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Sounds of SilenceSimon & Garfunkel
Folk & Singer-Songwriter · 1960s
Sounds of Silence — 1966
Simon & Garfunkel
Released 1966Folk & Singer-Songwriter
Classic90247 Verdict
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An early peak built around its hushed, electrified title hit. Tuneful and beloved. A breakthrough. Mid-catalogue, but far from a placeholder.
On vinyl: Original pressings are collector's territory now, so most listeners reach for a well-reviewed reissue.
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Tracks from this album on our lists
- The Sound of Silence on Best Songs of the 1960s, Best Folk Songs of All Time, Best 1960s Folk & Singer-Songwriter Songs
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