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Yahoo
21 hours ago
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MUSIC ICON ART GARFUNKEL GIVES HISTORIC CONCERT IN TEL AVIV PERFORMING WITH SON ART GARFUNKEL JR BEFORE AN AUDIENCE OF TENS OF THOUSANDS AMIDST ROCKET FIRE
Hi-res photo link found HERE. NEW YORK, May 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In a moment of profound cultural significance, music icon Art Garfunkel took the stage last night in Tel Aviv's Ha'Yarkon Park before a cheering crowd of over 50,000, becoming the first international artist to perform in Israel since the devastating attack at the Nova Music Festival in October 2023. Garfunkel was joined by his son, Art Garfunkel Jr. Prior to Garfunkel and Garfunkel taking the stage air raid sirens were heard due to missile fire reportedly targeting the concert in Tel Aviv. The father and son duo proceeded with their performance against a backdrop of missile interceptions. The emotional appearance of the family pair performing at Neshef Rock as Garfunkel & Garfunkel, soared on timeless classics including Bridge Over Troubled Water, The Sound of Silence, and Mrs. Robinson, weaving a musical thread between generations, resilience, and hope. The family duo's most recent album, Garfunkel & Garfunkel Father and Son, is available worldwide from BMG. Art Garfunkel Jr. was reported by Rolling Stone as one of Germany's most successful artists and continues to extend his own audience. "I am happy to be here in Israel," the 83-year-old performer told tens of thousands of cheering fans. "If Israel is in danger, the entire world is in danger," Garfunkel told the audience. "We all must not allow fear to define or control us. I am here with my entire family. Music is my gift from God, and my son Art Jr. is carrying our torch of music forward." Adding to the emotional weight of the evening, Garfunkel also performed The Boxer alongside Israeli rocker Aviv Geffen, uniting two eras of musical expression in a rare collaboration. Art was accompanied by his wife of many years, Kathryn "Kim" Luce Garfunkel—who is currently launching a new design and licensing initiative—and their younger son, Beau. The Garfunkel family's presence underscored the personal nature of this landmark event. Notably, Garfunkel has largely stepped back from public appearances and media in recent years making this live concert from Israel a rare and powerful moment. Media Contact:Victoria Varelavv@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Carrberry Companies
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'A beacon in the darkness': Paul Simon returns to Canada after seven years, defying hearing loss with grace and music
In a return to live performance in Canada after 7 years, Paul Simon graced Toronto's Massey Hall on May 27. The 83-year-old singer-songwriter, renowned for his evocative storytelling and musical innovation, is embarking on his "A Quiet Celebration" tour, a series of intimate performances across North America. Dressed casually in jeans, a ball cap, and a purple jacket, Simon opened his second set with the 1968 classic "America." Before starting his song, he reflected on its themes of division and the search for identity, drawing parallels to contemporary times. "I wrote that song many years ago," he shared, noting its relevance today. He then offered a poignant observation: "I'm happy to report that I've found it. It's here in Canada. You really are a beacon in the darkness at this point." The evening commenced with a full performance of his 2023 album, "Seven Psalms," a contemplative piece exploring spirituality and human connection. Accompanied by a chamber ensemble featuring harmonium, flute, strings, and intricate percussion, Simon delivered the seven-movement composition with a blend of spoken word and song. His wife, singer-songwriter Edie Brickell, joined him for "The Sacred Harp," adding depth to the introspective set. The second half of the concert celebrated Simon's extensive catalog, offering reimagined versions of beloved tracks. Highlights included "Graceland," "Rene and Georgette Magritte With Their Dog After the War," and "The Late Great Johnny Ace," the latter accompanied by visuals of John Lennon, John F. Kennedy, and Johnny Ace. Brickell returned for a whistling solo on "Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard," adding a playful touch to the evening. Live Events The encore featured fan favorites "50 Ways to Leave Your Lover" and "The Boxer ," culminating in a solo performance of " The Sound of Silence ." The audience was visibly moved as Simon softly sang, "Hello darkness, my old friend, I've come to talk with you again," bringing the night to a poignant close. Simon, who had previously retired from touring in 2018 due to hearing loss, collaborated with the Stanford Initiative to Cure Hearing Loss to adapt his performances for optimal acoustics. The "A Quiet Celebration" tour continues with additional dates in Toronto on May 29 and 30, followed by performances in Vancouver, New York, Los Angeles, and other cities. Who is Paul Simon? Paul Simon is an iconic American singer-songwriter known for his poetic lyrics, innovative music, and enduring hits both as a solo artist and as half of the legendary duo Simon & Garfunkel. With classics like 'The Sound of Silence,' 'Graceland,' and 'Bridge Over Troubled Water,' he has shaped popular music for over six decades.
