Simon & Garfunkel / LIVE AT TOKYO DOME #1 (2CDR)

Simon & Garfunkel –
LIVE AT TOKYO DOME #1 (2CDR) SY0989
Live at Tokyo Dome, Tokyo, Japan – July 10, 2009

Disc One
1. Introduction
2. Old Friends ~ Bookends Theme
3. Hazy Shade of Winter
4. I Am a Rock
5. America
6. Kathy’s Song
7. Hey Schoolgirl
8. Be-Bop-A-Lula
9. Scarborough Fair
10. Homeward Bound
11. Video: The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin’ Groovy)
12. Mrs. Robinson (incl. Not Fade Away)
13. Slip Slidin’ Away
14. El Condor Pasa (If I Could)
15. Bright Eyes *
16. A Heart in New York *
17. Perfect Moment ~ Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep *

Disc Two
1. Boy in the Bubble #
2. Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes #
3. Still Crazy After All These Years #
4. Only Living Boy in New York
5. My Little Town
6. Bridge Over Troubled Water
– Encore 1 –
7. The Sound of Silence
8. The Boxer
– Encore 2 –
9. Leaves That Are Green
10. Cecilia ~
11. Band Introduction ~
12. Cecilia (Reprise)

* Art Garfunkel solo
# Paul Simon solo

Simon & Garfunkel—the unparalleled duo known for their sublime melodies and crystal-clear vocals—returned to Japan for the first time in 16 years to perform their timeless masterpieces! This release features complete recordings from their 2009 Japan tour, capturing the historic opening night at Nagoya Dome (July 8) and the two-night stand at Tokyo Dome (July 10 & 11) with astonishing, top-tier sound quality that defies the typical acoustics of a dome venue.
With virtually none of the reverberation issues common to dome venues, the recording captures every sound—especially the duo's vocals—with stunning realism. We have meticulously mastered the audio, making fine adjustments to volume levels—such as those shifting between acoustic and electric sets—so you can enjoy the music seamlessly and without distraction. Furthermore, the sound avoids the thin, sterile quality often associated with digital recordings; instead, it delivers a rich, full-bodied sound with warm mid-to-low frequencies. True to the Sylph label’s signature style, the recording captures the kind of goosebump-inducing realism and power that makes you feel like you are right there in the venue, ensuring that unforgettable night comes vividly back to life. This is a standout release that sets itself apart from the rest—we highly recommend listening through speakers rather than headphones to fully appreciate it.
The tour is based on the structure of the "Old Friends" tour, featuring a magnificent, moving performance that spans a full two hours, including a solo segment in the middle. At the Nagoya show—a historic first for S&G in that city—"A Heart in New York" was dedicated to the late Michael Jackson. While the core setlist remains consistent, the Paul Simon solo segment saw a change starting from the second Tokyo show, with "Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes" replaced by "Graceland." Beyond the energetic performances of the duo themselves, the backing band is comprised of top-tier musicians; their skillful and pleasing arrangements are woven throughout the concert, making for a deeply satisfying listening experience from start to finish. This will likely be their final tour. Forty years after their initial breakup, this essential memorial release brings timeless classics like "The Sound of Silence" and "Bridge Over Troubled Water" back to life with miraculous harmonies—a truly moving experience you won't want to miss.