The Only Living Boy in New York - Simon & Garfunkel Cover

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Played on my "new" 1969 Martin D-12-35. Recorded on a Zoom H2 in surround mode and a Canon EOS 200D. Edited in Pro Tools and Premiere. No reverb added - tunnel acoustics only.

[@paulhall170]

Who else comes back to this time and time again just to have shivers run down their spine at the sheer perfection of it all????

[@PJ-pv8nd]

I just did

[@peppermintpoppy]

Me

[@69Phuket]

Shiver me timbers.

[@ekaftan]

Been here a lot... can't believe it's been 5 years already

[@dr.zelles]

Me - again and again!

[@alecsyogacorner]

You can’t improve on a perfect song - but you can make a perfect cover, and this is a lateral move from perfection to perfection

[@williamstevenson4308]

Beautiful comment.

[@sequoyahkearns8505]

Well said!

[@brianswiszcz2270]

Couldn’t have said it better myself…

[@brindeldog4950]

I like this cover better then the original it’s faster and sounds better then the original imo

[@brindeldog4950]

I thought I was commenting on snoop John b but I like this one as much as the original 😊

[@jimmyolsenschannel6263]

Here he goes again, making everyone's day better with his incredible talent, voice and focus. God bless you, Josh.

[@zachrichard7039]

As far as covers go, doesn't get much better than this.

[@TheSentinel488]

This is one of the best Simon and Garfunkel covers that I have ever heard. Amazing job.

[@youAbajajTube]

Sentinel488 arguably?

[@OakFlooringDirectCoUk]

Damn right

[@emmanueludoh77]

As far as solo covers go, Josh's is the best IMO. However there is a group cover which is my absolute favorite overall...kzbin.info/www/bejne/omPXnJibh6x1oJo

[@ronaldkalingonarag7165]

No doubt.

[@SW-hk6up]

I couldn’t agree with you more. Unbelievable!!

[@pmohanram]

What an amazing cover. Sounded like Paul and Art and a full band, and it’s just one guy with a guitar. That was mindblowingly brilliant. I’m out of adjectives

[@alexwcannon]

Your Paul Simon covers are spectacular. Also, my engagement photos were taken in that same tunnel. Also, this song was on our wedding cocktail hour playlist...

[@quintenstamper5979]

His Paul Simon covers are spot on really his talent is spectacular

[@karinberryman7970]

I don't suppose 'engagement' refers to a relationship. silly me!

[@belascialoja4812]

Yes, the vocal timbre, the phrasing, pitch, all of it is creepily like Paul Simon's voice. I hope Paul gets to hear Josh sing & play. It's really uncanny.

[@bobhess5986]

The Universe is turning in circles.

[@iskomendo]

Wow! Really? You must be feeling even better among us watching and listening

[@chopstickw1801]

Great performance, vocally and instrumentally. Many KZbin viewers may not be aware of the background of this song. "Tom, get your plane right on time . I know your part’ll go fine. Fly down to Mexico". Who is Tom, and why is he flying down to Mexico? Simon and Garfunkle were known initially as ""Tom and Jerry" after the cartoon characters (a tall cat and a small mouse). After achieving success, Art Garfunkle (Tom) got a part in the movie "Catch-22" which was being filmed in Mexico. Paul Simon's part was cut out of the script. Paul wrote the song, and remained behind in New York, for a very long time. And within a year, the group broke up. For extra credit, "Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In" eventually featured the "Farkel Family", which included twins named Simon and Gar Farkel.

[@frandanco6289]

Paul Simon wrote All the songs words and music. Art is on video saying he just cannot write a song... Didn't matter... No one could write and sing songs like Paul Simon anyway... :)

[@frandanco6289]

Garfunkel...

[@Netlife-001]

I hope Paul Simon sees this, and says, 'that's nice, man' (anything in that vein will do) Great acoustics. Great job.

[@MariaSantos-senager69]

I think he will be mesmerized!!!

[@bossHogOG]

I showed it to him. He liked it but said he missed the harmonies.

[@Netlife-001]

@@bossHogOG I'm not easily impressed, but, that is quite impressive. Through the power of KZbin and song I have made a literal connection to Paul Simon, I almost know the guy. The next time you see him tell him I'm sorry it didn't work out with Carry Fisher, and that he's one of the people whose words and music I admire most, one of our greatest writers. And tell him not to cut his hair so short, or shorter, I don't mind, both are good.

