Simon's Spectacular Solo Career (Updated December 5, 2012)

Of a career that was born on experimentation of different sounds, Paul Simon has experienced the most success as a solo artist stepping away from the folk-rock style of the 1950's and 60's that made him famous. In fact, it was in the mid-1980's that Simon's music took a fairly drastic turn – a change that was met with resounding success.

Simon, who became interested in (and obviously influenced by) South African music, brought that sound to his album "Graceland" in 1986. The project became the biggest-selling solo album of his career, and won him a Grammy for Album of the Year. Subscribing to the theory of 'if it ain't broke, don' t fix it,' he delivered "The Rhythm of the Saints" four years later, which was filled with the sounds and styles of Latin America. It featured the Afro-Brazilian superstars Grupo Cultural Olodum, as well as guest appearances and the writing of some of Brazil's most well-known musicians.

Simon's career renaissance continued in the 90's, as he took on the heady task of writing a Broadway stage musical. "The Capeman" opened at the Marquis Theatre in 1998, but received poor reviews and had an initial run of only 68 performances, blending doo-wop, gospel and Latin music. It still received a Tony award nomination for Best Original Score, and was resurrected and performed at both the Brooklyn Academy of Music and at the Beacon Theatre, along with a concert production of the musical at Central Park's Delacorte Theater.

In 1999, Simon toured on a double bill with Bob Dylan while simultaneously working on his next album. "You're the One," bowed in October 2000, and his next collection of new material didn't come until "Surprise" in 2006. His twelfth studio album, "So Beautiful or So What" was released on April 8, 2011 and debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 – his highest debut on that chart in a career that has spanned well over 50 years.

Simon celebrated the 25th anniversary of his classic album "Graceland" with an African musical extravaganza in London on July 15, 2012. On September 18, he released a new two-CD, one-DVD package called "Paul Simon Live in New York City." It features his performance at Webster Hall on his 2011 U.S. tour.

Paul Simon Tickets - Artist History

Paul Frederic Simon was born October 13, 1941 in Newark, New Jersey. Best known for his participation as part of the duo Simon & Garfunkel, Simon penned the majority of the group's songs, including three number one singles: 'The Sound of Silence', 'Mrs. Robinson', and 'Bridge Over Troubled Water'. The pair split in 1970, and Simon pursued a solo career.

Paul Simon Tickets - The Music

Paul Simon began his solo career with his self-titled album, and followed it up with the acclaimed album There Goes Rhymin' Simon. Shortly thereafter, Simon embarked on a solo tour, and Paul Simon tickets were a hot commodity. After 'Rhymin' Simon' came the highly anticipated Still Crazy After All These Years, which was released in late 1975. This album was darker than his previous work, but gained much critical acclaim. Once again, Paul Simon ticketssold quickly. Paul Simon has won more than ten Grammy Awards, and he also was awarded the first annual Gershwin Prize by the Library of Congress in 2007.

Paul Simon Tickets - Tour

Although Simon and Garfunkel never officially reunited, they have joined forces to tour together. **Paul Simon tickets_ continue to be top sellers, and Simon continues to tour, most notably for charitable causes.