Recent Songs
Leonard Cohen · 1979
52 min · 10 tracks · blues · folk rock · pop rock
A contemplative blend of folk and blues, drenched in Leonard Cohen's hauntingly rich baritone and poetic lyricism.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady reflective listening experience
- hauntingly rich baritone presence
- intimate moments of contemplation
- suitable for quiet evenings
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat quick gratification
- prefer standalone catchy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 27, 1979, 'Recent Songs' marked Cohen's return to the music scene following a five-year hiatus since 'New Skin for the Old Ceremony.' At this time, he was transitioning from the more commercially successful periods of his earlier career to a deeper exploration of spirituality and introspection. The album reflects a phase where Cohen embraced more personal themes and expanded his musical palette.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Guests 6:39
- 2 Humbled in Love 5:15
- 3 The Window 5:55
- 4 Came So Far for Beauty 4:03
- 5 The Lost Canadian (Un Canadien errant) 4:40
- 6 The Traitor 6:14
- 7 Our Lady of Solitude 3:13
- 8 The Gypsy's Wife 5:12
- 9 The Smokey Life 5:18
- 10 Ballad of the Absent Mare 6:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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