Paul Simon, Simon & Garfunkel, Dave Grusin – The Graduate (Original Sound Track Recording) – 1968 – Folk Rock / Acoustic / Classic Rock / Lounge / Soundtrack (vinyl lp)

Here's a Canadian pressing of one of the most influential soundtrack albums of the late '60s, when Mike Nichols' "The Graduate" captured the zeitgeist of a generation caught between conformity and rebellion. This Columbia Masterworks release showcases the perfect marriage of Simon & Garfunkel's introspective folk-rock with Dave Grusin's sophisticated jazz arrangements. The album features both the iconic tracks that made Simon & Garfunkel household names – "The Sound of Silence," "Scarborough Fair/Canticle," and "Mrs. Robinson" – alongside Grusin's instrumental cues that perfectly complement the film's suburban ennui. What makes this soundtrack particularly fascinating is how it bridges the gap between the folk revival and the emerging singer-songwriter movement, while Grusin's contributions hint at the smooth jazz and fusion directions that would flourish in the '70s.

The Canadian Columbia Masterworks pressing is notable for collectors as it represents the international reach of what became a cultural phenomenon. This wasn't just a soundtrack but a defining statement about youth alienation that resonated far beyond American borders. The pressing quality on these Canadian Columbia issues from this era is consistently strong, and the Masterworks imprint adds a certain gravitas that acknowledges the artistic weight of the material. For Simon & Garfunkel completists, this represents their commercial peak moment, while jazz collectors will appreciate having Grusin's early film work in their collection. The album spent nine weeks at #1 and became one of the best-selling soundtracks of all time, making any original pressing from this era a solid addition to collections focused on pivotal albums of the rock era.

Retro Revolution Records – Halifax, Nova Scotia

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