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# Graceland

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Review: Refreshingly appropriate songs and music. - Paul Simon outdid himself in this collection, so beautifully arranged. Crisp, clear voices with well dubbed music.
Review: Paul Simon's Seminal Album - 25 years on, an anniversary edition of Graceland has been compiled and includes Joe Berlinger's 2012 Sundance Film Festival-commended documentary 'Under African Skies,' a moving analysis of the political backdrop that both informed the album and was challenged by the very existence of 'Graceland.' The commentary and debate surrounding the creation of the album has never ceased, though, but with hindsight, Berlinger casts light and clarity over the events surrounding its creation. The South African musicians with whom Simon collaborated are given equal voice in the documentary, immediately undermining the accusations of exploitation that are often levelled at Paul Simon. Admittedly, 'Graceland' may well have brought South African music to the attention of the white western world in a manner that watered it down, stylistically. What becomes apparent, though, is that the songwriter's motives for going to South Africa was not to pillage the sound or the culture of the country but was borne of a love for the music that he had once discovered on a cassette tape given to him by a friend. He was given the option of using New York musicians to recreate the sound. He rejected the idea outright and wanted instead, to go to the birthplace of this sound and to collaborate with the musicians responsible for its creation. A testament to the unifying power of music, Joseph Shabalala of Ladysmith Black Mambazo is quick to dismiss any notion of racial hierarchy within those recording sessions. "he's my brother. because of the music," he says to camera in a manner that suggests it would be futile to question him. A thread that runs through the documentary is an uncomfortable - though civil - confrontation between Paul Simon and Dali Tambo of Artists Against Apartheid, filmed for the documentary. Tambo is openly critical of Simon's actions in recording 'Graceland' when he did, with black South African musicians, because of that "inconvenient thing called apartheid." Tambo tells him plainly "it wasn't the ideal form of cultural exchange. they weren't free people." Certainly, the image that Paul Simon found himself portraying, of black South Africa, was problematic in its simplicity. Simon's answers always boil down to one thing; and when he repeats it, the arguments against him all but evaporate: They were artists. Collaborating together. Music knows no hierarchy. "They didn't say 'come here and tell my story," he says. So he didn't. Aside from the debate and enlightenment of the documentary, the 25th anniversary package also works as an insightful refresh on the classic album. There are several piquant moments, such as the revelation that 'Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes' - possibly one of the most iconic tracks on the album - was written because the record label had delayed the release of the album for a few months. Paul had all the musicians in New York for a Saturday Night Live performance (a highlight, in itself, for its awkward tenderness), so they decided to make the best of their time together and crack on with another song. Just one of those moments where circumstance plays into the hands of the artist. Elsewhere, the DVD contains some of the music videos from the album, including the simple, yet hilarious 'You Can Call Me Al,' featuring Chevy Chase. The audio CD features demo versions of several of the album tracks. A particular highlight is 'Homeless,' a softer, fuzzier version than the one destined for wider release. Of all the negative commentary leveled at Paul Simon, at the time of Graceland's release, the media contained herein leaves you with a feeling that his biggest crime was one of naivety. Not that he wasn't aware of the political situation - though there were certainly holes in the limited awareness that he did have - but he certainly seemed naïve to the impact that he would have and the anger that would be wrought from his actions. It was the blindness that came with that naivety, though, that caused him to stumble through doors that would otherwise have remained closed to him. 'Graceland' is many different albums, depending on the filter through which you listen to it. When viewed as a collaborative effort between two disparate cultures, the politics fade away momentarily and reveal a masterpiece.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | B007P06DJ0 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #793 in CDs & Vinyl ( See Top 100 in CDs & Vinyl ) #17 in Folk (CDs & Vinyl) #28 in Pop Singer-Songwriters |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,584) |
| Date First Available  | March 27, 2012 |
| Department  | All Ages |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | 28941657 |
| Label  | Legacy Recordings |
| Language  | English |
| Manufacturer  | Legacy Recordings |
| Number of discs  | 1 |
| Original Release Date  | 2012 |
| Product Dimensions  | 12.2 x 0.2 x 12.2 inches; 12.8 ounces |
| Run time  | 43 minutes |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Refreshingly appropriate songs and music.
*by C***N on December 1, 2025*

Paul Simon outdid himself in this collection, so beautifully arranged. Crisp, clear voices with well dubbed music.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Paul Simon's Seminal Album
*by C***E on October 9, 2017*