Economic Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
'A beacon in the darkness': Paul Simon returns to Canada after seven years, defying hearing loss with grace and music
Paul Simon, at 83, returned to the Canadian stage after seven years, performing at Toronto's Massey Hall as part of his "A Quiet Celebration" tour. He delivered his 2023 album "Seven Psalms" and reimagined classics, with Edie Brickell joining him. Simon, who addressed hearing loss challenges, concluded the night with a moving rendition of "The Sound of Silence." Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Who is Paul Simon? In a return to live performance in Canada after 7 years, Paul Simon graced Toronto's Massey Hall on May 27. The 83-year-old singer-songwriter, renowned for his evocative storytelling and musical innovation, is embarking on his "A Quiet Celebration" tour, a series of intimate performances across North casually in jeans, a ball cap, and a purple jacket, Simon opened his second set with the 1968 classic "America." Before starting his song, he reflected on its themes of division and the search for identity, drawing parallels to contemporary times. "I wrote that song many years ago," he shared, noting its relevance today. He then offered a poignant observation: "I'm happy to report that I've found it. It's here in Canada. You really are a beacon in the darkness at this point."The evening commenced with a full performance of his 2023 album, "Seven Psalms," a contemplative piece exploring spirituality and human by a chamber ensemble featuring harmonium, flute, strings, and intricate percussion, Simon delivered the seven-movement composition with a blend of spoken word and song. His wife, singer-songwriter Edie Brickell, joined him for "The Sacred Harp," adding depth to the introspective second half of the concert celebrated Simon's extensive catalog, offering reimagined versions of beloved tracks. Highlights included "Graceland," "Rene and Georgette Magritte With Their Dog After the War," and "The Late Great Johnny Ace," the latter accompanied by visuals of John Lennon, John F. Kennedy, and Johnny Ace. Brickell returned for a whistling solo on "Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard," adding a playful touch to the encore featured fan favorites "50 Ways to Leave Your Lover" and "The Boxer ," culminating in a solo performance of " The Sound of Silence ." The audience was visibly moved as Simon softly sang, "Hello darkness, my old friend, I've come to talk with you again," bringing the night to a poignant who had previously retired from touring in 2018 due to hearing loss, collaborated with the Stanford Initiative to Cure Hearing Loss to adapt his performances for optimal "A Quiet Celebration" tour continues with additional dates in Toronto on May 29 and 30, followed by performances in Vancouver, New York, Los Angeles, and other Simon is an iconic American singer-songwriter known for his poetic lyrics, innovative music, and enduring hits both as a solo artist and as half of the legendary duo Simon & Garfunkel. With classics like 'The Sound of Silence,' 'Graceland,' and 'Bridge Over Troubled Water,' he has shaped popular music for over six decades.
