Art Garfunkel

I bought this record when it was first released and it still is an outstanding record. When Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel parted ways after the masterpiece A BRIDIGE OVER TROUBLED WATER, everyone knew Paul Simon would continue his successful singing and songwriting career. Art Garfunkel was experienting with acting and after awhile he must have thought I will try to make a record without my old friend. The result showcases Garfunkel's angelic voice and a list of diverse songs from Randy Newman to Jimmy Webb to Van Morrison to traditional folk and even country. It all adds up to a very satisfying record. I stiil don't know why it is titled ANGEL CLARE, but it doesn't really matter.

I owned 'Angel Clare' on a record (large, round slab of vinyl with a hole in the centre)years ago and decided to revisit it.

Much to my surprise, I am re-discovering and enjoying the folky harmonies of Art Garfunkel all over again.

One of Art's best albums. Worth it alone for "Traveling Boy","All I Know", and "Another Lullaby", with everything else a bonus. A pure voice performs an almost perfect album of music.

I am extremely happy with this product and how quickly I received my order.Kudos to the seller!
Sue

This is probably Art's best album, although "Breakaway" is just as strong an effort, especially in terms of its songs being memorable and sticking with you long after the album has ended. His singing and the quality of the arrangements on "Angel Clare" are impeccable. The song choices, on the other hand, are typically eclectic, which is a polite way of saying, "What were you thinking when you chose THAT one, Artie?" Including the "Feuilles-Oh" song, for instance, kind of vindicates Paul Simon's decision to have it removed from the "Bridge Over Troubled Water" album -- sure, it's a nice enough song, and Art sings it well, but what the heck is it all about? Same thing with all the random folk ballads about dead and/or murderous lovers.

"All I Know" is the unquestioned highlight to this album, and its inclusion, along with "Traveling Boy" and "I Shall Sing" and "Old Man", give this album the weight and the sustained power that only "Breakaway" can match. Ominously, though, this album closes out with "Another Lullaby," a song so slowly paced that you could almost call it a dirge, and which foreshadows many of the similarly dirgelike songs that would begin appearing with alarming frequency on his albums.

There's no way I can give this album the same 5 stars I would give to, say, "Bridge Over Troubled Water" or "There Goes Rhymin' Simon," to name two much stronger 5-star efforts from a similar period. But just because this album isn't an all-time classic like those two (or "Bookends," or "Graceland," or "Still Crazy After All These Years") doesn't negate how great Art sang all these songs (goofy though some of them might be).

"All I Know" was Art's biggest hit in the USA.
It's not on this so called Best Of.
Neither is "Second Avenue"
'Nuff said.

When you listen to Art Garfunkel and Paul Simon you understand what a great duo they are. Paul can write, Art can sing!

This CD is Simply the Best Art Garfunkel, not The Best Of Art Garfunkel listed here on Amazon. Contains the same 20 tracks, this CD is Made in Austria made in 1998, but was reissued in 2002 with the same package and cover. The CD is simply, not remastered, without lyrics, just a simply cover with 2 pages, but the songs remains the same as old albums.
As all Garfunkel Fans I dream with this titles will be full remastered by Sony in a near future, or released in Japan in papersleeve format!

A strong set, all his best. Simon could not have made it without Garfunkel's voice.

Art's musical partnership with Paul Simon broke up partly because Art wanted to focus more on acting, although it may be that Paul (who wrote their songs) was jealous of the attention given to Art (whose voice was superior to Paul's) for singing classics such as Bridge over troubled water. Whatever the causes of the split, Art spent much less time in the recording studio after the split than Paul did. Thus, this compilation draws on far fewer albums than a corresponding compilation of Paul's music. Still, there's plenty of quality in the music here.

