Ashley Kahn and the Wonder of Paul Simon’s Graceland

Graceland, by the great Paul Simon, was always a big deal in our house. From the Boy in the Bubble to the Myth of Fingerprints, it was on almost constant repeat, the soundtrack of my childhood. Ashley Kahn’s book, Days of Miracle and Wonder, is a thorough, beautifully researched compendium of how the album was made. A real examination of Simon’s genius, this book breaks down the album and its effects on the music industry and the world. Join us as we discuss a seminal moment in music history, and a terrific book.

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Books mentioned on this week's episode:

Days of Miracle and Wonder by Ashley Kahn

A Love Supreme: The Story of John Coltrane’s Signature Album by Ashley Kahn

The House that Trane Built: The Story of Impulse Records by Ashley Kahn

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