Lone Ranger
Leonard Cohen · 1992
38 min · 11 tracks · blues · folk rock · pop rock
A reflective tapestry of Cohen's gravelly voice intertwined with sparse instrumentals and poetic storytelling.
Why this album works
'Lone Ranger' is notable for its intimate feel and lyrical depth, though it did not achieve mainstream commercial success. The album received mixed reviews, often praised for its poetic quality, which remained a hallmark of Cohen's work, yet it did not chart significantly, reflecting a transitional phase in his career.
- Best for
- reflective storytelling in sequence steady pacing for deep listening poignant themes of solitude
- Context
- By the time 'Lone Ranger' was released in 1992, Leonard Cohen had already established himself as a significant figure in music and literature. This album came after his critically acclaimed work 'I'm Your Man' (1988), during a period marked by a resurgence in his popularity and exploration of more contemporary sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Loverboy· Gordon Lightfoot· Anne Murray· The Guess Who· Barenaked Ladies· Bruce Cockburn· The Tragically Hip· Crash Test Dummies
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mountain Cathedral 1:19
- 2 Cement Shoes Standout 4:24
- 3 Forest of Feeling Standout 6:05
- 4 Hi-Yo Silver 3:57
- 5 Picnic Island 1:02
- 6 Morris Minor 3:23
- 7 Osaka Rocka 2:43
- 8 Eco Chalet 4:43
- 9 Talking Hands 4:28
- 10 Pipe Dream 3:23
- 11 Song for Rebecca Standout 3:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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