Paul Simon returned to Stephen Colbert's Late Show last night for another friendly chat. The 83-year-old music legend discussed the challenges he faces during his current intimate concert tour. Simon deals with serious hearing loss and must have sound piped directly into one ear during performances.
Colbert revealed he is deaf in one ear and uses similar techniques for his television interviews. The two bonded over their shared hearing difficulties during their conversation. Simon explained that guitar sounds different to him these days because of his condition.
The singer has written only two new songs since releasing his 2023 mini-album Seven Psalms. He called the creative process more difficult due to his hearing problems. Simon performed The Sacred Harp from that album with his touring band during the show.
His wife Edie Brickell joined him on stage to provide backup vocals for the performance. Viewers enjoyed watching the married couple sing together during the television appearance. Simon also shared a story about The Sound of Silence being a complete mystery to him.
The veteran performer finished a farewell tour back in 2018 but decided to return to live shows. He admitted that performing at his age with hearing loss creates unique obstacles. Simon continues touring despite these physical challenges because he loves connecting with audiences through music.
Colbert revealed he is deaf in one ear and uses similar techniques for his television interviews. The two bonded over their shared hearing difficulties during their conversation. Simon explained that guitar sounds different to him these days because of his condition.
The singer has written only two new songs since releasing his 2023 mini-album Seven Psalms. He called the creative process more difficult due to his hearing problems. Simon performed The Sacred Harp from that album with his touring band during the show.
His wife Edie Brickell joined him on stage to provide backup vocals for the performance. Viewers enjoyed watching the married couple sing together during the television appearance. Simon also shared a story about The Sound of Silence being a complete mystery to him.
The veteran performer finished a farewell tour back in 2018 but decided to return to live shows. He admitted that performing at his age with hearing loss creates unique obstacles. Simon continues touring despite these physical challenges because he loves connecting with audiences through music.
