July 17, 2012
"Who would have thunk that Cohen and Dylan would be here on one night"
So Long Marianne (mrchimes134)
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Tweet photo at the top by: Konguru
Showing posts with label Adam Cohen. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Adam Cohen. Show all posts
Adam Cohen Opens For Bob Dylan - Arènes de Nîmes, France July 15/12
July 17, 2012
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(Part 4) Glenn Gould Prize Gala Concert Celebrating Leonard Cohen, May 14/12 - My Photos and Memories
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| (Clockwise) Adam Cohen & Serena Ryder - James McMurtry - Anjani Thomas - Jimmie Dale Gilmore - Cowboy Junkies & John Prine - Neil Larsen |
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July 4, 2012
(Part 4) Musical Performers
AEG Goldenvoice produced the concert and delighted us with many outstanding performers, including musical legends John Prine, Jimmie Dale Gilmore and James McMurtry. (Stage List here)
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Anjani Thomas with Neil Larsen on keyboards - "Crazy To Love You"
I was so impressed with the unique blending of artistry of Anjani and Neil, that I kept the wide lens on all through the video. Together they were indeed a dreamy duo. Anjani looked gorgeous and her singing was outstanding. Observe how Neil constantly watches her to synch with her. The musicality of his keyboard was equal to the musicality of her voice. This was a very special cover.
Anjani Thomas with Neil Larsen
Crazy To Love You (clip)
Adam Cohen - "So Long, Marianne" with spoken tribute to his father
Adam closed the concert with a high spirited crowd singalong of So Long, Marianne. Some of the other performers came back on stage to join in the singalong making it very festive.
It was very moving when Adam added some words of tribute to his father.
I welled up when my father was speaking ... Thank you for the music... Thank you dad...I’m so honoured to be part of this honour ... I have the fondest and deepest and deepening esteem for both the man and the work...
Adam Cohen
So Long, Marianne
James McMurtry
Closing Time
One of Us Can Not Be Wrong (clip)
Adam Cohen & Serena Ryder
Hey, That's No Way to Say Goodbye
Jimmie Dale Gilmore with Neil Larsen on piano
Intro by Host, Colm Feore
Tower Of Song (Audio only)
Tower Of Song (Audio only)
In his remarks, Host Colm Feore gave extra special credit to Robert Kory, Leonard Cohen's manager, Elliott Lefko of AEG Goldenvoice and to Leonard himself for making the evening happen.
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- All photos are screenshots from my videos except the photo of Jimmie Dale Gilmore which is from ZNews video clip here.
Serena Ryder Will Perform At The Glenn Gould Prize Concert Gala Honouring Leonard Cohen
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| Serena Ryder, Juno award winning Canadian singer-songwriter |
May 6, 2012
"To help celebrate the music of his father...Adam Cohen joined by Serena Ryder"
The first time I heard Serena Ryder sing, as it happened, was also the first time I heard Adam Cohen sing and they performed together.
It was November 2008 and I was back in Toronto packing up for my final transition to Los Angeles. I was watching a CBC special about the Montreal International Jazz Festival tribute to Leonard Cohen that was held in the summer. And the song they performed together was really fantastic, Hey,That's No Way To Say Goodbye
Hey,That's No Way To Say Goodbye (JamesBMotion)
Serena also performed a terrific cover of Leonard Cohen's Sisters of Mercy.
Serena Ryder - Sisters of Mercy (ark80)
It will be interesting to see if Serena and Adam have a chance to team up again at the Concert Gala on May 14.
Whether solo or together, those attending are in for a treat with both Serena Ryder and Adam Cohen.
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- More details about the Montreal Jazz Tribute to Leonard Cohen are available on Marie's Webheights here
- Adam Cohen also performed, "Take This Waltz". To watch the video click here
- See also my previous post, Adam Cohen Beautiful Voice and Captivating performer
- Photo at the top from Serena Ryder's Facebook page
Adam Cohen Announces "End of a Long Run" at Hotel Cafe Hollywood, April 10/12
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| Mai Bloomfield, Adam Cohen, Michel Chavez |
April 14, 2012
I went to Adam's gig at the Hotel Cafe in Los Angeles on April 10 - it was a great show. The comments left on Adam's Facebook page capture the the spirited response of the audience.