[@Netlife-001]

@Ken Fullman Paul Simon is a Giver, and a Genius, not an assole, so we should be ok.

[@Netlife-001]

​@Ken Fullman ? whatever. Not your concern is it... although you do seem concerned Ken.

[@ampgent]

This might be the best cover I’ve seen on KZbin. Ever.

[@nogroove3819]

Agree!

[@youAbajajTube]

Si

[@Oh_I_Will]

Dude, you’ve said that on several videos now...please....GO AWAY

[@ampgent]

@@Oh_I_Will I have? 😂 (not going away sorry)

[@AndySeventy3]

Damn right!

[@jeffhale2982]

Paul and Art from the same throat. Perfect 12-string. Sheesh!

[@edgramza]

I was thinking the exact same thing! 👍

[@jackiechurch7500]

Jeff Hale Right? Thought the same, and yet unmistakably Josh.

[@walterkersting1362]

Throat? Freakin poet much?

[@Igotknobblies]

If AG could join Josh and add the harmonies, this would be more of a killer than it already is. Well done Josh!

[@actormanic]

I'm so impressed by this. My dad (may he forever rest in peace) bought me the Bridge Over Troubled Water album back in 1970, shortly after it's release. That album immediately held deep meaning for me upon first listening, and it still does to this day. I have always loved this song, and have shared that love with MANY people over the years. There was a certain kind of sincerity we used to hear in singers back then, that I just don't hear very often in singers nowadays (maybe it's all that horrible pitch correction software they're using now, which, in my opinion, is a crime against music). Well, you've got the old magic in your voice, and your guitar playing is flawless. Listening to this, I got the same chills the original recording has always given me! Josh, you would have been huge in the late 60s/early 70s, that's for sure. It does my heart good to see and hear a young person performing this music of my youth, nailing it in every way. Bravo.

[@Magere-Kwark]

Man, this comment just almost made me feel as good as the song did. You've put my feelings just perfectly into words.

[@kristieroybal4888]

That pitch correction crap is... well - CRAP. Singing without it is the difference between a true singing talent and the other stuff.

[@almogchaim7943]

i know you have a pretty strict "no requests" rule so i never bother to ask, but the angels came down from the firmament and gave me this S&G cover. thank god, they're just people, too.

[@richardkoo7869]

I see what you did here.

[@Macatawaman]

Comment of the year candidate.

[@dlbstl]

😆 lol

[@stevenly123]

One person, one guitar, one beautiful song.

[@Itsme-vd3dx]

Listen to this with high quality headphones. Its mesmerizing.

[@snippletrap]

Look at all the detail in the stone masonry of that tunnel. This was the work of a proud people who built beautiful things meant to last.

[@81jbear]

Many people don't know how good this is...just spot on Paul Simon!

[@youAbajajTube]

And art garfunkel.....

[@fritzschnitzmueller3768]

I come back to this so often, its so beautiful

[@floralaura2543]

There’s something that’s always cathartic about the chord progression of the Ahs before the “here I am..” my favorite parts 💛

[@tomgray6093]

Brings tears to my eyes, beautiful 🎼🎶👍

[@sammycopley1]

Fantastic rendition. Also, congrats!

[@JoshTurnerGuitar]

Thanks Sammy!

[@nathanyein]

i love your songs.

[@tephedlukewarm]

@@JoshTurnerGuitar who is the Lucky Lady ? everyone wants to know Josh. btw so very pleased we found you guys , your the new sound track to our life.

[@yvessouchon9708]

What a wonderful performance, thank you VERY much. I love that you manage to neither 'parrot' the original nor introduce forced 'variations' or 'ornamentations' that sound awkward and artificial, which is what most singers do when they perform a cover, for obvious egotistic reasons which have nothing to do with music. There are many examples, the absolute worst being Mariah Carey's circus version of Harry Nilsson's masterpiece 'Without You'. Again, congratulations and thank you very much for the delightful moment.

[@billwebb5256]

Wow! The music of my youth being sung by yet another generation! Love it!

[@eddarby469]

Yea, I'm and X-er and this guy is a millennial. I wish his cohort was listening to him. It would be epic if there was a resurgence.

[@stevelambson1628]

I have chills. Josh, I have not heard of you until this moment. The best cover I have ever heard of one of my favorite songs. I hope Paul Simon sees it someday, or has seen it.

[@schaff2068]

I bet in the last two years you have been down the Other Favorites rabbit hole as I have. Incredible talent!

