Leonard Cohen - Essential Leonard Cohen
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Free Music Review: Hallelujah, indeed.
Hit: 5 Stars
being only 23 years old, i'm aware that the mass of LC's body of work, be it album, novel, or as an actor, was out there long before i was even a glimmer in my daddy's eye. That being said, there isn't a single musician out there today who can even compare to Mr. Cohen. While I share some of the same feelings as the rest of the people who received their LC education late (that his later, more-deeper toned songs are better - if not more relevant today), I'm glad for a collection such as this. It is the perfect representation of a man who can only be called prolific (and even that falls dreadfully short). I do, however, think that "Joan of Arc" should have been included... But, the tracks were all hand-picked by LC, so i shan't complain too much.All in all, this is THE only primer folks need for Cohen. Wonderful.
Free Music Review: Good collection
Hit: 5 Stars
A friend of mine once said "Leonard Cohen is the little black dress of music."
I agree. I grew up listening to covers of his songs as well as the originals and enjoy them in both versions. His voice is soft and gravelly, it sounds a bit rough for the stylish intricacy of his lyrics. The juxtaposition is in my opinion, perfect. It puts the emphasis on the lyrics and honesty of them.
This collection is very nearly a complete collection of the best of his songs, the essential ones to introduce Cohen to a new listener, or as a collection for a fan to listen to just the very best of this very influential song writer.
I love this collection and do find it fairly timeless. My mother was a huge fan of Leonard Cohen and my teenagers both love his songs a lot too.
Free Music Review: Essential Leonard Cohen
Hit: 5 Stars
Leonard Cohen's music is a lot better than his share of the airwaves and CD bins in record stores would have you believe. The sometimes ironic lyrics, dour mood, and dated synthesizer backgrounds should not hold back anyone's appreciation for the craft that the man has created. Seemingly little known here in the U.S., his work has been covered by numerous other artists, with great results. REM's rendition of "First We Take Manhatten" has a more conventional rock n' roll feel than Cohen's original, but showcases nicely the range of the material in someone else's hands.
This collection spans Cohen's career, and is a great place to collect the better known work. In my case, it was an introduction to older music as well.
Free Music Review: "Essential" is Right!
Hit: 5 Stars
Of course, I didn't realize just how essential it was until I acquired it and listened to it. Now I question how I ever got along without it. I have come to the conclusion that I could probably have only this one CD to listen to until the day I die (and I am a lover of almost ALL types of music), and it would be enough. Cohen somehow can take us to another plane or dimension and I have to tell you, it's disappointing having to come back to the real world. His songs are beautiful, haunting, sometimes funny or biting, but ALWAYS mesmerizing. Thank you, Leonard Cohen, for your very existence and for this great gift you have shared with us.Free Music Review: Cohen's Crowning acheivement...
Hit: 5 Stars
This magnificent collection belongs in every serious songwriter's archives. Never mind that after hearing it you might never pick up your pen again. I can think of no other writer whose lyrics are more concise, piercing, bewitching, prophetic and profound.
Cohen's melodies are deceptively simple yet memorable; he surrounds himself with the creme de la creme of vocalists and backup musicians, who help to create real art...not chart-driven drivel.
This is food for the heart, for the head, for the restless soul and the weary spirit. Finally, somebody understands you...