Quelle: ORF2, 1979
Quelle: ORF2, 1979
Watch rare footage of Leonard Cohen philosophising on his tour bus 1979
Leonard Cohen on a tour bus, Europe 1979. From the film The Song of Leonard Cohen by Harry Rasky (1980).
A famous songwriter whose novels and poems explored Jewish identity and spirituality.
Leonard Cohen: The Mystical Roots of Genius is the book so many of us have been waiting for. In it, Harry Freedman explores, in an entrancingly original and totally accessible way, the spiritual inspiration that is such an integral part of Leonard’s work. Beautifully written, this is among the finest volumes on Cohen’s life and lyrics. It’s an exploration which would have intrigued and engaged Leonard himself. ― John McKenna, writer and friend of Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen taught us that even in the midst of darkness there is light, in the midst of hatred there is love, with our dying breath we can still sing Hallelujah. ― The late Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks
For those who know and want to know even more, this account of Leonard Cohen’s preoccupations and what he made from his knowledge of the religious, is fascinating. A cultural story of a cultural giant. ― Susie Orbach, psychotherapist and author
Freedman’s book highlights even further layers of meaning to the songs which speak so profoundly to so many of us, regardless of faith or spiritual background. ― National Herald
An intriguing and specific look at the traditions and stories that influenced a brilliant songwriter. ― Library Journal
There have been several books written about Cohen since his death but none of them, until now has gone deep into his soul. This is not a biography of the man but rather a biography of the the landscape of his soul…Freedman explores song by song how Cohen reworked myths and prayers, legends and allegories and leads us to an understanding of Cohen’s life as we gain, insight into the man and his music. ― Reviews by Amos Lassen
Freedman…takes a fresh approach by focusing on Biblical and Torahic references in Cohen’s lyrics. ― Library Journal
Mr. Leonard Cohen: Well, I won’t comment on what he said,
but I will comment on his receiving the Nobel Prize, which to me
is like pinning a medal on Mount Everest for being the highest
mountain.
LEONARD COHEN at YOU WANT IT DARKER ALBUM LAUNCH EVENT AT THE OFFICIAL RESIDENCE OF CANADA LOS ANGELES, CA, USA on 13th of october 2016
I’ve often said if I knew where the good songs came from I’d go there more often.
LEONARD COHEN at YOU WANT IT DARKER ALBUM LAUNCH EVENT AT THE OFFICIAL RESIDENCE OF CANADA LOS ANGELES, CA, USA on 13th of october 2016
These are the clips of the press conference for the You Want it Darker album release that were shared on Leonard Cohen’s socials. This press conference was held on Oct 13, 2016 in Los Angeles at the Canadian consulate. Chris Douridas is the interviewer and Adam Cohen is also present.
Sharon Robinson and some guests from all over the world were invited. three weeks later Leonard Cohen died.
My audio-recording is about 35 minutes, including an introduction. On YOUTUBE you can find a 22 minutes version:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T7rr4IBjY7k&t=196s