"How good are they LIVE?" in the last 12 months on 100 (as of 9/15/25)
83
%
Based on
16
critic concert reviews
Real Live Certified
Artists are "Real Live Certified" if their live shows have broad critical acclaim
Critics Consensus
Paul Simon is 'Real Live Certified' and is in the top 1% of all live performers. Based on 203 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that Paul Simon is rated as an outstanding live performer, with spectacular shows that are worth seeing. Paul Simon concert reviews describe live shows and performances as satisfying, intoxicating, adventurous, charismatic, inspirational, emotional, and extraordinary.
How long are their concerts?
How long are Paul Simon concerts? Paul Simon concerts usually last from one and a half hours to up to three hours long.
How much to book?
On tour
Orpheum Theatre, Vancouver, Canada (July 28); Benaroya Hall, Seattle, United States (August 2)
Paul Frederic Simon (born October 13, 1941 in Newark, New Jersey) is an American singer, songwriter and guitarist. He first gained world-wide recognition as the writing talent behind the popular American folk-rock duo Simon & Garfunkel formed with fellow musician Art Garfunkel.
Has Performed With
Sting, Simon and Garfunkel, Art Garfunkel
Artist Website
Critic Concert Reviews
Seattle Times (USA)
August 1, 2025
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It’s been 60 years since “The Sound of Silence” vaulted to No. 1 on the Billboard singles chart, and although political tumult is still America’s panic du jour — that song emerged from the shadow of JFK’s assassination, during a widely televised era of the Civil Rights struggle
Despite his weathered voice, the songwriter delivered a remarkable performance that mixed hits and deep cuts with a complete performance of his 2023 LP, Seven Psalms
Combining a full performance of his latest, "Seven Psalms," and a collection of classics, Simon honored over a half-century of music with a quiet celebration.
