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Paul Simon: Whistle Test Extra

on BBC Two England

At 45, Paul Simon recently enjoyed his biggest hit single since 'Bridge over troubled waters' and his first solo number one album, 'Graceland'.
His comeback was inspired by a controversial trip to South Africa, during which he recorded and composed with black musicians.
Last October, Simon talked to Whistle Test about his discovery of 'township jive' music and its effect on his own songwriting.
With Hugh Masekela and Joseph Shabalala, music from Ladysmith Black Mambazo and clips from the videos for 'You can call me Al,' 'Homeless' and 'The boy in the bubble'.
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Contributors

Subject:
Paul Simon
Singers:
Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Interviewee:
Hugh Masakela
Interviewee:
Joseph Shabalala
Director:
May Miller
Producer:
Trevor Dann

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