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aka: Arthur Ira Garfunkel
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GRAMMY award-winner Art Garfunkel, born Arthur Ira Garfunkel on November 5, 1941, in Forest Hills, Queens, New York City, is an American singer, poet, and actor. He is best known as one-half of the legendary folk-rock duo Simon & Garfunkel, alongside singer-songwriter Paul Simon.
Garfunkel met Paul Simon in elementary school, and the two began performing together as teenagers, initially as “Tom & Jerry.” They gained recognition in the 1960s with their folk music duo, Simon & Garfunkel, known for their intricate harmonies and introspective lyrics. Their debut album, “Wednesday Morning, 3 A.M.” (1964), received moderate success, but it was their second album, “Sounds of Silence” (1966), that catapulted them to fame. The album’s title track became a hit single, followed by other classics like “The Sound of Silence,” “Scarborough Fair/Canticle,” and “Bridge Over Troubled Water.”
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Simon & Garfunkel went on to release several more successful albums, including “Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme” (1966), “Bookends” (1968), and the aforementioned “Bridge Over Troubled Water” (1970). They became one of the most iconic musical duos of all time, winning multiple Grammy Awards and earning induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990.
In addition to his work with Simon & Garfunkel, Art Garfunkel has pursued a solo career, releasing several albums showcasing his distinctive tenor voice. His solo debut, “Angel Clare” (1973), produced the hit single “All I Know.” He has also ventured into acting, appearing in films such as “Carnal Knowledge” (1971) and “Catch-22” (1970).
Highlights of Art Garfunkel‘s solo music career include one top-10 hit, three top-20 hits, six top-40 hits, 14 Adult Contemporary top-30 singles, five Adult Contemporary number ones, two UK number ones, and a People’s Choice Award.
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Through his solo and collaborative work, Art Garfunkel has earned eight Grammys, including a Lifetime Achievement Award. In 1990, he and Simon were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
In 2008, Art Garfunkel was ranked 86th in Rolling Stone magazine’s list of the 100 Greatest Singers of All Time.
Art Garfunkel has been known for his introspective lyrics, ethereal vocal style, and contributions to the American folk-rock movement. He has continued to perform live and record music sporadically, while also exploring other creative pursuits such as writing poetry and memoirs.
Despite occasional tensions and periods of estrangement, Simon & Garfunkel have periodically reunited for live performances, delighting fans with their timeless music and enduring partnership.
On April 10, 2023, Garfunkel canceled his remaining concert dates, and his management announced that “he has decided not to return to touring for the foreseeable future.”
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