Paul Simon Graceland 1986 Vinyl Warner Bros Records 1st Press NM/NM
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Description
Graceland the iconic seventh studio album by Paul Simon released in 1986. This landmark record is celebrated for its groundbreaking fusion of Simon's folk-pop songwriting with diverse international styles, most notably South African township music.
The image on the front cover is a fragment of a 15th-century Ethiopian religious icon.
- Depiction: It portrays St. George on his white horse, a significant figure as the patron saint of Ethiopia.
- Origin: The original manuscript, known as a harag, is part of the collection at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts.
- Design: The art direction for the cover was led by Jeffrey Kent Ayeroff and Jeri McManus, with the final design created by Kim Champagne.
Musical Legacy and Impact
- Accolades: Graceland was a massive critical and commercial success, winning the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 1987. The title track also won Record of the Year in 1988.
- Cultural Context: The album's creation was marked by controversy, as Simon was criticized for recording in Johannesburg during the apartheid-era cultural boycott of South Africa. However, many now view the collaboration as a powerful protest that brought global attention to the humanity and artistry of black South African musicians.
- Commercial Success: It has sold over 16 million copies worldwide and is often cited as one of the greatest albums of all time.
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