Originally written in the thirties, I only have eyes for you had been revived very successfully in the fifties by the Flamingos, who had a major American hit with it. Their version didn't chart in the UK but Art took the song to the UK number one spot in 1975. Bright eyes (from Watership down) replaced Gloria Gaynor's anthemic I will survive as UK number one in 1979 and spent six weeks at the top. Art only had one other UK hit as a solo artist (Since I don't have you) - it was the follow-up to Bright eyes, but it was only a minor hit.

Elsewhere on this compilation you can find Art's excellent interpretations of other classic songs. What a wonderful world, which features Paul Simon and James Taylor, caused some to speculate on a reunion with Paul, but although there have been occasional reunions since, this recording was a one-off at the time. Break away, a top ten UK hit for its writers (Gallagher and Lyle) was a hit for Art in some other countries.

There are many other excellent tracks here - some original, some covers, although All I want (a top ten American hit) is not included. It didn't chart in Britain but with only three UK hits, it could easily have been included.

As an overview of Art's solo music, this is excellent for Brits and expatriate Brits but I suspect that Americans will opt for a different compilation - one that includes All I want.

Garfunkel in great performance, sings beautiful songs. Lyrics by Tom Jobim, S. Wonder, Gallagher and Lyle, Paul Simon ...

I was never a great Simon and Garfunkel fan, but I really liked the material Art did solo. My "AG" collection only included vinyl records, until this CD, that's how long it has been since I had any interest in him. This new CD captures the essence of his melodious voice in a genre (jazz ballads) that has been overlooked for decades. Art's recent sold-out show in Maryland proves that I am slow on the uptake. Do yourself a favor, buy this CD.

Smooth, lovely, romantic,touching, timeless . . . there are not enough words to describe this CD. To me a great CD not only entertains me, but moves me to a different time and space. This CD transcends my mood from the start. It's hard to pick a favorite, but 'I've Grown Accustomed to Her Face' is right up there.

By now I think we are all highly suspicious of single-star reviews among the five-star!

Normally I tire of ANY CD after playing it for a month, but I haven't yet tired of this after three months. I play it in the car and at home. The album works beautifully as a cohesive whole, where all songs, old and new, meld together to form of lovely, laid-back-mood-inducing soundtrack for your calmer moments, or those you're attempting to make so.

Do not hesitate to buy this great set of songs. For my money, the best Garfunkel set since the "Breakaway' album thirty years ago.

When Art Garfunkel came out to sing when Paul Simon was honored recently at the Warner Theater in Washington, he didn't have it anymore. One of the loveliest, soaring, angelic voices of our times had, probably because of age, lost its amazing range and authority. He battled bravely, halting, croaking, through Bridge Over Troubled Water, but it was unnerving to watch after the wonder of the Old Friends tour. This new album, I'm also sad to say, is dreck. If this cornerstone artist's name was not on it, who, exactly would be buying this? His "Easy Living" and "Life is But a Dream" are both bathed in some of the most painfully banal and atrociously processed production I have heard in ages. It is maudlin and it is awful. Garfunkel never engages the listener, but rather sends out an aural Quaalude. I know what it's like to be a fan with such deep connection to an artist, that you all but must forgive even their worst. This is likely his worst and I see no recovery in sight. But Art Garfunkel could make ten more bad albums and it wouldn't matter. His place in history and hearts and record collections is secure for a long, long time. If you buy this, don't expect to find it in heavy rotation. File and forget.

I've reviewed this before. And quite unfavorably I might add. In fact, I was outraged!

While the product I purchased came in the correct box, the unmarked CD itself that was inside was not Art Garfunkel, but some pop group I'm not able to identify instead.

That is to say, while I did pay for it, I did not receive Art Garfunkel's "Some Enchanted Evening." I've written to the seller's customer service department at least a week ago and have received no reply from him/them. Is this common with this seller?

I am still waiting for an answer/a proper replacement, or if that is not possible, I believe that my money should be refunded so that I can buy "Some Enchanted Evening" elsewhere.

