How Tragedy and a Rogue Producer SAVED Simon & Garfunkel

You know the haunting melody, but do you know the incredible true story behind "The Sound of Silence" by Simon & Garfunkel? #songs #music #musichistory #simongarfunkel #60s #60smusic #folkmusic #classicrock #americanhistory

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It was a commercial flop that nearly ended their career... until a rogue producer, a national tragedy, and a stroke of genius changed everything.

This mini-documentary uncovers the secret history of how a quiet folk song was transformed into an electric anthem. We explore the powerful connection between its unexpected success and the aftermath of the JFK assassination, revealing how the remixed track perfectly captured the deep angst and disillusionment of 1960s America. Discover how a forgotten song became a voice for a generation and a timeless classic.

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