New York Post
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
‘Grey's Anatomy' female cast got dolled up when Denzel Washington came to set, star says
The Grey Sloan doctors stayed on call for this one. When Denzel Washington directed an episode of the long-running medical drama 'Grey's Anatomy,' some of the female actors were ready to get to shooting — and STAT. Jason George, who has played Dr. Ben Warren on the show since Season 6, revealed exactly how the day went down in 2016. 11 Jason George at the Emmys Pickleball Slam. CraSH/Shutterstock 'Denzel Washington directed an episode, and it was an incredible episode that everybody was on their best [behavior] for,' the actor, 53, exclusively told The Post at the 2025 Emmys Pickleball Slam fundraiser on Sunday. 'Everyone shows up professionally anyway, but when Denzel's directing your episode, everyone came [correct].' Washington, 70, directed Season 12 Episode 9 of 'Grey's Anatomy,' titled 'The Sound of Silence.' 'First off, the women showed up dressed up at 5 a.m. in the morning,' George recalled. 'I was like, 'Y'all don't dress up for us on the regular.' But I would love to see him in front of the camera on the show. It's never going to happen, but you've got to put it out there.' The 'Eve' alum would, however, love to see Washington scrub into a prestigious role. 11 Denzel Washington in 2016 in New York City. Getty Images 'I'm hoping he does it,' George told The Post. 'It's Denzel. He's got to come in as the doctor who is that dude, and everyone's geeked out and excited about him. He's got to come in as the expert.' The show's iconic leading lady, Ellen Pompeo, reminisced in 2021 about an argument she got into with Washington during the 2016 episode he directed. At the time, he didn't like when Pompeo gave pointers to another actor during a scene. '[My scene partner] made this choice to speak very softly — and I was pissed that I had to sit there and listen to this apology,' the actress, 55, said while on her former 'Tell Me with Ellen Pompeo' podcast. 'And he wasn't looking at me in the eye. Again, we love actors who make choices. And I yelled at him, I was like, 'Look at me! When you apologize, look at me!' And that wasn't in the dialogue.' 11 Jason George as Dr. Ben Warren on ABC's 'Grey's Anatomy.' Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images Washington didn't take kindly to Pompeo's reaction. 'Denzel went ham on my ass,' she recalled. 'He was like, 'I'm the director! Don't you tell him what to do!' I was like, 'Listen, motherf–ker, this is my show! This is my set! Who are you telling? You barely even know where the bathroom is!'' Pompeo made it clear that she had the 'utmost respect for him as an actor, as a director, as everything' — but still ratted him out to his wife, Pauletta Washington, 74. 'I told his wife, I was like, 'Yeah, he yelled at me today,'' she admitted. ''He let me have it today, and I'm not OK with him, and I'm not looking at him, and I'm not talking to him.'' 11 Jason George on 'Grey's Anatomy.' ABC via Getty Images George, meanwhile, starred as a series regular on 'Grey's Anatomy' before spearheading the firefighter spinoff 'Station 19,' which ended after seven seasons in May 2024. Now, he's made his return to Grey Sloan Memorial to pick up where he left off alongside his on-screen wife, Miranda Bailey (Chandra Wilson). Although 'Grey's Anatomy' comes with a high pulse rate for viewers, George isn't opposed to dipping his toes into other projects that get the heart pumping. 11 Grey's Anatomy Season 12 Episode 9 'The Sound of Silence.' ABC 'I'm an action junkie,' he confessed. 'I'm an adrenaline junkie ever since I was a kid. I did a lot of things that my mom found out about later when I was an adult, that she was very mad about — that if my kids did, I would kill them!' 'So, they spun me off from the doctor show onto the firefighter show, 'Station 19,' so I got to get a little of my action fix there, but not full out,' shared George. 'I want to do some Tom Cruise hanging off the side of an airplane stuff.' 'I have a lot of stunt coordinator and stunt people friends,' he added, 'and if they rig me up properly, you can hang me off anything. Off the side of a plane, off a building, I'm good. I trust and I am down for the rush.' 11 Ellen Pompeo in 'The Sound of Silence.' ABC 11 Jason George in 'The Sound of Silence.' ABC For now, George will continue providing top-notch medical care on the Shonda Rhimes-created series, which has ran for 21 seasons since 2005. 