Surely the singular sensuous voice of Art Garfunkel seeked the same sorta symphonic operatic lyrics written by his best friend/collaborative Paul Simon..

But! Jimmy Webb, the most celebrated pop song writer of the 60's 70's, with written hits "Up and Up and Away", "MacAthur Park", "Galvaston", Witicha Lineman", etc..made a song cycle with this album.

This is the album that Art Garfunkel and Jimmy Webb wanted to make. An ache a take of broken heart from the first drink to the last damn it all done.

Art lingers over Jimmy's lyrics like Frank Sinatra does over Sammy Vaughn/etc..

This is a classic break-up album, full of cigs stubbed out in an ashtray legged like white octopuses arms waving each way and another.

I love Art Garfunkel's music. His voice is one of the greatest lyric tenor voices of our age. I've heard people say that he was just along for the ride when he was the second half of Simon & Garfunkel. But who was the featured voice in "Bridge Over Troubled Water"? Art Garfunkel. Why? Because he has the "chops" to carry that most beautiful melody in a flawless performance. "Watermark" is yet another example of the fresh and wonderful treatment of great arrangements. His voice sails in such a way as to carry the listener to some distant land of beauty and peace. I loved this album when I first bought it on LP. I love it still as a CD.

I have this particular album on vinyl and was very excited to get it on CD, as my vinyl is getting worn out. If you are true Simon and Garfunkle fans you will love Art's solo albums just as much or more than Paul's.

watermark was very surprising with alot of surprises and some great songs from past albums thank you art garfunkel

SONY - Please Remaster and re-release this brilliant record. By far the best of Art's mostly mediocre solo output. The production and the songwriting - ah, yes - the sublime songwriting by Jimmy Webb - at the top of his game - is fantastic. Art perfectly capture's Jimmy's angst- ridden lyrics and his voice is never better. This a stone classic that has never aged. I'd love to hear it using the best of today's mastering technolgy. Sony - I can guarentee you one sale right here.

"Scissors Cut" reminds me so much of NYC as it was the one album I seemed to play over and over - and "A Heart in New York" is nothing less than a great valentine to that city. This is beautifully crafted masterpiece of a record with one outstanding song after another, "Scissors Cut," with the legendary background vocals of Leah Kunkel (a name more music lovers need to know - she backs up James Taylor on his classic "JT" album), "Up in the World," the stunning, classic "Bright Eyes," "Can't Turn My Eyes Away," as subtle and fine a love song as has ever been written, leading to a trio of songs that ends with "That's All I've Got to Say," a short, tender coda to a remarkable collection. There was some thought and care put into the song collection to create an overall feeling - and except for the rock tinged, "Hang on In," every song seems to flow into the other with real grace. Garfunkel's vocals, as the years go on, only seem more magificent and timeless. I think this stands as one of his finest achievments. A real classic!

There is much to like about this album, although it falls a little short of the very high standard set in Art Garfunkel's four earlier solo albums: Angel Clare (1974), Breakaway (1975), Watermark (1977) and Fate for Breakfast (1979). You know what to expect from the cover photo, which features Art in a dinner jacket and bow tie. The tracks are beautifully arranged and orchestrated, and the support cast includes some of the best session musicians in the business. The tracks are gentle and elegant, and feature Art's signature tune, A Heart in New York, and the popular Bright Eyes from the animated movie Watership Down. I bought a now well worn LP version on original release way back in 1981, and to my ear this transfer is not as sonorous as the original rendering. I have always found the ethereal quality of Art's vocals particularly suited to the nostalgic, romantic repertoire. He requires great songs and arrangements to showcase his prodigious talent. We get that here, with the possible exception of Hang On, which is a piece of late 1970s fizz and sounds very dated. The other tracks are well worth the discounted price.

