Paul Simon archive
Listen Paul Simon On Making 'Graceland' WXPN
September 3, 2012 – Hear Simon tell stories about creating his classic 1986 album in Apartheid-era South Africa. WXPN
Listen Garfunkel Defends His Art
September 1, 2012 – Art Garfunkel says he just wants a little credit for treating the voice as a "virtuoso instrument."
Watch Our Search For The Albums Everyone Loves
May 16, 2012 – Hosts Bob Boilen and Robin Hilton begin their quest to pin down the most universally loved albums.
Watch Revisiting 'Graceland' After 25 Years
May 9, 2012 – Watch an exclusive clip from a 25th anniversary documentary about Paul Simon's landmark album.
Watch Paul Simon, The Bard Of Bad Weather
February 9, 2012 – Among the hundreds of songs that remind listeners of winter, one name keeps coming up: Paul Simon.
Watch All Songs Considered Holiday Music Special 2011
December 20, 2011 – There's more to the season than "Jingle Bell Rock." This week on All Songs: holiday deep cuts.
Watch Ken Tucker's Top 10: The Year In Music
December 20, 2011 – Fresh Air's critic looks back on a fruitful year and lists his favorite music releases of 2011.
Listen Paul Simon On World Cafe WXPN
December 19, 2011 – A master of songwriting, Simon makes music that feels timeless even when it's filled with new ideas. WXPN
Watch Cry Baby Cry: Songs That Make You Weep
July 19, 2011 – The All Songs gang and listeners spill on the tunes that bring them to tears.
Watch Paul Simon And A Moment Of Pure Sobbing Joy
May 14, 2011 – Simon surprises a fan by inviting her on stage to sing the song on which she learned to play guitar.
Watch Paul Simon: Creating Something 'So Beautiful'
April 12, 2011 – The legendary singer-songwriter discusses his first album in five years, So Beautiful or So What.
Listen Paul Simon: Old Sounds, New Perspectives
April 11, 2011 – The singer's new album, So Beautiful or So What, mixes moments of beauty with his familiar tricks.
Listen New Mix: Low, The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart, More
April 5, 2011 – This week on All Songs Considered, industry veterans and newcomers alike prove their staying power.
Listen Paul Simon: Back In 'Graceland' With 'So Beautiful'
April 4, 2011 – Rock critic Ken Tucker says Simon's new album combines elements from his earlier albums.
Read First Listen: Paul Simon, 'So Beautiful Or So What' WXPN
April 3, 2011 – Until its release on April 12, hear the new album from one of American music's unmistakable voices. WXPN