{"product_id":"2940149815562","title":"Legends of Rock \u0026 Roll - Simon \u0026 Garfunkel","description":"Do you know who are the most popular duo of all time?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSimon \u0026amp; Garfunkel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is another in the series of tributes to rock and roll heroes of the past and present. Simon \u0026amp; Garfunkel only produced 5 albums together before breaking up in 1971, but they are the sound of the Sixties and will be remembered for many years to come.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach had a successful solo career and that also is covered in this book.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou will discover:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction: The kickoff for the book and my thoughts on the group.\u003cbr\u003eThe Early Years: The boys grew up together and have known each other almost their whole life.\u003cbr\u003eTom \u0026amp; Jerry: The story of their first recordings as Tom \u0026amp; Jerry.\u003cbr\u003eTaking a Break From Music: Their first breakup (but not their last)\u003cbr\u003eSigning on to Columbia: They finally get a recording contract. Are they stars overnight?\u003cbr\u003e\"The Sound of Silence\": The story of the song that kicked off two careers.\u003cbr\u003eThen Lightning Struck: They finally get their big break.\u003cbr\u003e“Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and Thyme”: Their famous second album.\u003cbr\u003eThe Drug Years: It seems most performers go through them. The years of drug abuse.\u003cbr\u003e\"Mrs. Robinson\": The story behind, perhaps, their most famous song.\u003cbr\u003e\"Catch-22\": Art Garkunkel becomes an actor.\u003cbr\u003e\"The Boxer\": Another of their more famous songs.\u003cbr\u003eFemale Companionship: Both Art Garfunkel and Paul Simon get married about the same time.\u003cbr\u003e\"Bridge Over Troubled Water\": Their last and most successful album.\u003cbr\u003ePaul Simon Alone: The start of the solo years after the breakup.\u003cbr\u003eArt Garfunkel Alone: Art must also face being alone with his talent.\u003cbr\u003e“There Goes Rhymin' Simon”: The second solo album by Paul Simon.\u003cbr\u003eProblems at Home: Being a celebrity is hard on the home life.\u003cbr\u003e\"My Little Town\": A brief reunion of sorts as they record together again.\u003cbr\u003e\"Annie Hall\": Paul finally gets his chance to act in a movie.\u003cbr\u003eCarrie Fisher: Did you know Paul was married to Carrie Fisher for a short time?\u003cbr\u003eThe Central Park Concert: How many attended and why was it the event of the century?\u003cbr\u003e\"Graceland\": The interesting story behind one of Paul's most famous and popular albums.\u003cbr\u003eIn the Years Since: Bringing the guys up to the present.\u003cbr\u003eLegacy of Simon \u0026amp; Garfunkel: Every Legends book has a section on the notable accomplishments of the performer.\u003cbr\u003eAfterword: My closing thoughts.\u003cbr\u003eSelected Discography: A selected reference of the works of the performers.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Monument Marketing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47101466214640,"sku":"2940149815562","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940149815562_p0.jpg?v=1763723424","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940149815562","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}