This album is by far one of my favorites. Some might dismiss it as lyrically and perhaps musically inferior to the Garfunkel sound. This is really quite tragic, as I see the songs on the album a perfect reflection of who and what Garfunkel stand for. I am 24 years old and was not even alive when the album was released so I cannot compare it to pop music of the time--although I never really classified Art Garfunkel as pop---more as Art Music. What I can say is that his voice, the way he chooses to use it, the songs he chooses to utilize it in, and the lyrics he expresses have touched me. He is an artist in this album in the sense that he knows himself and what he wants to say to the listener. If you are looking for the sensitive Garfunkel displaying his usual sensitive tenor voice, then this album is for you. It might even be classified as a concept album as it takes you through the journey of love.

The only memorable song from this album is A HEART IN NEW YORK by Benny Gallagher and Graham Lyle. This album was released around the spring or summer of 1981. Art Garfunkel performed AHINY live while recording THE CONCERT IN CENTRAL PARK with Paul Simon in 1981. Before the performance,Garfunkel tells the audience that the song was one of the very few that wasn't composed by Simon. The other songs are OK.

Art Garfunkel's 1981 offering is one of his most overlooked pieces of music. It is filled with fairly low-key production, and is certainly far away from what 1981 is famous for. That is, somehow, make it feel all that more special.

Coming closely after the death of his girlfriend, it is natural several songs are related to her ('In Cars', especially, in which Paul Simon adds vocals), and the aspect of lost love, or doubt about love does tend to dominate the album, in fact it is dedicated to his loss.

Having said that, there are some superb tunes here, including the album opener A Heart In New York (of which superb live versions exist on Concert In Central Park and the brilliant Across America) and the ever so sweet Can't Turn My Heart Away.

In Cars is a Jimmy Webb effort, and includes lyrics from Scarborough Fair from years gone by ~ Remember me to one who lives there, She once was a true love of mine ~ As stated earlier, directed at his lost partner, but Jimmy's best effort here is Scissors Cut, a wonderful ballad of two lost lovers.

Some songs on here can sometimes feel a little unnecessary, though The Romance (which rarely appears on this album in the UK or US) is brilliant, featuring soaring vocals from Art, it is unmissable, so if it is not on your album, make sure you find it!

In all, this is not Art's best solo effort, but the theme and general sound can often take you far away from reality ~ And sometimes that is needed! Any Art fan should have this album.

This album represents a fascinating experiment, one that I'm not sure anybody has ever tackled before: Art Garfunkel has assembled 13 songs with no apparent connection to each other, and has managed via a seamless presentation to create an album where every single song sounds exactly like the one before it and after it. It's uncanny... there's nothing to really distinguish one song from another as they all just sort of mush into each other. The title of this album is perfect because that's exactly how you feel listening to it -- every song is waiting to be noticed, or at the very least, hummed along to, but it never happens.

Every so often, these songs -- or should I say "song" since it really does feel like it's just one really loooooooooooooooooooooooong song -- sound vaguely reminiscent of a previous Garfunkel recording, such as the tepid "All My Love's Laughter" from the "Up 'Til Now" album, or an equally meandering snoozefest from the otherwise brilliant "Breakaway" album, "Same Old Tears on a New Background." I'm not quite sure why Artie decided to team up with a couple other singers on this project, as they don't add anything to the mix, other than to cause the listener to think, "Gosh, I'll bet if he was harmonizing with Paul, this tune might actually be interesting to listen to."

This is the type of release that usually results in an aging pop star just saying to heck with it, and next thing you know, they go out and record an album of old standards and show tunes. Oh wait...

If you are an Art Garfunkel fan, this CD is amazing. There are some great songs on this album; the songs are relaxing, soothing, and beautiful. I personally have listened to it so many times that I am surprised it still plays. 5 stars and 2 thumbs way up!

