The Concert in Central Park
Simon & Garfunkel · 1982
76 min · 19 tracks · folk rock · folk-pop · soft rock
A nostalgic blend of harmonies and storytelling that captures the essence of 1960s folk rock.
Why this album works
This album was a commercial success, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard 200 chart, and is notable for revitalizing interest in Simon & Garfunkel's music during the early '80s. Additionally, it raised over $1 million for Central Park restoration, symbolizing a significant cultural moment as it brought together themes of nostalgia and community support.
- Career context
- Released in 1982, 'The Concert in Central Park' marked the reunion of Simon & Garfunkel after a decade-long hiatus. This live album came three years after their last collaboration and showcased their enduring chemistry and popularity, solidifying their legacy in the music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Donovan· Sixto Rodriguez· Steeleye Span
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mrs. Robinson Standout 3:52
- 2 Homeward Bound 4:22
- 3 America 4:57
- 4 Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard 3:22
- 5 Scarborough Fair 3:52
- 6 April Come She Will 2:37
- 7 Wake Up Little Susie 2:19
- 8 Still Crazy After All These Years 3:55
- 9 American Tune 4:33
- 10 Late in the Evening 4:09
- 11 Slip Slidin’ Away 4:54
- 12 A Heart in New York 2:49
- 13 Kodachrome / Maybellene 5:51
- 14 Bridge Over Troubled Water Standout 4:48
- 15 Fifty Ways to Leave Your Lover 4:23
- 16 The Boxer 6:02
- 17 Old Friends 2:52
- 18 The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin’ Groovy) 2:01
- 19 The Sound of Silence Standout 4:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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