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Legends of Rock & Roll - Simon & Garfunkel: An unauthorized fan tribute

Legends of Rock & Roll - Simon & Garfunkel: An unauthorized fan tribute

Hoag, James

Paperback

Series: Legends of Rock & Roll, Book 27

Entertainment & Performing Arts

ISBN13: 9798644099559
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: May 15 2020
Pages: 88
Weight: 0.28
Height: 0.18 Width: 5.98 Depth: 9.02
Language: English
Did you know that Simon & Garfunkel are the most popular duo of all time?This is another in the series of tributes to rock and roll heroes of the past and present. Simon & Garfunkel knew each other since first grade in elementary school. They grew up together and started performing together as Tom & Jerry. Simon & Garfunkel only produced 5 albums together before breaking up in 1971, but they are the sound of the Sixties and will be remembered for many years to come.After breaking up, each had a very successful solo career and continue to sell music to this day.You will discover: Introduction: The kickoff for the book and my thoughts on the group.The Early Years: The boys grew up together and have known each other almost their whole life.Tom & Jerry: The story of their first recordings as Tom & Jerry.Taking a Break From Music: Their first breakup (but not their last)Signing on to Columbia: They finally get a recording contract. Are they stars overnight?The Sound of Silence: The story of the song that kicked off two careers.Then Lightning Struck: They finally get their big break.Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and Thyme: Their famous second album.The Drug Years: It seems most performers go through them. The years of drug abuse.Mrs. Robinson: The story behind, perhaps, their most famous song.Catch-22: Art Garkunkel becomes an actor.The Boxer: Another of their more famous songs.Female Companionship: Both Art Garfunkel and Paul Simon get married about the same time.Bridge Over Troubled Water: Their last and most successful album.Paul Simon Alone: The start of the solo years after the breakup.Art Garfunkel Alone: Art must also face being alone with his talent.There Goes Rhymin' Simon: The second solo album by Paul Simon.Problems at Home: Being a celebrity is hard on the home life.My Little Town: A brief reunion of sorts as they record together again.Annie Hall: Paul finally gets his chance to act in a movie.Carrie Fisher: Did you know Paul was married to Carrie Fisher for a short time?The Central Park Concert: How many attended and why was it the event of the century?Graceland: The interesting story behind one of Paul's most famous and popular albums.In the Years Since: Bringing the guys up to the present.Legacy of Simon & Garfunkel: Every Legends book has a section on the notable accomplishments of the performer.Afterword: My closing thoughts.Selected Discography: A selected reference of the works of the performers.

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