'Coming back to 'Grey's Anatomy; really has been a homecoming—it actually feels like coming back to your parents' house,' he told EBONY in October about his return. 'It's a blessing to keep exploring Ben Warren's journey. And that's what brought me back.' 'One of my most memorable moments on 'Grey's Anatomy' was in an episode called 'Silent All These Years,'' George recounted to the outlet. 'It's a powerful episode about rape and sexual assault, where I played a small but important part. Ben has a talk with his stepson, Tuck, about how a real man treats a woman and what consent means.' 11 Grey's Anatomy Season 12 Episode 9 'The Sound of Silence' directed by Denzel Washington. ABC 11 Jason George on 'Station 19.' Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images 'I felt honored to be repping the true model of masculinity, and the fact that it was a Black man talking to his teenager made it that much more satisfying.' In April, Pompeo got candid on why she'll never leave 'Grey's' for good, despite taking on a less forward-facing role the past few seasons. 'That would make no sense, emotionally or financially,' the actress, who plays Dr. Meredith Grey, said during an interview with El País. 'The show was streamed more than a billion times in 2024. More than a billion times.' 11 Season 12 of ABC's 'Grey's Anatomy.' Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images 11 Jason George plays pickleball at the Emmys Pickleball Slam. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP 'The companies that own the show and stream the show make a lot of money from our images and our voices and our faces,' Pompeo continued. 'If I were to walk away completely, everybody gets to make money from my hard work for 20 years, and I wouldn't make any money.' After 21 seasons, the 'Good American Family' star expressed that 'it doesn't make any sense that everybody gets to profit off of my hard work.' 'And emotionally, the show means a lot to people,' Pompeo noted. 'I want to have an attitude of gratitude toward the show.'
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Disturbed's David Draiman Is Down With the Slickness After Totally Surprising His Girlfriend With On-Stage Proposal
Disturbed singer David Draiman is down with the nuptials. The 52-year-old hard rock singer popped the question to girlfriend model Sarah Uli during a surprise moment at his band's Disturbed: The Sickness 25th anniversary concert in Sacramento, CA on Friday night (May 9). During the show at the Golden 1 Center honoring the band's landmark 2000 album, Draiman paused things for a few minutes after the group's beloved Simon & Garfunkel 'The Sound of Silence' cover for a bit of personal business. 'At this time, I would like to call miss Sarah Uli to the stage please,' Draiman is heard saying in a video of the moment. More from Billboard Disturbed Scores 13th Mainstream Rock Airplay No. 1 With 'I Will Not Break' Bad Bunny's 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' Returns to No. 1 on Billboard 200 After Vinyl Release John Legend Says He's Shocked by Ye's 'Descent' Into 'Antisemitism' and 'Anti-Blackness' Dressed in his traditional black pants and sleeveless black t-shirt, Draiman invited his beloved to join him center stage as she looks around seemingly confused while he takes her hand. 'Everyone say hello to my lovely lady Sarah,' he continued. 'She's looking at me and she's wondering, 'What the f–k is he doing?' Sarah, my love. You have made my life so much better,' Draiman said, pulling Uli close and staring deeply into her eyes. 'You are the light in the darkness for me. I love you more than anything I have ever loved in this world, and it would be the absolute pinnacle of my life and my existence,' he added, while pulling a ring box out of his pocket and getting down on one knee as Uli covered her face. 'Sarah Uli, will you marry me?' The crowd went wild when the two shared a passionate kiss afterwards, with Draiman assuring them, 'In case you didn't hear, she said yes.' Uli posted pics of the moment with the caption, 'the happiest moment ever with the love of my life.' The marriage will mark the second for Draiman, who was previously married to model/actress Lena Yada from 2011-2023; the couple share a 12-year-old son. Watch Draiman and Uli's engagement below. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
