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Album: Leonard Cohen, "Old Ideas" (Columbia)

Leonard Cohen is old, older than the Canadian prairies and mountains and fruited plains that spawned him. Older than the 'contemporaries' who profited from his skills in the '60s and then again in the '70s. Not quite as old as Capt. Kirk, but older than Sulu. Old enough that when he titles an album 'Old Idea,' it means he's probably taunting you. Leonard Cohen is old, older than the Canadian prairies and mountains and fruited plains that spawned him.

Leonard Cohen cancels Honolulu show, adds two in the West

The bad news: Leonard Cohen has canceled a planned gig at Honolulu's Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall, citing 'prohibitive and insurmountable logistical issues.' The good: He's added dates in Oakland, CA, and Vancouver, British Columbia. // Tour dates at SoundSpike The bad news: Leonard Cohen has canceled a planned gig at Honolulu's Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall, citing "prohibitive and insurmountable logistical issues." The good: He's added dates in Oakland, CA, and Vancouver, British Columbia.

Leonard Cohen to wrap up marathon tour, begin recording

Legendary singer/songwriter Leonard Cohen -- who launched his current tour in February of 2009 -- will wrap up the outing with four just-announced U.S. performances. // Tour dates at SoundSpike Legendary singer/songwriter Leonard Cohen -- who launched his current tour in February of 2009 -- will wrap up the outing with four just-announced U.S. performances.

New releases, Aug. 31: Leonard Cohen, Disturbed, Heart, Richard Thompson

Long before he dreamed up 'Hallelujah' or lived a Zen lifestyle, Leonard Cohen was a cult figure known for detailing the loves and lives of tortured souls. He did little touring, as folkies such as Judy Collins and Tom Rush were the central keepers of the flame prior to the arrival of Jennifer Warnes and Jeff Buckley. Long before he dreamed up "Hallelujah" or lived a Zen lifestyle, Leonard Cohen was a cult figure known for detailing the loves and lives of tortured souls. He did little touring, as folkies such as Judy Collins and Tom Rush were the central keepers of the flame prior to the arrival of Jennifer Warnes and Jeff Buckley.

Live Review: Leonard Cohen in San Jose, CA

San Francisco Bay Area residents should count their blessings; not every metropolitan area was rewarded with two stops on Leonard Cohen's tour.

Leonard Cohen collapses on stage

Leonard Cohen fainted on stage while performing Friday (9/18) night at Valencia Luis Puig Velodromo in Spain. His band immediately stopped playing and rushed to the side of the 75-year-old Canadian performer.

Leonard Cohen returns to US this fall

After a slew of sold-out spring dates, Leonard Cohen has announced a second and final round of concerts that will hit theaters across the country this fall.

Leonard Cohen postpones Red Rocks show

Leonard Cohen has postponed his show tonight (6/2) at Morrison, CO's Red Rocks Amphitheatre due to inclement weather.

Featured Photos: Coachella Festival Day 1, Indio, CA - April 17, 2009

More than 40 bands played on Day 1 of this year's Coachella Music and Arts Festival. The big draw cards included Paul McCartney, Leonard Cohen and Morrissey.

Live Review: Coachella 2009, Day 1

When it is all said and done--and the final note is played by the last of roughly 120 acts on the three-day bill--the 2009 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival will likely be remembered best for bringing Paul McCartney to the Empire Polo Club grounds in Indio, CA.
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