Legendary Simon and Garfunkel Song to be Preserved

“The Sound of Silence” by Simon and Garfunkel was chosen as one of 25 songs that will be preserved by the Library of Congress. As a big fan of both their work as a group and their later solo albums I am most pleased that they once again have been recognized. The combination of Simon’s songwriting and Garfunkel’s superb vocals was a truly unique combination and I am sure it will live on for years to come. Here is their performance of “The Sound of Silence” at their famous concert in Central Park.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Simon and Garfunkel’s song “Sounds of Silence,” which was written amid the turmoil following President John F. Kennedy’s assassination, will join Chubby Checker’s 1960s dance hit “The Twist” as two of 25 recordings selected for preservation at the Library of Congress.

For his part, Garfunkel said he’s still working, writing poems, putting together a book and singing. He said he’s working to regain his voice after having vocal troubles. And he said he’s ramping up to get back to the stage and wouldn’t rule out a reunion with Simon when the time is right.”Who knows what the future brings?” Garfunkel said. “This is my old buddy, the first friend I made in life.”

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Written by Benjamin Rogers of IndianaPolitico