I looked at this because of Art Garfunkel, as I have always found his solo recordings pleasurable. I bought this after listening to a few snippets of the tunes available because I liked the general tone of the pieces. I enjoy it for those two reasons, but wasn't expecting the overwhelming satisfaction I've gotten from this CD. I'd never heard the other two performers before, and am glad I've found two "new" (for me, anyway) musicians. I've since purchased all three of Maia Sharp's available recordings. Buddy Mondlock's "The Kid" is a delightful song, and the lyrics remind me of days passed. It was also a treat getting some of Art's own work for the first time. Several of the numbers evoke vivid visual experiences for me. I haven't felt this good about something relatively new in a long time. I'd love to hear another effort from these three folks.

It's been a long time since I've heard 3 voices effortlessly work together to create something so special; Sure, there are some 'la la' type songs here, but there is alot of material here with both considerable lyrical and musical depth; Every song offers something unique; 'Bounce' is pop perfection, while 'The Kid' offers a heartfelt story of missed opportunities and lost love. I know it sounds corny, but Art Garfunkel is one of the few people who can pull off such a feat. And with the addition of Maia Sharp and Buddy Mondlock, he has assembled a flawless pop/folk/country/bluegrass offering. I was so impressed with this album; And while there are 2 songs on this CD I can't stand, I still call it a perfect album for what it is trying to be. Very relaxing after a long day...Great production, too. Every time I listen through headphones I hear a new layer of harmonies or a gently spoken phrase off in the distance; This is obviously an album created with a love of music and a passion for all that is life. And no, I haven't been drinking. That's just how I see it...

I found myself playing the songs back in my head in the morning. That hasn't happend to me for 10 years. Stunning. Beautiful. Capable of generating goose-bumps. His best work. In some of his earlier work he laid down tracks on top of himself to build the harmonies, which was effective but did not have the emotion and contrast that Ms. Sharp brings. Definitely the best album I have purchased in over a year.

I believe I own every Art Garfunkel CD except for Lefty and, without a doubt, Fate for Breakfast is one of my absolute favorites. Art is, of course, in fine voice as usual, and contrary to some other reviewers I think producer Louie Shelton pushed all the right buttons on this project. Far from being sappy, the arrangements compliment Art's beautiful tenor voice. While I am hard pressed to pick a favorite song on this CD, gotta go with Miss You Nights. While I respect Cliff Richard as a vocalist of great repute, Art really hits this one out of the park, and coupled with the inclusion of Bright Eyes, Since I Don't Have You, Beyond the Tears and When Someone Doesn't Want You, this CD is a treasure and a must for any Art Garfunkel fan.

I AM RATHER SURPRISED TO READ, ALL THESE YEARS AFTER ITS ORIGINAL RELEASE, THAT THIS ALBUM IS CONSIDERED A FLOP BY SOME PEOPLE. I HAVE HAD AND ENJOYED THIS BEAUTIFUL ALBUM, AS WELL AS , "WATERMARK," (WHICH I CONSIDER HIS BEST) SINCE THEY FIRST TIME THEY APPEARED, " WAY BACK WHEN." WHILE I HAVE MOVED ON TO ELECTRONICA/TRANCE MUSIC SINCE THESE ALBUMS FIRST CAME OUT, THE YEARS HAVE IN NO WAY DIMINISHED THE JOY, THRILL AND WARMTH I STILL FEEL IN LISTENING TO THEM. THESE SONGS STAYED WITH ME THOUGH TIME.

This is both the highpoint and the lowpoint of Art Garfunkel's solo career, and that's quite unfortunate. It is the album that contains his all-time biggest smash hit "Bright Eyes", and I can just imagine someone who heard that song go out and treat themselves to the album it's on, hoping to find more such gems on it.

They'd be utterly disappointed. I was.

Art Garfunkel is a great singer, and he has done lots of brilliant stuff over the decades. It's just that there isn't much of that on this album. The songs are bleak and easily forgotten, to the point that when you re-listen to the album every couple of years (as I do), they all seem new again. New, but still no good.

