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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with gradual build
  • sardonic reflections on love
  • haunting orchestration and vocals
  • introspective listening in solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek upbeat, energetic vibes

Where this album fits

Career 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.
Stylistic neighbors
Nick Cave· Bob Dylan· Tom Waits

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 True Love Leaves No Traces 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 5:36
  • 7 Fingerprints 2:58
  • 8 Death of a Ladies’ Man 9:19

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