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Carly Simon Returns with Comes in Waves, Her First Original Album in 18 Years
entertainment11 days ago

Carly Simon Returns with Comes in Waves, Her First Original Album in 18 Years

Carly Simon, 83, releases Comes in Waves, her first album of original songs in 18 years, a moving late-career triumph that blends intimate storytelling with defiant, melodic songwriting. Recorded mainly on Martha's Vineyard with close collaborators and her children, the collection spans grief, forgiveness, love and resilience, while acknowledging Simon's recent health battles (Parkinson's disease and basal cell carcinoma surgery).

Carly Simon Weaves Her Kids’ Experience of Divorce Into a New Song
entertainment11 days ago

Carly Simon Weaves Her Kids’ Experience of Divorce Into a New Song

Carly Simon’s first original album in 18 years, Comes in Waves, includes the track Mother of Pearl, where she candidly reflects on how her divorce from James Taylor affected their children Sally and Ben, writing with her kids during sessions at Martha’s Vineyard and weaving themes of love, loss, and possible reconciliation into the songs.

Carly Simon’s Early Parkinson’s Clues Began as Arthritis
health-news27 days ago

Carly Simon’s Early Parkinson’s Clues Began as Arthritis

Carly Simon revealed she has Parkinson’s disease, whose early signs began with arthritis in her knees and a hip that required joint replacements; after a Mayo Clinic evaluation she was diagnosed, highlighting research showing a link between arthritis (especially osteoarthritis) and Parkinson’s, and noting apathy as a common non-motor symptom; she’s started treatment and continues to work on music, including a new album.

Carly Simon Reveals Parkinson’s Diagnosis and What It Means for Her Life
health28 days ago

Carly Simon Reveals Parkinson’s Diagnosis and What It Means for Her Life

Singer Carly Simon, 83, announced she has Parkinson’s disease. The article explains that Parkinson's is a progressive brain disorder marked by tremors, rigidity, balance and movement difficulties, and notes risk factors such as age and family history. It also emphasizes that there is no cure, but treatment options, exercise, and therapy can help manage symptoms, and that diagnosis typically requires a medical evaluation rather than a single test.

Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis, new music on the horizon
entertainment29 days ago

Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis, new music on the horizon

Carly Simon says she has Parkinson's disease, diagnosed after a Mayo Clinic evaluation, and that she has also been treated for basal cell carcinoma; she notes the illness is different for everyone and can be unpredictable, with mobility fluctuating day to day. She has begun treatment for stiffness and other symptoms, and says music has helped her cope. The 83-year-old singer is releasing Comes in Waves, her first album of original songs since 2008, on August 14, 2026.

Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis and new album plans
entertainment29 days ago

Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis and new album plans

Carly Simon has disclosed that she has Parkinson's disease, describing its progression as unpredictable and sometimes frightening, while continuing to write, sing and work with treatment; she also shared that she recently underwent surgery to remove a cancerous growth on her face. The 83-year-old singer is releasing a new album, Comes In Waves, in August 2026, with the first single Howl.

Carly Simon Reveals Parkinson’s Diagnosis and Pushes Forward with New Album
music29 days ago

Carly Simon Reveals Parkinson’s Diagnosis and Pushes Forward with New Album

Carly Simon has revealed she was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, describing its challenges and unpredictability while continuing to create music, including the upcoming album Comes in Waves (out Aug. 14) and its lead single Howl; she notes recent cancer treatment, expresses gratitude to family and caregivers, and emphasizes she remains active and not withdraw from life or work.

Carly Simon goes public with Parkinson's diagnosis, plans to keep creating music
health29 days ago

Carly Simon goes public with Parkinson's diagnosis, plans to keep creating music

Carly Simon, 81, announced she has Parkinson's disease after years of mobility issues linked to earlier health problems. Diagnosed at the Mayo Clinic and started treatment to manage symptoms; she emphasizes the condition's variability and lack of a cure. Despite health challenges, she remains active creatively, including a new album, Comes in Waves, set for release Aug. 14, and expresses gratitude to family and caregivers.

Hudson Williams Debuts on Dsquared2 Runway With AI-Injected Carly Simon Remix
fashion7 months ago

Hudson Williams Debuts on Dsquared2 Runway With AI-Injected Carly Simon Remix

Hudson Williams made his catwalk debut opening the Dsquared2 Fall/Winter 2026-27 show in Milan, which featured a soundtrack built around an AI-reworked Carly Simon piece (billed as Running on the Water, a take on Let the River Run) credited to Kradex/Da Soul Orchestra, highlighting AI-influenced music as the fashion moment dovetails with a winter-sports theme ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics.

John Forté Dies at 50, Remembered as Fugees Collaborator and Refugee Camp Pioneer
music7 months ago

John Forté Dies at 50, Remembered as Fugees Collaborator and Refugee Camp Pioneer

John Forté, the rapper-producer who helped shape the Fugees era as part of the Refugee Camp All-Stars and contributed to The Score, died at 50 at his Massachusetts home; authorities said there were no signs of foul play and the state medical examiner will investigate. A Rawkus associate who later faced a 2000 drug-trafficking arrest and a 2002 commutation aided by Carly Simon, Forté returned to music with multiple albums and film scoring work before his death.