[@eddarby469]

I envy you for all the videos you will enjoy for the first time. You'll also discover several other young artists.

[@ahfan2066]

That slight echo sounds amazing!

[@j_e_hill]

I don’t know how much he amplified it in post production but he was using it to amazing effect to get the choral voices, it was amazing.

[@breakroommanager1]

Natural tunnel reverb

[@thehillybillycat1]

He mentioned in his notes below the video that he didnt add any extra reverb, it was the natural accustics from the tunnel.. wow what a fantastic sound he captured.

[@russcoleman2338]

Wasnt original recorded in cathedral?

[@Caldostanite19]

You have the best Paul Simon covers on KZbin. You really can capture the emotion that Simon and Garfunkel put into their music

[@whodey2112]

The cicadas added to an amazing rendition of the song.

[@naomelembro421]

This is nothing short of devastating. In a good way. A friend just passed suddenly from a massive stroke and I have been buried in reflexion of how fleeting life is. Was just yesterday I fell in love with S&G’s unique sound and lyrics. Fifty years ago...

[@MrRudyc]

Again, how can anyone give this a thumbs down. He is very talented in every way. Fine young man who still cares about our music.

[@geoffreydentith4293]

Who needs tv when you Josh and your friends are on the tube ,thanks for all the music you play ,very easy listening 👏👏👏👏👏👍

[@70sstreetracergal61]

sorry Paul...he just blew your song away. This young man is so so very brilliant and talented. And his friends? Love when they all let the music out!!!! Thanks again so much! Big fan Josh! ❤️

[@dr.zelles]

It's hard to stop listening to this gorgeous recording - on (what I'm pretty sure is ) a Martin D-12-20. Josh is a monster talent, choosing some of the greatest material. Thanks, my friend!

[@psimon12345]

I'm a huge Paul Simon fan, now a fan of this guy. Subscribed.

[@truth.952]

You tube is amazing ..years after an event something pops up from nowhere and wow what a something...brilliant rendition...

[@edrobbins3133]

Heck of a job, young man...you are skilled beyond your years...

[@randalflagg7856]

I love that you can hear the cicadas in the background of the recording. I grew up in the tri state area and the cicadas were part the soundtrack of my childhood. Brings me back to the endless summers of youth... thanks J. T. Great stuff!

[@PureMetalBanzai]

Beautifully done Josh. Its amazing to see how much youve grown as a musician since your Sultans of Swing cover. Its been great to watch your Journey.

[@jacobhatty6960]

Metal Otaku Banzai agree! It’s been a great thing to watch!

[@floralaura2543]

And that cover is still amazing years later too! Hah

[@leehjones]

Does anybody else hear the electric bass fills during the "Ahhhhs?" They're in my head, and Josh is laying down the perfect place for them to fill in. Exquisite cover of an exquisite song.

[@jeddyhi]

Thank you for the 12 string magic. Great vocals. Glad I'm subscribed.

[@acousticpsychosis]

Yes indeed, especially since I've never even seen a 12 fret, slotted headstock 12 string. Sounds great though!

[@MrJohnr47]

Minnesota Acoustic Yamaha made a slotted 12 string headstock back in the day. Obviously no comparison to the Martin, but a great guitar.

[@frandanco6289]

@@acousticpsychosis He said it was a 1969 Martin D-12-35 guitar...

[@jonathonrose5141]

This is as perfect a cover as will ever exist.

[@DavesCoverSongs]

Just..wow I thought you might do this one with Carson, Reina & Toni, but this solo version was just outstanding. Very moving.

[@russellwilford5356]

God I love this guy.

[@billmcentire9923]

The acoustics gave this song magic. If there was a Nobel prize for microphone placement I would nominate you for it. Spot on!

[@user-ly1vx2do4s]

True

[@AndySeventy3]

Couldn't agree more! You could never recreate this set up ever again. Quality all day long 👌

[@lesliejones5154]

I bought this microphone because of this video.

[@sequoyahkearns8505]

My thoughts

[@Loralarify]

Unbelievable ... I grew up listening to this and it’s one of my favorite S&G songs.. this cover is spectacular.. This man is truly gifted.

[@Tusitala1967]

The first time I ever heard this song, I was 15. It was also the first time I ever smoked weed. I was high as hell and my friend Clarence put the walkman head phones on me, while I was looking out the window watching the sun set over the projects. Sometimes when I doubt there's any magic left in the world, I go back to that memory for a little bit of renewal. It's a lovely performance, Josh. Thank you.

