Product description FACTORY SEALED CD - WB - 2000 - EAN 093624772125 .co.uk Nothing he has released since has matched the sales heights of Bridge Over Troubled Water, but the quality of Paul Simon's solo work is undeniable--indeed it could be argued that the songwriter's work post-Simon & Garfunkel has been even more rewarding aesthetically. Shining Like A National Guitar--the fourth compilation to be drawn from Simon's eight solo albums--offers another welcome opportunity to appreciate this extraordinary career arc: tracing Simon's fascinating musical odyssey from Jamaica's "Mother & Child Reunion" and South Africa's "Boy In The Bubble", to Latin America's "The Obvious Child". Along the way, marvel at the articulate precision of Simon's music--"Graceland", "Hearts & Bones", "Still Crazy After All These Years", right up to the recent undervalued album of Capeman. He may not have been particularly prolific, but it's possible to be dazzled afresh by the sheer brilliance of Paul Simon's music. --Patrick Humphries
D**T
Excellent buy
I bought this as I had misplaced my original one. This is in my top 5 all favourite CDs and just had to have a replacement. Brilliant CD. Would highly recommend listening.
J**S
Paul Simon
Not A Big Simon Fan, But If One Is Going To Purchase A " Collection " This Is The Ticket.I Do Remember Paul And Art As " Tom & Jerry " For BIG Records.Their Publicity Photo From The Time Says It All.( Paul Was Also Once A Later Group-Member Of The Passions For AUDICON ( LAURIE ) Records )Good One.
R**K
Awesome singer
As usual, I was looking for a particular song from Paul Simon and came across this album. Well, you know I had to have it! Many of his early hits are included with some songs I've never heard before. As always, the music is timeless and can be played again and again without tiring the ears. Love Paul Simon, you will too. Recommend this album:)
S**O
Greatest Hits
Although this album has been superseded by 'The Essential' collection released in 2008, 'Shining Like A National Guitar' is still a fantastic selection of Paul Simon tracks in one place. You get a variety of tracks from his solo albums and although his 'Graceland' songs stand out and have particular resonance for me, the other tracks selected here are just as great. From the primal drumming of 'Obvious Child' to 'Still Crazy After All These Tears' and the jubilant 'Me and Julio Down By The Schoolyard', this CD has some outstanding tracks to introduce you to Paul Simons song writing abilities and style. The booklet is excellent, with a short essay and the song lyrics and all in all this makes for one top package and a good place to go if you'd like to know more of Paul Simons music.Feel free to check out my blog which can be found on my profile page.
S**N
Brilliant CD
Very good CD bought as a replacement to the original as one of the best CD
E**N
Great
It's a great album
R**C
What's to review?
What's to review? - the man's a genius, five star songs, five star performances. If you don't like it then you're possibly not from this planet ;-)
N**L
Lovely music!
Lovely music and what a bargain at 50p from Zoverstocks. The CD may be used but it plays perfectly.
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