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.

Beatles & Rock Music – Beatles on the Beach Festival Special

The latest episode of my podcast, aired on Monday, February 24th, 2025, focused on The Beatles and Rock Music, promoting the upcoming Beatles on the Beach Festival scheduled for March 6th-9th, 2025, in Delray Beach, FL.

This special edition featured a fantastic selection of music from The Beatles, along with tracks from iconic 60s and 70s artists like Badfinger, Herman’s Hermits, The Rascals, The Moody Blues, The Lovin' Spoonful, Billy Joel, The Hollies, Wings, Traffic, Small Faces, and more.

A heartfelt thank you to Paul Davie and Joe Scollo for joining the show and sharing their enthusiasm about participating in the festival. Their insights and stories greatly enriched the episode, adding a special touch to our celebration of classic rock and Beatles music.

Be sure to listen to this exciting journey through the music of the '60s and '70s as we gear up for the Beatles on the Beach Festival!