Paul Simon – Graceland (Reissue) [180 Gram Vinyl LP]

Paul Simon – Graceland (Reissue) [180 Gram Vinyl LP]

Format: 180 Gram Vinyl LP
Catalogue Number: 889854 22401
Released: 6 October 2017 (European Reissue)
Genre: Pop Rock / Worldbeat / Folk
Label: Sony BMG / Legacy Recordings

Description

Originally released in 1986, Graceland is Paul Simon’s genre-blending masterpiece — a vibrant fusion of American song writing and South African rhythms that redefined world music’s place in pop culture. This 2017 European reissue is pressed on 180-gram vinyl and features remastered audio that captures the warmth and global spirit of the original. From the jubilant “You Can Call Me Al” to the poignant “Homeless,” this edition delivers rich analogue fidelity and timeless storytelling. A must-have for audiophiles and fans of cross-cultural innovation.

Artist Overview

Paul Simon’s Graceland broke musical boundaries and political barriers, introducing township jive and mbaqanga to Western audiences. Collaborating with Ladysmith Black Mambazo and other South African musicians, Simon crafted an album that’s both celebratory and socially resonant — earning multiple Grammy Awards and enduring acclaim.

Track Listing

Side A
A1. The Boy In The Bubble – 3:59
A2. Graceland – 4:51
A3. I Know What I Know – 3:13
A4. Gumboots – 2:44
A5. Diamonds On The Soles Of Her Shoes – 5:51

Side B
B1. You Can Call Me Al – 4:40
B2. Under African Skies – 3:37
B3. Homeless – 3:48
B4. Crazy Love, Vol. II – 4:19
B5. That Was Your Mother – 2:52
B6. All Around The World Or The Myth Of Fingerprints – 3:16