Concert in the Park
Paul Simon · 1991
117 min · 23 tracks · folk rock · soft rock
A jubilant celebration of Simon's folk-rock legacy, blending world rhythms with poignant storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- celebratory atmosphere for gatherings
- reflective moments during quiet times
- playful storytelling with rhythmic variety
- engaging sing-along choruses
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid long, narrative-driven albums
Where this album fits
- Themes
- nostalgic storytelling· live performance energy· world rhythms celebration
- Career context
- Released in 1991, 'Concert in the Park' marked Paul Simon's return to live performance after years of focusing on studio work. This album came shortly after his critically acclaimed album 'The Rhythm of the Saints' and showcased his ability to captivate audiences with both classic hits and newer material, solidifying his status as a live performer.
- Stylistic neighbors
- James Taylor· Cat Stevens· Nick Drake
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Uh-Oh by David Byrne — Shares a vibrant blend of world rhythms and eclectic storytelling, reflecting on life's complexities.No Guru, No Method, No Teacher by Van Morrison — Combines poetic lyrics with a soulful folk-rock sound, evoking nostalgia and introspection.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Obvious Child 4:38
- 2 The Boy in the Bubble 5:59
- 3 She Moves On 6:26
- 4 Kodachrome 4:13
- 5 Born at the Right Time 5:12
- 6 Train in the Distance 4:45
- 7 Me and Julio Down by the School Yard 3:13
- 8 I Know What I Know 4:44
- 9 The Cool, Cool River 5:40
- 10 Bridge Over Troubled Water 5:16
- 11 Proof 5:39
Disc 2
- 1 The Coast 7:06
- 2 Graceland 5:30
- 3 You Can Call Me Al 5:10
- 4 Still Crazy After All These Years 3:42
- 5 Loves Me Like a Rock 2:53
- 6 Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes 9:30
- 7 Hearts and Bones 6:17
- 8 Late in the Evening 4:44
- 9 America 3:22
- 10 The Boxer 4:18
- 11 Cecilia 3:24
- 12 The Sound of Silence 5:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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