There is one exception besides "Bright Eyes", though. Just when you feel the relief of having sat through the album, along comes the last song, "Take Me Away", with instrumental work that makes it stand out and is faintly reminiscient of John Miles' "Music" (was my first love) or something like that. A good song, or at least a song good enough to stand out from all the mediocre ones that this album consists of.

But are two songs and some quite humorous cover art reason enough to buy this album? If you're a completist Garfunkel album collector, yes. In all other cases, here are my humble suggestions.

You just want "Bright Eyes" on CD? Don't try to get all intelligent, go with the flow and get yourself a Greatest Hits compilation. There are plenty more great songs on 'em. Can't miss out there.

You want to dig deeper and try for an album filled with lesser-known Garfunkel songs? Hey, I recommend that. It may not sound like it, but I'm a fan of his. By all means do order an album or two. Just don't order this one. "Breakaway", "Watermark", or "Scissors Cut" are much better bets, for instance.

You feel you won't trust me? Go ahead, order "Fate for Breakfast". It's not that expensive. Just don't come complaining, and please please do not let your probable disappointment keep you from giving Art another chance later on. He wouldn't deserve being judged by this album alone.

One star out of five, 20%. 10% for "Bright Eyes," 5% for "Take Me Away", and 5% for the cover art, especially the one on the backside that I borrowed this review's title from, strangely fitting as it is.

This album and Everything Waits to Be Noticed were in a tie for my least favorite Garfunkel album (which isn't saying they're not good, since the others get 5 stars from me), but the reinclusion of Bright Eyes, which originally was only in European pressings, lifted it up a notch.

Some of these songs would have sounded much better had Art sung them in a lower pitch, which he used on the following album, Scissors Cut, and made it sound as serious and classy as the tux he wore in the cover photo.

Sail on a Rainbow is a good example of this; I appreciate it much more when I imagine it being sung in a lower key.

To me, the album's mood changes too abruptly. That which Beyond the Tears creates is shattered 10 seconds into the next one, the chirpy Oh How Happy, which earns the distinction of being my least favorite Garfunkel song, out of the 100 or so I've committed to memory.

In a Little While I'll Be on My Way (so hold on baby, just-a one more da-ay, in a little while I'll be on my waaa-haaaAAAY - to you!) was actually a SINGLE?? I'd really like to see him back in the top 5 again, but sometimes someone needs to take you by the hand and keep you from going down the wrong path - friends don't let friends record mushy songs. Because this record bombed we probably got Scissors Cut, and Roy Halee back as a producer, so in a way this recording may have been a good thing.

But Garfunkel is probably one of my 20 favorite singers, and the rest of the songs here aren't too bad. Bright Eyes was deservedly a number one smash in Britain, and should have been here also. Miss You Nights would have been as good as the Cliff Richard original if he had sung it a bit lower also.

Someone apparently talked him into doing some frothy pop-disco stuff and he listened. He never went wrong with Jimmy Webb and I'm glad he used some of his material on later albums again.

Artie strikes again in 79 with this love it or leave it album. This is my favorite album by Mr. Garfunkel, though it is critically seen as a flop. From the hip (for Art at least) opening song, "In a Little While I'll be on My Way", to the electric guitar riddled "Take Me Away", everything here is done well, though it seems to contradict itself at times. Also present are some of Art's 50's remakes including the classic "Since I Don't Have You" and the lighthearted "Oh how Happy." Though the American album is missing the GREAT "Bright Eyes" Fate for Breakfast will always stay on my turntable. By the way, I'm 20. Strange? Possibly. Also note, the cover photos are wonderful, though a little confusing. We see a quite bald Garfunkel making a mess of dinner and sporting a blacked out tooth. I'm not sure what to think, he always looks so serious and mean. Ah well. I LOVE IT.

