Artists & Performers

Simon and Garfunkel were an iconic American folk rock duo consisting of singer-songwriter Paul Simon and singer Art Garfunkel. They formed their partnership in Queens, New York, in 1957, while still in high school, and gained fame in the 1960s for their harmonious vocals, thoughtful lyrics, and acoustic instrumentation. Some of their most famous songs include "The Sound of Silence," "Mrs. Robinson," "Bridge Over Troubled Water," "Scarborough Fair/Canticle," and "Homeward Bound." Their music often explored themes of love, alienation, and social issues, resonating deeply with audiences during the turbulent 1960s. Simon and Garfunkel's 1966 album, "Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme," and their 1968 album, "Bookends," are widely regarded as classics of the folk rock genre. However, it was their final studio album, "Bridge Over Troubled Water" (1970), that became their most successful, featuring the title track, which remains one of the best-selling singles of all time. Despite their immense popularity, tensions between Simon and Garfunkel led to their breakup in 1970. Both artists pursued successful solo careers afterward, but they reunited for occasional performances over the years, including a highly anticipated concert in New York City's Central Park in 1981, which drew hundreds of thousands of fans. Simon and Garfunkel's music continues to be celebrated for its timeless beauty and emotional resonance, and they are widely regarded as one of the most influential duos in the history of popular music.