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Leonard Cohen brings "Old Ideas" to North America

Canadian singer/songwriter Leonard Cohen has added a North American leg to his 'Old Ideas World Tour' behind the January release of the same name. // Tour dates at SoundSpike May 3, 2012 - Canadian singer/songwriter Leonard Cohen has added a North American leg to his "Old Ideas World Tour" behind the January release of the same name.

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. January 31, 2012 - 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 September 30, 2010 - 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 September 7, 2010 - 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. August 30, 2010 - 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

November 16, 2009 - 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

September 21, 2009 - 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

July 22, 2009 - 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

June 2, 2009 - 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

April 18, 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.
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tour dates and tickets
August 2012
12 - Ghent, Belgium - St. Peters Square
14, 15 - Ghent, Belgium - St. Peters Square
17, 18 - Ghent, Belgium - St. Peters Square
21, 22 - Amsterdam, Netherlands - Olympic Stadion
25 - Copenhagen, Denmark - Rosenborg Castle
26 - Aalborg, Denmark - Molleparken
28 - Bergen, Norway - Bergenhus Festning-Koengen
29 - Halden, Norway - Fredriksten Festning
31 - Gothenburg, Sweden - Tradgardsforeningen

September 2012
2 - Helsinki, Finland - Sonera Stadium
5 - Berlin, Germany - Waldbuhne
6 - Monchengladbach, Germany - Monchengladbach HockeyPark
8 - Kent, United Kingdom - Hop Farm
11, 12, 14 - Dublin, Ireland - Imma
24 - Verona, Italy - Verona Arena
28, 30 - Paris, France - Olympia

October 2012
3 - Barcelona, Spain - St. Jordi
5 - Madrid, Spain - Palais Desportes
7 - Lisbon, Portugal - Pavilhao Atlantico
31 - Austin, TX - Bass Concert Hall

November 2012
3 - Denver, CO - 1stBank Center
5 - Los Angeles, CA - Nokia Theatre
7 - San Jose, CA - HP Pavilion
9 - Seattle, WA - Key Arena
11 - Portland, OR - Rose Garden
12 - Vancouver, British Columbia - Rogers Arena
16 - Calgary, Alberta - Scotiabank Saddledome
18 - Edmonton, Alberta - Rexall Place
20 - Saskatoon, Saskatchewan - Credit Union Centre
23 - Chicago, IL - Akoo Theatre
26 - Detroit, MI - Fox Theatre
28 - Montreal, Quebec - Bell Centre

December 2012
2 - Quebec City, Quebec - Colisee Pepsi
4 - Toronto, Ontario - Air Canada Centre
7 - Ottawa, Ontario - Scotiabank Place
11 - London, Ontario - John Labatt Centre
13 - Kingston, Ontario - K-Rock Centre
15 - Boston, MA - The Wang Theatre
18 - New York, NY - Madison Square Garden
20 - Brooklyn, NY - Barclays Center
tour dates and tickets