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Wednesday Morning, 3 A.M.

Simon & Garfunkel · 1964

31 min · 12 tracks · folk rock · folk-pop · soft rock

Melodic harmonies and poignant lyrics intertwine, creating a reflective landscape of early '60s folk music.

Why this album works

While initially overlooked, the album gained significant recognition after 'The Sound of Silence' was remixed and released as a single in 1965, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100. This unexpected success helped cement Simon & Garfunkel's place in music history and contributed to the rise of folk rock during the mid-1960s.
Career context
Released on October 19, 1964, 'Wednesday Morning, 3 A.M.' was Simon & Garfunkel's debut album. At this point, the duo was still largely unknown, having only previously released a few singles that did not achieve commercial success. The album showcased their unique blend of folk and rock influences, setting the stage for their later breakthrough with 'The Sound of Silence.'
Stylistic neighbors
Donovan· Sixto Rodriguez· Steeleye Span

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 You Can Tell the World 2:45
  • 2 Last Night I Had the Strangest Dream Standout 2:11
  • 3 Bleecker Street Standout 2:46
  • 4 Sparrow 2:49
  • 5 Benedictus 2:41
  • 6 The Sounds of Silence 3:06
  • 7 He Was My Brother 2:49
  • 8 Peggy‐O 2:25
  • 9 Go Tell It on the Mountain 2:06
  • 10 The Sun Is Burning 2:49
  • 11 The Times They Are A‐Changin’ 2:53
  • 12 Wednesday Morning, 3 A.M. 2:13

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