Paul Simon

Journalism With Conscience

Mike Ragogna | Posted 08.25.2008 | Media

Read More: George Bush, News Corp, John McCain, Moby, Georgian Conflict, A Charlie Brown Christmas, Rnc, Clear Channel, Katie Kurek, Paul Simon, Washington D.C., Christmas, G.O.P., Media, Barack Obama, Journalism, Edward R. Murrow, Charlie Brown, Bob Woodward, Politics, Charles Schultz, Carl Bernstein, Peanuts, Rupert Murdoch, CBS News, Fox News, Sally Brown, Lucy, Media News
Mike Ragogna

In A Charlie Brown Christmas, Charles Schultz scripted a line for Chuck's little sister Sally about a big syndicate back east that controlled the holi...

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Scalped Tickets: My Introduction

David Browne | Posted 07.10.2008 | Entertainment

Read More: Paul Simon, Concerts, Simon and Garfunkel, Carnegie Hall, Ticket Scalpers, Bon Jovi, Entertainment News
David Browne

While I sympathize with those who may be forced to fork over $1500 for tickets -- especially for Bon Jovi -- I'm also divided, since my first experience with an illicit ticket sale changed my life.

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CULTURE ZOHN: Give It Up for Paul Simon

Patricia Zohn | Posted 04.11.2008 | Entertainment

Read More: Paul Simon, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Carrie Fisher, Gustavo Dudamel, Disney Hall, Entertainment News
Patricia Zohn

2008-04-11-frontgrps.jpgOk, maybe you weren't born when "Bridge Over Troubled Water" came out. But download it, and put it on your iPod, or any of the others on this list, and just try telling me that they don't have staying power.

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Dog Ears Music: Volume Fourteen

Phil Ramone and Danielle Evin | Posted 03.21.2008 | Entertainment

Read More: Dengue Fever, Songs, Iron and Wine, Wilson Pickett, Music, Paul Simon, Phil Ramone, Wilco, Nina Simone, Danielle Evin, Dog Ears, Entertainment News
Phil Ramone and Danielle Evin

This week, recommendations for songs from Paul Simon, Wilco, Iron and Wine, Nina Simone, Wilson Pickett, and Dengue Fever.

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The Decade of Rocking Normally

Jack Donaldson | Posted 03.06.2008 | Entertainment

Read More: Steve Winwood Music Videos, Youtube, Music Videos, Paul Simon, Grunge, 80s Music, Roll With It Tour, Entertainment News
Jack Donaldson

In the '80s, you could be a Rock Star and dress like a thirtysomething who actually worked for a living. Paul Simon & Co. looked like they could have been working for an insurance company in midtown.

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Conan's Stalker Priest Also A Fan Of Faye Dunaway And Paul Simon

NYDN | KERRY BURKE in Boston and KATHLEEN LUCADAMO | Posted 11.11.2007 | Entertainment

Read More: David Ajemian, Paul Simon, Reverend David Ajemian, Faye Dunaway, Conan Priest, Conan Stalker Priest, Conan O'Brien, Entertainment News

Faye Dunaway and Paul Simon may want to watch their backs. The Boston priest charged with stalking funnyman Conan O'Brien says he wants to meet the t...

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A Message to Republicans Who Voted Against the Children's Health Bill

Paul Simon | Posted 10.16.2007 | Politics

Read More: Paul Simon, Childrens Health Care Fund, George W. Bush, Schip, Politics News
Paul Simon

I am asking those of you who supported the veto to reexamine your conscience, to find compassion in your heart for our most vulnerable and sweetest citizens. I am asking you to change your vote.

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