SEVEN PSALMS

Recorded entirely on acoustic instruments, mainly performed by Paul, Seven Psalms showcases Simon's best and most charming craftsmanship, just with his voice and guitar. This 33 - minute, seven - movement composition is meant to be listened to continuously, going beyond the concept of an 'album'. It's a stunning, intricately layered record that creates an engaging, meditative, almost hymnal soundscape. Paul's lyrics are at the center of the sound constellations woven from guitar strings and other acoustic instruments, including choral parts from the well - known British vocal ensemble VOCES8 and a beautiful vocal performance by Edie Brickell. True to the origin of psalms as sung hymns, Seven Psalms harks back to the beginning of folk music: King David's Psalms. Every listen reveals a wealth of subtle details, offering a quietly moving musical experience. It's unlike anything Paul Simon has released before and defies categorization. The record's tone is well - matched by its artwork, a close - up extract of 'Two Owls' by the famous landscape artist Thomas Moran.

To enjoy Seven Psalms, simply play it on your preferred music - playing device. It's best listened to in one go to fully immerse yourself in the continuous composition. Find a quiet place where you can focus on the music. There aren't any special precautions for listening, but make sure your audio settings are adjusted to a comfortable volume. Since it's a digital or physical music record, keep it in a dry and clean place if it's physical. For digital copies, make sure your device has enough storage and is updated to play the audio smoothly.