Paul Simon ‘optimistic’ about returning to live shows despite hearing loss

Paul Simon performing in Manchester on his 2018 farewell tour. Photograph: Gary Calton/The Observer

Paul Simon has hinted at a return to live performance, despite quitting touring in 2018 and losing the hearing in his left ear during the recording of 2023 album Seven Psalms.

Speaking to the Guardian in a new interview, the 82-year-old singer-songwriter said: “I’m hoping to eventually be able to do a full-length concert. I’m optimistic. Six months ago I was pessimistic.”