Cohen Live
Leonard Cohen · 1994
71 min · 13 tracks · blues · folk rock · pop rock
A haunting blend of spoken word and melody, where Cohen's deep voice evokes profound emotional landscapes.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady emotional intensity throughout haunting vocal storytelling experience late-night reflective listening sessions
- Context
- By the time 'Cohen Live' was released in 1994, Leonard Cohen was experiencing a resurgence in popularity following his earlier works and the success of his album 'I'm Your Man' (1988). This live recording captures performances from his 1993 tour, showcasing both his classic hits and recent material to a renewed audience eager for his poignant storytelling.
- If you like
- blues, folk rock, pop rock
Cohen Live is an album by Leonard Cohen, released in 1994. A haunting blend of spoken word and melody, where Cohen's deep voice evokes profound emotional landscapes. This album is significant as it reflects Cohen's powerful stage presence during a period of revitalization in his career, earning critical acclaim. It reached number 12 on the Canadian charts and helped solidify his legacy as an essential live performer, influencing numerous artists in folk and rock genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cohen Live sound like?
A haunting blend of spoken word and melody, where Cohen's deep voice evokes profound emotional landscapes. Rooted in blues and folk rock.
What makes Cohen Live by Leonard Cohen notable?
This album is significant as it reflects Cohen's powerful stage presence during a period of revitalization in his career, earning critical acclaim. It reached number 12 on the Canadian charts and helped solidify his legacy as an essential live performer, influencing numerous artists in folk and rock genres. By the time 'Cohen Live' was released in 1994, Leonard Cohen was experiencing a resurgence in popularity following his earlier works and the success of his album 'I'm Your Man' (1988). This live recording captures performances from his 1993 tour, showcasing both his classic hits and recent material to a renewed audience eager for his poignant storytelling.
Who is Cohen Live for?
Cohen Live works well if you're into steady emotional intensity throughout, haunting vocal storytelling experience and late-night reflective listening sessions.
How many songs are on Cohen Live?
Cohen Live has 13 tracks, running approximately 71 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dance Me to the End of Love 6:10
- 2 Bird on the Wire Standout 6:53
- 3 Everybody Knows 6:09
- 4 Joan of Arc 6:14
- 5 There Is a War 4:47
- 6 Sisters of Mercy 6:16
- 7 Hallelujah Standout 6:54
- 8 I’m Your Man 5:30
- 9 Who By Fire? 5:09
- 10 One of Us Cannot Be Wrong 5:21
- 11 If It Be Your Will 3:18
- 12 Heart With No Companion 4:51
- 13 Suzanne Standout 4:20
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