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Why Paul Simon Won’t Play ‘You Can Call Me Al’ Again

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Why Paul Simon Won’t Play ‘You Can Call Me Al’ Again

Paul Simon has abandoned one of his biggest hits, a decision that was entirely out of his control.The acclaimed singer-songwriter, now 83 years old, has been open about his ongoing battle with hearing loss. While the condition has forced him to retire from touring, Simon has continued performing occasional concerts.During a recent conversation with CBS Mornings, the musician explained how he manages his condition – and why it made him […]

todayNovember 20, 2024

Duran Duran’s Simon Le Bon Receives MBE for Music & Philanthropy

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Duran Duran’s Simon Le Bon Receives MBE for Music & Philanthropy

Duran Duran frontman Simon Le Bon was honored with an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) for his contributions to music and charity at a ceremony held at Windsor Castle on Nov. 12. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The award, presented by William, Prince of Wales, recognizes Le Bon’s lasting influence on music as well as his dedication […]

todayNovember 13, 2024 2

Art Garfunkel Reveals Emotional Reunion With Paul Simon

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Art Garfunkel Reveals Emotional Reunion With Paul Simon

Art Garfunkel admits to tearing up during a brief reunion with former bandmate Paul Simon more than a decade after their last Simon and Garfunkel show. Still, it's a memory Garfunkel says he'll always "cherish.""I met with Paul Simon for the first time in years just recently. We had a lunch," Garfunkel tells The Sun. "It was very, very warm and wonderful. There were tears. I was crying at a […]

todayNovember 4, 2024 1

Simon Cowell’s ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ Pauses Auditions

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Simon Cowell’s ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ Pauses Auditions

Auditions for Simon Cowell‘s Britain’s Got Talent were postponed Thursday (Oct. 17) in light of Liam Payne‘s shocking death the day prior. The decision was confirmed by Applause Store, which handles ticketing for the talent competition show, on X the morning auditions were set to take place in England. “Due to the tragic passing of Liam Payne, BGT has decided to postpone today’s auditions in Blackpool,” the company wrote. “We […]

todayOctober 17, 2024 8

Paul Simon Hopes to Play a Full Concert

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Paul Simon Hopes to Play a Full Concert

Paul Simon may have retired from touring, but playing live generally is not off the table."I'm hoping to eventually be able to do a full-length concert," he recently told The Guardian. "I'm optimistic. Six months ago I was pessimistic."Six years ago, the singer-songwriter announced his retirement from the road and has since spoken about struggling with hearing loss — at one point, he noted that he had lost nearly all hearing in his […]

todayOctober 4, 2024 4

Paul Simon Performs Intimate Set in New York City: Set List

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Paul Simon Performs Intimate Set in New York City: Set List

Paul Simon does not play live very much these days, having retired from touring in 2018, but he made an exception on Monday evening, performing at the SoHo Sessions loft in New York City for around 150 people.According to reporting by The New York Times, those in attendance included Whoopi Goldberg, Kevin Bacon, Amy Schumer, Jerry Seinfeld and fellow musician Jackson Browne. The SoHo Sessions series has been running since […]

todaySeptember 25, 2024 5

Simon Sorghum & Music Festival is September 28, 29

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Simon Sorghum & Music Festival is September 28, 29

News Release The John Roger Simon Sorghum & Music Festival is returning this year for its 40th run on September 28 and 29,as a free event for the public. This year there will be more musicians and demonstrating Appalachian craftspeople than ever before. The Appalachian celebration takes place on Simon’s historic well-preserved 5th -generation French homestead on the banks of Pond Creek in Scioto County, framed by the farm’s […]

todaySeptember 21, 2024 5

Screamin’ Scott Simon of Sha Na Na Dead at 75

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Screamin’ Scott Simon of Sha Na Na Dead at 75

Screamin' Scott Simon of Sha Na Na has died at the age of 75, following a lengthy battle with sinus cancer.The news was confirmed by his daughter, Nina, in a social media post."My dad was a rock star. Literally," she wrote, sharing a photo of her father and family. "A member of Sha Na Na for over 50 years. He loved early morning diners and late nights onstage. But he […]

todaySeptember 7, 2024 6

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Paul Simon Says His Hearing Has Slightly Returned

Paul Simon's hearing is coming back, he says.In 2023, the singer-songwriter spoke openly about losing nearly all of the hearing in his left ear, rendering him unable to perform live."Nobody has an explanation for it," he said then. "So everything became more difficult. My reaction to that was frustration and annoyance; not quite anger yet, because I thought it would pass, it would repair itself."READ MORE: Paul Simon's 'Rhymin' Simon' Was […]

todayMarch 17, 2024 5

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