Live in London cover

Live in London

Leonard Cohen · 2009

151 min · 26 tracks · blues · folk rock · pop rock

A soulful blend of poetic lyricism and rich ambiance, capturing Cohen's haunting vocal delivery in an intimate live setting.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate live performance atmosphere
  • wave-like emotional dynamics
  • reflective moments of solitude
  • poetic storytelling through song
  • soulful engagement with lyrics

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • seek immediate musical gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2009, 'Live in London' is Leonard Cohen's first live album since the resurgence of his career following a lengthy hiatus. This album showcases his remarkable return to the stage after a successful world tour and is positioned as a testament to his enduring artistry at age 74, highlighting both classic hits and newer material.
Stylistic neighbors
Nick Cave· Bob Dylan· Tom Waits

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Dance Me to the End of Love 6:20
  • 2 The Future 7:20
  • 3 Ain't No Cure for Love 6:16
  • 4 Bird on the Wire 6:14
  • 5 Everybody Knows 5:52
  • 6 In My Secret Life 5:02
  • 7 Who by Fire 6:35
  • 8 Hey, That's No Way to Say Goodbye 3:47
  • 9 Anthem 7:20
  • 10 Introduction 1:29
  • 11 Tower of Song 7:07
  • 12 Suzanne 3:46
  • 13 The Gypsy's Wife 6:42

Disc 2

  • 1 Boogie Street 6:57
  • 2 Hallelujah 7:20
  • 3 Democracy 7:08
  • 4 I'm Your Man 5:41
  • 5 Recitation w/ N.L. 3:53
  • 6 Take this Waltz 8:37
  • 7 So Long, Marianne 5:24
  • 8 First We Take Manhattan 6:16
  • 9 Sisters of Mercy 4:56
  • 10 If it Be Your Will 5:22
  • 11 Closing Time 6:15
  • 12 I Tried to Leave You 8:33
  • 13 Whither Thou Goest 1:27

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