‘The Concert In Hyde Park’ captures the magic of Paul’s incredible performance at the Hard Rock Calling festival in London in 2012, hailed as “one of the landmark concerts of his career” by The Guardian. This 2CD/DVD or Blu-ray set includes a thrilling performance of the album ‘Graceland’ with the original musicians who recorded the album, plus a full set of career-spanning hits. Available now: LegacyRecordings.lnk.to/paul-simon-hydepark | Paul Simon

Newport Folk history was made on Saturday when Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats surprised festivalgoers with a headlining set consisting entirely of Paul Simon songs. The ultimate surprise was delivered when Simon joined Rateliff onstage for “Graceland” and three more songs, marking Simon’s first ever appearance at the legendary festival. “What a joy working with Nathaniel and his incredible band. The atmosphere at the festival wasnothing short of wonderful,” recalls Simon. Rateliff says, “

Paul and Willie Nelson perform "Graceland" at the 5th Annual Farm Aid concert in 1992. | Paul Simon

Paul Simon’s “Graceland” album hit the airwaves 35 years ago this week. The groundbreaking album blended South African street music with his iconic lyrical style, generated new interest in world music on Western radio and won a Grammy in 1987. Here’s the backstory behind this classic album, including the backlash Paul Simon received for recording with artists in South Africa, breaking a cultural boycott against apartheid. | AARP

This weekend, at Newport Folk Festival, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats’ performed “American Tune Review,” a tribute to Paul Simon, and wouldn't you know it, the man himself joined in. Enjoy our exclusive video, for the lack of a better word, legendary set now. "Graceland" (Paul Simon, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Jerry Douglas) | Relix