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Desert Rose live performance by Sting and Paul Simon during Together North American Tour

Date: June 21, 2014

In 2014, during the 'On Stage Together' tour, Paul Simon was riding high on the success of his album 'So Beautiful or So What,' which came out in 2011. This particular live recording showcases his collaboration with Sting, highlighting the deep musical bond the two formed over decades. An interesting tidbit: Simon's knack for storytelling in his songs truly shines in live performances like this, where the emotional connection is amplified. Their live rendition of 'Desert Rose' isn’t just a performance; it's a vibrant blend of Simon's folk-rock roots and Sting's pop sensibilities. The 2014 concert was part of a larger tour that celebrated both artists' iconic careers, and it was last-minute magic that brought them together on stage, something neither fans nor the artists could have predicted would resonate so profoundly.

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