon and Garfunkel |
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The Capeman
In the late-1990's, Simon produced the Broadway musical, "The Capeman," which was a collaboration with the poet and Nobel laureate Derek Walcott. On the heels of that success, he produced and released the album titled, Songs from The Capeman, containing selections from the show.
We can all relate, Woody.
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- Take 6 Dug Deep With "Homeless"