Art Garfunkel has a far better voice than Paul Simon, and I actually prefer Garfunkel's solo work to Simon's.
This album showcases the best of Garfunkel's folkesque light rock, with some real gems.
My favourites include the laidback Breakaway (1975), the beautiful and haunting Bright Eyes (1979), the pop love song (What A) Wonderful World (1977), the exquisite All I Know (1973)(one of my all time favourite songs) with it's incredible piano work, the old blues hit I Only Have Eyes For You and the gentle A Heart In New York (1981).
This is a must have for any lover of good music, and a classic of 1970's music.

Since the sixties I've enjoyed listening to Art Garfunkel and Paul Simon sing their songs. It wasn't until their great, and final studio album, "Bridge Over Troubled Water," that I discovered just how good Art Garfunkel was. When S&G went their separate ways I was hoping to hear from Garfunkel. It didn't take long. He released a few songs that were good and then he released "All I Know." I couldn't believe how great a voice and musician he was. This CD is true ear candy for anyone looking for solid talent and beautiful arrangements. Get this CD and feast on the experience.

Unlike his former partner, Art Garfunkel has not reaped enormous publicity as a soloist (relatively speaking). Upon listening to this album, I find that hard to believe. I especially enjoyed "99 Miles from LA" and "Scissors Cut." He does a great cover of "I Only Have Eyes for You" and "When a Man Loves a Woman," as well as the trio cover of "Wonderful World."

Memo to Sony records: Your 1988 release "Garfunkel" which was touted at the time as some sort of "Greatest Hits" anthology was a hugely disappointing offering back then and now some 17 years later is an insult to the artist. Featuring a meager dozen tracks this disc does a great disservice to Art Garfunkel himself and to his legion of loyal fans all over America. It is high time that this situation was corrected!
"Garfunkel" leaves an awful lot to be desired on any number of levels. First and foremost a mere 12 tracks is simply not acceptable. In this day and age one would expect a minimum of 20 tracks in any collection covering the career of such a significant artist. Next, I would add my voice to that of another reviewer who questioned why an edited down version of Tim Moore's marvelous tune "Second Avenue" was included here instead of the full five minute album track. It is extremely frustrating and I want to pull my hair out every time I hear it! It just ruins the song entirely. Finally there is the matter of all that was not included. I can easily think of at least 8 or 10 tunes that should be a part of any Art Garfunkel collection. Among the tunes that should have been included is Art's haunting 1974 single release "Traveling Boy' from his LP "Angel Claire". While this one failed to crack the Billboard Hot 100, Art's vocal performance ranks right up there with "Bridge Over Troubled Water" which I personally consider to be among the best vocals in pop music over the past half century. Other tunes that might have been included are "Looking For The Right One' from the LP "Breakway" and "Crying In My Sleep". Anyone who has ever attended an Art Garfunkel concert knows of his affinity for doo wop music. While "Garfunkel" does feature his renditions of "I Only Have Eyes For You" and "So Much In Love" it would have been nice if "Since I Don't Have You" was included as well. And while I am not usually a big fan of "Live" albums I might include a couple of numbers from Art's "Across America" CD in any new collection as well.
It is a mystery to me why Sony has not yet chosen to release a brand new collection of the music of Art Garfunkel. For now it would appear to me that the 1998 "import" release simply entitled "The Best of Garfunkel" would be your best bet. But if you take a good look you will find that there are notable omissions on that one as well. It is high time that Sony stepped up to the plate and corrected this situation. "Garfunkel" as it is presently constituted simply does not measure up. I would recommend that you pass on this one.

This one is for you. But honestly now, the guy doesn't write--beautiful voice--but songwriting is a major appeal. So guess a solo garfunkel is a lot like a step above Justin Timberlake. Ok, there are definitely highlihgts like a Heart in Newyork, (what a) wonderful world, but generally this a very casual compilation, good for a couple listens. in general, Art Garfunkel isn't really good for more than that. Check out him witht Paul Simon, that is amazing stuff, but this is kinda boring. I might have a bit more respect if he wrote the songs--but even though there are good songwriters writing for him, the songs are still sub-par.