Art Garfunkel
Junior (Jr.)
Art Garfunkel Jr. is the son of Art Garfunkel Senior – who wrote music history as solo artist and singer of the world-famous duo Simon & Garfunkel.
Art Garfunkel Jr. was born in New York in 1990 in the Manhattan district as the first child of Art Garfunkel Senior and Kathryn Garfunkel. He spent most of his childhood and adolescence in the USA. His grandparents came from German-speaking territories, so that he learned the German language at an early age and established a strong connection to Europe.
His interest in German Schlager and folk music awoke at a very young age. That’s why he often spent his holidays in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. After finishing high school, he went traveling and spent a long time in Europe. As a young adult, he got involved in various regional projects, appeared in different formats and shows on German TV, and continued to develop as an artist. For many years, Art Garfunkel Jr. has been actively involved in social causes, including animal and environmental protection, which has kept him on the move. In addition to his mother tongue, he speaks fluent Russian, Moldovan, and German, and sings songs in Russian, German, and English. He has been based in Europe for over 15 years. His life motto, “Watch your thoughts – they are the beginning of your deeds,” has influenced him since his youth.
In 2018 and 2019, he toured extensively across Germany with his father. Father and son performed in front of enthusiastic fans in numerous cities, including Dresden, Frankfurt, Munich, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Hamburg. In October 2021, his first solo Schlager album, Wie Du – Hommage an meinen Vater, was released and has since remained a chart success. As a perfectionist and passionate artist, he worked on this album for a long time in collaboration with top producers from the Schlager industry, creating a multifaceted and expressive work that was warmly received by his fan community. A second edition of his debut album, featuring many new songs, was released at the end of September 2022. His third album, and second studio album, Evergreen, was released in early November 2023. Art Garfunkel Jr. works closely with the leading music label Telamo, and his previous albums were produced alongside the renowned music producer Felix Gauder.
He is also regularly seen on TV and radio appearances, at music events, and in concerts. He has performed in various popular shows, including Florian Silbereisen’s Schlager shows, Immer wieder Sonntags with Stefan Mross, the ZDF New Year’s Eve Show 2021/22, The Beatrice Egli Show, Schlagerspaß mit Andy Borg, and many other entertainment programs. He will continue to perform with his father, Art Garfunkel Sr., thrilling music fans with his exceptional voice. From September 2022 to May 2023, Art Garfunkel Jr. toured with Bernhard Brink, Alexander Martin, Simone & Charly Brunner, Tanja Lasch, and the MusikApostel group. Die große Schlager Hitparade – das Original was a highly successful tour, visiting many German cities and attracting over 20,000 fans. Art Jr. always looks forward to live performances and interacting with the audience. “It’s always a unique experience to perform live and hear the fans singing along to the songs,” Art Garfunkel Jr. often says.
In November 2023, Art Garfunkel Jr.’s second studio album, Evergreen, was released, and it achieved significant success in the charts. Throughout 2023, he was on a promotional tour for his new album, making numerous TV and radio appearances as well as performing live concerts. From early to mid-2024, Art Garfunkel Jr. spent much of his time in the studio, working on new projects with his team.
In April 2024, Art Garfunkel Jr. performed alongside his father at a birthday gala honoring Clive Davis, held at the renowned Carnegie Hall in New York City. The gala also featured many other stars, including Barry Manilow and Carlos Santana. Additional performances, including one in Berlin, took place in the spring and summer.
On November 8, 2024, a new joint studio album by Art Garfunkel Jr. and his father, titled Father and Son, will be released, featuring wonderful duets by the two artists.
We eagerly await more exciting news!
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Four questions for Art Garfunkel Jr.:
Question 1: How would you describe yourself as a person?
It is always difficult to assess or describe oneself. I am very grateful for the support of my family and friends and the opportunities I have received in my life so far. Not everything is as easy as it seems at first glance. I would characterize myself as a positive and open-minded person. In addition, I am very down-to-earth and enjoy learning new things.
Question 2: What do you like about German-language music and Schlager music?
I simply love the German language and have spoken German and listened to German songs with my grandparents since I was a child. I really like the sound of the language and I am learning more every day. I have been a fan of German-language music for many years and enjoy listening to Schlager and folk music. It is “honest music” that brings joy and comes from the heart.
Question 3: What have you learned as an artist in Germany in recent years?
Since I travel a lot for work, I have been able to get to know numerous cities and regions in Germany very well and meet exciting people. Through my concerts, as well as my social projects and numerous appearances, I have built a close connection to Germany and my fans. I am very proud of the support from my fan community and the enthusiasm and joy that is shown to me. So, I learn something new every day and look forward to always having great encounters!
Question 4: What do you do in your free time and what are your plans for the future?
I am always on the go and love to travel. In addition, I am socially engaged and very interested in culture. I often take city trips. To balance out the performances and tours, I do sports, read a lot, and spend a lot of time in nature. For the future, I am planning more exciting new music projects. I don’t want to reveal too much at the moment. I keep my community updated!
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