Famous Blue Raincoat – The Songs of Leonard Cohen
Jennifer Warnes · 1986
41 min · 9 tracks · folk
Haunting interpretations of Leonard Cohen's poetry, wrapped in lush arrangements and Warnes' emotive vocals.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim, particularly for its faithful yet fresh interpretations of Cohen's work, leading to a Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Performance for 'Ain't No Cure for Love'. It became influential within the folk and pop genres, helping to renew interest in Cohen's music during the mid-80s.
- Best for
- haunting vocal interpretations steady emotional unfolding intimate listening atmosphere
- Context
- By the time 'Famous Blue Raincoat' was released in 1986, Jennifer Warnes was already an established artist known for her collaborative work with Cohen. This album marked a significant return to her solo career after a five-year hiatus following 'Shot Through the Heart' (1982) and showcased her deep connection to Cohen's songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Emmylou Harris· John Denver· Dolly Parton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 First We Take Manhattan 3:46
- 2 Bird on a Wire Standout 4:42
- 3 Famous Blue Raincoat Standout 5:33
- 4 Joan of Arc 8:02
- 5 Came So Far for Beauty 3:39
- 6 Ain’t No Cure for Love Standout 3:21
- 7 Coming Back to You 3:44
- 8 Song of Bernadette 3:54
- 9 A Singer Must Die 4:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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