[@banjohero1182]

big up Clarence and you

[@69Phuket]

Simon & Garfunkle.. Was rockin' in cot to this sweet melody. Nice cover. x

[@j.h.7266]

Holy smokes. Ridiculously good man.

[@nealkoblitz8023]

This is so ridiculously good. I don’t comment on too many videos, but you my friend have life-changing-ly moved me. TWICE now. (Comedy of the Whaleship Essex, obviously). Tears. Joy. Thank you.

[@45156]

Just got the notification - as usual, not surprised that we have a quality video from the best channel on here. 12 string playing was just superb - you really have come on a lot since I first viewed Cannonball Rag on your Fender about ten years ago. I have viewed every video since that day, but this one really does have something very special going for it. Regards from one of your earliest subscribers in the UK.

[@rhondaneuhaus1596]

that was so beautiful

[@TennRides]

I am always amazed that Josh doesn't have several million subscribers on YT. It's a shame, really. The man is so talented, as are the people he allows to join him

[@michaelbruce9415]

Sublime.

[@thomasriley5830]

Such an amazing song played on an amazing guitar by an amazing guitarist and singer

[@neilfraser1235]

Everytime I'm in Prospect Park and pass through this tunnel I think of this wonderful cover.

[@jackharper82]

Obviously Paul Simon is an absolutely incredible artist and his work is beyond any doubt... but I have to say, your cover is spectacular and will be added to my playlist. The Chorus in your version absolutely tears my heart out in the most positive way!

[@ostesvinet]

Josh Turner. You shine! Greetings from Denmark.

[@naghallac]

Can always count on those beautiful nyc tunnels to provide the best acoustics

[@313curt]

I found this cover because of the Indie movie "Tadpole", one of John Ritter's last films. The tune was done in the movie by "Everything But The Girl", which I thought was really good. Being a Paul Simon fan, it was good to see this in the playlist, and listening to Josh's version, it was very much worth the wait.

[@paulclover7663]

All ways considered a amazing guitarist. But is obvious you are an amazing vocalist. This video is a great example of your wonderful range. Thanks again for making my day.

[@PerryCallas]

Simply lovely. Thank you.

[@BrickBlacktoe]

I think there are sad little people who sit in darkness on their computer, with no joy in their life, looking for KZbin videos to hit "thumbs down" only because they can. As of this moment, we know there are 21 of them. This video is amazing on so many levels...the arrangement, the vocal, the audio/acoustic setup and recording, the video production and the location. Excellent and inspiring! Thank you.

[@erikmanakas5210]

You just can't reasonably expect popular music to get any better than this.

[@gordon5004]

Brilliant. I'm 67 and have loved this song for many years. You've inspired me. I'm going to learn it. Thank you.

[@leftyspade]

Know that tunnel-like my right hand. Central Park and an incredible artist, goes hand and hand- Josh Turner.

[@HenningJohansen]

Great! Your vocal range is impressive, and the acoustics contributed by the location are extraordinary.

[@tmjmccormack]

my favorite song. listened to Bridge Over Troubled Water on repeat with my family for the first 15 years of my life. so beautiful

[@MrEricgal]

Amazing....... Absolutely amazing..... Can't believe I'm going to hear this guy live in Liverpool..... Yes.... Liverpool..... Home of the Beatles....

[@LadywatchingByrd]

I bet that was a grand show.

[@davidgallie1365]

@@LadywatchingByrd It certainly was..... the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall..... great experience....

[@MrEricgal]

LadyWatchingBird Oh yeah! It really was... My wife hadn’t heard him before and she was ‘blown away’... He’s an extraordinary talent.. if you get the chance to hear him live you must take it! Best wishes

[@michaelashe5265]

Love that it's all natural reverb, great job.

[@whos1st]

You know - I’m having a rough day, just missing a pal of mine. And Josh pops up this gem. Thank you very much. You made me smile - I didn’t think that was gonna happen today. Thanks Josh.

[@Stadtpark90]

I can gather all the news I need on the weather report. I got nothing to do today, but smile. Let your honesty shine like it shines on me.

[@TheMasterLuiz]

This is, by far, my favourite video on KZbin.

[@pwk22]

Very nice. The falsetto and 12 string help fill in for the missing Garfunkel part.

