Paul Simon review – at 84, back on stage after hearing loss, his resolute artistry is inspiring (opens in new tab)

M&S Bank Arena, LiverpoolWhat Simon has lost in vocal power he has added in intimacy and authority – and this hushed performance makes for an arena concert like no otherIn 2018, Paul Simon’s triumphant Homeward Bound: The Farewell Tour was intended as his goodbye to decades of full-scale touring. However, even chronic hearing loss hasn’t dimmed his desire to perform again. Here, assisted by partial recovery, specialised sound monitoring and sheer power of will, A Quiet Celebration is differen...