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pivoxa15
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What are some songs that are similar to the great hits of Simon and Garfunkel?
turbo-1 said:That's tough! Their voices were a perfect match and Simon's song-writing was inspired.
If you want to back up a bit, the Everly Brothers had perfect harmonies, though their songs were often more than a bit sappy. Fast-forward to the Sweethearts of the Rodeo for those tight Everly Brothers harmonies with Nashville/country songs. "Midnight Girl in a Sunset Town" is a great one.
pivoxa15 said:It could just be me but the song in the youtube dosen't seem 'big'. I was looking for 'big' songs like 'Bridge over trouble waters', 'Mrs Robinson', 'Sound of silence'. Everly Brothers had some of those.
'Big' may not be good word to describe those songs. Its just that those songs I pointed out have music that one instaneously 'recognise' and enjoy. It's hard to say. Some of the famous classical musics by Bethovan or Mozart are like that as well.
turbo-1 said:I know what you mean. S&G's voices were always up-front, and the instrumentation was always crafted to frame that. Hard to find that quality in later work. You might want to sample some Brewer and Shipley stuff, though the song-writing does not approach S&G, IMO.
pivoxa15 said:'Big' may not be good word to describe those songs. Its just that those songs I pointed out have music that one instaneously 'recognise' and enjoy. It's hard to say. Some of the famous classical musics by Bethovan or Mozart are like that as well.
J77 said:umm...
The Beatles?
Bridge Over Troubled Waters was in the album charts for years! S & G had a huge following from all walks of life.pivoxa15 said:They have a few good ones but their songs cater for the mass population whereas I feel S&G are catered for a smaller population (the educated?? as both S and G were educated in university). Or maybe the sensitive?
Art said:Bridge Over Troubled Waters was in the album charts for years! S & G had a huge following from all walks of life.
You can't say that!pivoxa15 said:They have a few good ones but their songs cater for the mass population whereas I feel S&G are catered for a smaller population (the educated?? as both S and G were educated in university). Or maybe the sensitive?
The meaning behind Simon and Garfunkel songs can vary, as their lyrics often touch on themes such as love, social issues, and personal struggles. Some songs, like "The Sound of Silence" and "Bridge Over Troubled Water," have deeper and more metaphorical meanings, while others, such as "Mrs. Robinson" and "Cecilia," are more lighthearted and playful. Ultimately, the meaning of their songs is open to interpretation and can be different for each listener.
Simon and Garfunkel's harmonies were a result of their natural vocal chemistry and years of practice and refinement. They began singing together in high school and continued to work on their harmonies throughout their career, experimenting with different arrangements and techniques. Their harmonies were also influenced by folk and gospel music, as well as the Beatles' vocal style.
Simon and Garfunkel had a significant impact on the music industry, especially in the folk and acoustic rock genres. They were one of the most successful folk duos of the 1960s, and their music continues to be influential today. Their use of poetic lyrics and intricate harmonies paved the way for other artists, and their songs have been covered by numerous musicians over the years.
Simon and Garfunkel's music evolved significantly throughout their career. They started as a folk duo in the 1960s, with their early albums featuring mostly acoustic and traditional folk songs. As they gained popularity, they began incorporating more instrumentation and experimenting with different sounds. Their later albums, like "Bridge Over Troubled Water," also featured more complex and introspective lyrics.
No, Simon and Garfunkel are no longer performing together. After their split in 1970, they reunited for a few tours and performances in the 1980s and 1990s, but have not performed together since 2010. However, both Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel continue to pursue solo music careers.