Death of a Ladies' Man
Leonard Cohen · 1977
42 min · 8 tracks · blues · folk rock · pop rock
A haunting blend of lush orchestration and Cohen's gravelly voice, exploring love's complexities with a sardonic edge.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing with gradual build sardonic reflections on love haunting orchestration and vocals
- Context
- Released on November 13, 1977, 'Death of a Ladies' Man' marked Leonard Cohen's sixth studio album. This record followed the commercially successful 'New Skin for the Old Ceremony' and showcased a shift in production style, featuring Phil Spector's Wall of Sound technique, which introduced a more dramatic and orchestral feel to Cohen's work.
- If you like
- blues, folk rock, pop rock
Death of a Ladies' Man is an album by Leonard Cohen, released in 1977. A haunting blend of lush orchestration and Cohen's gravelly voice, exploring love's complexities with a sardonic edge. This album is notable for its controversial production choices and mixed critical reception upon release; it was seen as a departure from Cohen's earlier, more intimate sound. Despite initial criticism, it has gained recognition over time for its unique blend of Cohen's lyrical prowess and Spector's grandiose arrangements, influencing many artists seeking to merge poetic lyrics with rich instrumentation. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Death of a Ladies' Man sound like?
A haunting blend of lush orchestration and Cohen's gravelly voice, exploring love's complexities with a sardonic edge. Rooted in blues and folk rock.
What makes Death of a Ladies' Man by Leonard Cohen notable?
This album is notable for its controversial production choices and mixed critical reception upon release; it was seen as a departure from Cohen's earlier, more intimate sound. Despite initial criticism, it has gained recognition over time for its unique blend of Cohen's lyrical prowess and Spector's grandiose arrangements, influencing many artists seeking to merge poetic lyrics with rich instrumentation. Released on November 13, 1977, 'Death of a Ladies' Man' marked Leonard Cohen's sixth studio album. This record followed the commercially successful 'New Skin for the Old Ceremony' and showcased a shift in production style, featuring Phil Spector's Wall of Sound technique, which introduced a more dramatic and orchestral feel to Cohen's work.
Who is Death of a Ladies' Man for?
Death of a Ladies' Man works well if you're into steady pacing with gradual build, sardonic reflections on love and haunting orchestration and vocals.
How many songs are on Death of a Ladies' Man?
Death of a Ladies' Man has 8 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 True Love Leaves No Traces Standout 4:26
- 2 Iodine 5:03
- 3 Paper-Thin Hotel 5:42
- 4 Memories 5:59
- 5 I Left a Woman Waiting 3:28
- 6 Don’t Go Home With Your Hard-On Standout 5:36
- 7 Fingerprints 2:58
- 8 Death of a Ladies’ Man Standout 9:19
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