Show Topic: A Tribute to Paul Simon – His Music & Legacy

The latest episode of my podcast, aired on Thursday, March 13th, 2025, was a special celebration of Paul Simon’s legendary career in promotion of his Spring and Summer 2025 tour, “Paul Simon in Concert: A Quiet Celebration.”

We took a deep dive into Paul Simon’s musical journey, from his early days with Simon & Garfunkel to his groundbreaking solo career, exploring the genres and influences that shaped his sound.

Listeners heard a mix of Simon & Garfunkel’s timeless classics, highlights from Simon’s acclaimed solo albums, and his most influential collaborations and innovations in folk, gospel, reggae, and world music.

What to Expect:

• Simon & Garfunkel Era – We revisited the beautiful harmonies and poetic storytelling of Simon & Garfunkel, with songs like:
• The Sound of Silence
• Mrs. Robinson
• The Boxer
• America
• Bridge Over Troubled Water
• Solo Career & Musical Exploration – Paul Simon’s solo years saw him embracing diverse musical styles, from gospel and reggae to jazz and soul. We highlighted tracks from his early solo albums:
• Paul Simon (1972) – Featuring Mother and Child Reunion and Me and Julio Down By The Schoolyard
• There Goes Rhymin’ Simon (1973) – With Kodachrome and Loves Me Like a Rock
• Still Crazy After All These Years (1975) – Including 50 Ways to Leave Your Lover
• The Graceland Phenomenon – Paul Simon’s most commercially successful and influential album, Graceland (1986), blended South African rhythms with Western pop, creating a revolutionary sound that introduced audiences worldwide to Afropop influences. We discussed how this genre-blending masterpiece changed the landscape of world music.

This was an episode listeners won’t want to miss! If you haven't already, be sure to tune in for an in-depth journey through Paul Simon’s extraordinary career.

Show Topic: Classic Rock from the 50s, 60s & 70s

This episode aired on Thursday, April 10th, 2025, is another exciting ride through the golden era of Rock & Roll!

We play great tunes from the 50s, 60s, and 70s feature timeless artists like:

• The Beach Boys
• Bee Gees
• Beatles
• Buddy Holly
• Harry Nilsson.

This episode also brings you two phenomenal guests with deep connections to the legends we’re celebrating.

Their incredible insights and personal stories are sure to enrich the show for any music lover.

David Leaf and Scott Totten

Don’t miss this celebration of Beatles history and solo brilliance and enjoy this nostalgic trip through Rock & Roll history—plus incredible behind-the-scenes stories from two of the best in the business.