25 years on, an anniversary edition of Graceland has been compiled and includes Joe Berlinger's 2012 Sundance Film Festival-commended documentary 'Under African Skies,' a moving analysis of the political backdrop that both informed the album and was challenged by the very existence of 'Graceland.' The commentary and debate surrounding the creation of the album has never ceased, though, but with hindsight, Berlinger casts light and clarity over the events surrounding its creation. The South African musicians with whom Simon collaborated are given equal voice in the documentary, immediately undermining the accusations of exploitation that are often levelled at Paul Simon. Admittedly, 'Graceland' may well have brought South African music to the attention of the white western world in a manner that watered it down, stylistically. What becomes apparent, though, is that the songwriter's motives for going to South Africa was not to pillage the sound or the culture of the country but was borne of a love for the music that he had once discovered on a cassette tape given to him by a friend. He was given the option of using New York musicians to recreate the sound. He rejected the idea outright and wanted instead, to go to the birthplace of this sound and to collaborate with the musicians responsible for its creation. A testament to the unifying power of music, Joseph Shabalala of Ladysmith Black Mambazo is quick to dismiss any notion of racial hierarchy within those recording sessions. "he's my brother. because of the music," he says to camera in a manner that suggests it would be futile to question him. A thread that runs through the documentary is an uncomfortable - though civil - confrontation between Paul Simon and Dali Tambo of Artists Against Apartheid, filmed for the documentary. Tambo is openly critical of Simon's actions in recording 'Graceland' when he did, with black South African musicians, because of that "inconvenient thing called apartheid." Tambo tells him plainly "it wasn't the ideal form of cultural exchange. they weren't free people." Certainly, the image that Paul Simon found himself portraying, of black South Africa, was problematic in its simplicity. Simon's answers always boil down to one thing; and when he repeats it, the arguments against him all but evaporate: They were artists. Collaborating together. Music knows no hierarchy. "They didn't say 'come here and tell my story," he says. So he didn't. Aside from the debate and enlightenment of the documentary, the 25th anniversary package also works as an insightful refresh on the classic album. There are several piquant moments, such as the revelation that 'Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes' - possibly one of the most iconic tracks on the album - was written because the record label had delayed the release of the album for a few months. Paul had all the musicians in New York for a Saturday Night Live performance (a highlight, in itself, for its awkward tenderness), so they decided to make the best of their time together and crack on with another song. Just one of those moments where circumstance plays into the hands of the artist. Elsewhere, the DVD contains some of the music videos from the album, including the simple, yet hilarious 'You Can Call Me Al,' featuring Chevy Chase. The audio CD features demo versions of several of the album tracks. A particular highlight is 'Homeless,' a softer, fuzzier version than the one destined for wider release. Of all the negative commentary leveled at Paul Simon, at the time of Graceland's release, the media contained herein leaves you with a feeling that his biggest crime was one of naivety. Not that he wasn't aware of the political situation - though there were certainly holes in the limited awareness that he did have - but he certainly seemed naïve to the impact that he would have and the anger that would be wrought from his actions. It was the blindness that came with that naivety, though, that caused him to stumble through doors that would otherwise have remained closed to him. 'Graceland' is many different albums, depending on the filter through which you listen to it. When viewed as a collaborative effort between two disparate cultures, the politics fade away momentarily and reveal a masterpiece.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful packaging, great documentary DVD.
*by T***C on August 24, 2012*

Paul Simon is my absolute favorite musician, and Graceland is probably my favorite album of all time. (Rotates between a few other Paul Simon and Simon/Garfunkle Albums) The packaging is beautifully put together set and will look fantastic on your bookcase or displaying somewhere in your home. I have mine on the piano. The reproduction of the lyrics notepad is very cool. Getting to see the lyrics in Paul's handwriting and get a look at the creative process he went through is a real treat. Between that and the documentary that came with the set, I felt I got an intimate look and better understanding of how one of the greatest albums ever came to fruition. The other booklet with all the history is beautifully designed as well. The whole thing is a gem visually. The documentary that comes with the set is just fantastic. The rave reviews are all very deserved. People have complained that there isn't a lot of music in the documentary? Well, that's not what it was supposed to be about! It found it fascinating to learn all about the politics involved in making this and to hear Paul talk about the process of creating it. I think the negative press he received at the time was ridiculous, and many people now acknowledge that the album was a driving force in ending apartheid because it sparked interest in the country. I also love how people like Hugh Masakela and Miriam Makeba totally supported him. I love how it told the story of finding musicians, how it changed their lives, how it changed Paul's, and how it changed many people's and the world's view on South Africa. I could write all day about how great this documentary is. Couple of other things: The sound quality of the CD seems a little less vibrant than I remember. The bonus CD of the live concert is cool I guess but nothing special. The demo tracks are interesting, but I was a little disappointed. Thought they would have interesting takes, but it's clear that the best versions of these songs are the ones on the finished studio album, and on the Concert in the Park album.

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