[@seanmgr1]

Josh, stunningly beautiful... this is an example of taking a great song and propelling it to even greater heights, well done mate! Ps the

[@williamparker6473]

Walk in the park to such a wonderful musician as yourself. Well done sir xoxoxoxoxo

[@madeleinehickman8539]

I come back to this video every few days. Stunning.

[@DavesCoverSongs]

Madeleine Hickman Completely understand, I do that with half of his uploads.

[@frandanco6289]

Me too, Madeleine Hickman !!! This version is so, so, perfect !!!

[@ChileMiPais]

It's nice when the pipes are young and strong. Thank you for a great time! Enjoyed the visit.

[@Maths_With_Mike]

This Josh chap is wonderful... I can't get enough of his music. And his pals as well - are all Americans this talented?!! You guys playing such beautiful music with such big smiles on your faces is everything that's good about the world. Much love from Dover, UK

[@mattytroyer]

You absolutely slayed this.

[@sourisvoleur4854]

Found myself choking up a little at the end there. Beautiful, man.

[@kathyhollenbach7413]

Josh Turner is a fantastic musician and singer. The fact that he can cover Paul Simon's music is the only proof I need. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@evanrobinson9807]

You are the king of covers. Period.

[@admiralmac1]

This is the template for doing a Paul Simon song justice. You are an absolute legend Mr. Turner.

[@tedbownas2748]

One of my favorite Paul Simon songs. The "new" twelve-string sounds terrific. Well done! ❤️

[@billdale8422]

Got tears in my eyes now.

[@ILoveMagic15]

Is there anything better than Josh playing Paul Simon?

[@belascialoja4812]

ilovemypiano -- No.

[@ridgerunnersurvival]

Paul Simon and Josh playing together?

[@bossman8805]

Paul Simon playing Paul Simon

[@jamess9298]

Josh and First Aid Kit playing Paul Simon

[@secretarysmith3307]

No, but Josh playing Dylan with Carson is close, as is Josh playing James Taylor

[@jrsdsu1986]

Great version of one of the best songs ever written.

[@patriciacunningham5383]

I've listened to most covers of this song and I must say this is the best of them all. You sang it excellently

[@createlovehappy]

Thank you so very much for covering all these Simon and Garfunkel songs. They were the sound track growing up. And now you are the soundtrack all these years later. I’ve just been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and listening to you play and sing fills my soul with happiness joy and love. These songs mean the world to me and you do them so wonderfully with honor and integrity. I wish you all the best success as s mucican

[@Macatawaman]

Create Love Happy May you be carried safely through this journey.

[@jonaspeterson5040]

You gave this song what it deserves. Pure and superb, I got my eyes and ears on you!

[@jeffmckie7300]

Every time I see him he seems better yet. I realize he’s been that good all along it just took me a while to see it.

[@kr1886]

I never noticed any people in the background! I loved your choice of location. It suited your choice of song very well giving it that airy S&G sound and was beautiful to look at. Looking forward to seeing you in Leeds and can't miss the Gracelands gig!

[@comfyghosts6983]

I keep coming back to this. Amazing cover.

[@c.a.g.3130]

My dad grew up in Prospect Park almost 100 years ago (said it was a great place to grow up in those days). I can hear the rocks sing back to you. Thanks for a truly remarkable music offering.

[@jonathankatz4157]

Wow... You bring me back to my early years....I am 65 and grew up in Brooklyn, not too far from Prospect Park. Simon and Garfunkel were a part of my teenage experience. You are very talented and show a real understanding of this song. Best wishes...

[@JohnBudnikBand]

You're a hardworking musician, my man! Keep up the great work!

[@profbonkers1]

That reverb is beautiful.Cant beat a vaulted roof!

[@r12e04d]

This was Golden!! You, sir, are phenomenal! I liked this better than the original. 😲💖

[@JD_Cool]

A subtle compliment, but Josh's pitch is positively flawless. Even more impressive since it's a live, outdoor performance.

[@patrickblaney]

I always feel that saying this is a backhanded compliment, but, as a vocalist, you just keep getting better and better. This is outstanding!

[@kevinkeane7048]

Josh, that was sooo wonderful. I am listening to this over and over on my father’s birthday who has passed 10 years ago. I was little when he would play this LP constantly, and in many ways, it’s how I remember him thru music. I can’t tell you how impactful and meaningful your renditions of Kathy’s song and The only living boy in New York are to me. Thank you for making these memories so vivid and beautiful for me when remembering my Dad. Your tunnel sound effects are amazing and make this version other worldly. Thank you for the inspiration that you give people