During "So Long Marianne" (4.15) Adam spoke at length and began with:Lori Ludvik-Clough
- Adam's show last night was awesome, I'm still smiling. Thanks Adam!
Leticia Servin
- Yes! He was amazing!!!
Alison Frutkin Vallocchia
- Thank you to Adam Cohen, Mai Bloomfield and Michael Chaves - a superb show filled with passion, pithy and panache. Bravo to a seamless trio of musical talent who belted out memories to last a lifetime. And I got the shirt to prove it. *♥* namaste.
In this room, we are announcing the end of a long run...
He continued by paying tribute to his two very talented musical cohorts, Mai Bloomfield and Michael Chavez, with humour and affection to the delight of the crowd.
There is a boutique set up in the lobby, where the artists usually go after their set to greet people and sign CD's. (The boutique was selling Adam's tote bags and CD's.) But, Adam did not come there after his set. So I went back inside and found him. I asked him to sign my copy of his new CD, Like A Man, which was recently released in the US. Alas, he hasn't learned his father's trick yet of always carrying a sharpie and I didn't have one with me. But he was gracious to have a photo taken with me.
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| Arlene & Adam Cohen at Hotel Cafe, Hollywood Apr 10/12 |
"A very talented guy", Adam Cohen plays the Hotel Cafe in Hollywood Tuesday and Wednesday
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| Hotel Cafe Tickets here |
April 8, 2012
Any arts review by a Los Angeles based publication is good news - it means an artist has been noticed.
Well, here is great news, The Daily News, Los Angeles wrote that Adam Cohen is a very talented guy.
And Adam will be playing in Hollywood this week for two nights.
CD Review: Adam Cohen, "Like a Man"
Posted: 04/08/2012 01:15:16 PM PDTSinger-songwriter
Adam Cohen
"Like a Man"
Decca 1/2
There's no mistaking this Canadian singer-songwriter's provenance. Like his father, Leonard, Adam Cohen has a poet's aching insight into the war called love. Furthermore, his arrangements feature low-note guitar strumming, judiciously deployed strings and organ flourishes, sighing-angel female choirs and even Dad's harmony partner Jennifer Warnes. The uncharitable might say the big difference is that Adam actually has a pleasant singing voice - but there's no mistaking where his baritone comes from, either. A fairer observation is that Adam's lyrics aren't quite Leonard class, but it's also accurate to note, whose are? A very talented guy, Cohen plays the Hotel Cafe in Hollywood Tuesday and Wednesday.
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| 1623 1/2 N Cahuenga Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90028 |
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See also my previous posts featuring Adam:
- His gig in Amsterdam with special surprise here
- Singing Silent Night on CBC here
- Interview with Jian Ghomeshi in Studio Q CBC here
- Debut of his new CD "Like A Man" at Hotel Cafe Apr/11 here
Mike Scoble on Harmonica, Michael Chaves on Bongos With Adam Cohen in Amsterdam, Feb 22/12
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| Mike Scoble, Adam Cohen, Michael Chaves (screenshot) |
February 26, 2012
The Leonard Cohen Newswire on Facebook had an enticing post that drew my attention.
I couldn't resist and watched the featured video, Adam Cohen, Paradiso (Amsterdam), 22-02-12, uploaded by LysWantTwo on Feb 23, 2012.
It was such fun.
Michael Chaves' spirited bongo syncopated version of Tower of Song, reminiscent of Leonard Cohen's own arrangement with self driving keyboard - and - an unscripted contribution of terrific harmonica riffs and licks by Mike Scoble, Adam Cohen's tour manager.
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| Michael Chaves |
Michael Chaves is Adam Cohen's hard working, talented guitar and multi instrument support and one of Adam's two back up voices (along with Mai Bloomfeld).
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| Mike Scoble |
Mike Scoble, a man of many accomplishments, was the formidable Tour Manager for the Leonard Cohen World Tour 2008-2010.
When attending concerts on the World Tour, I had several opportunities to observe Mike Scoble in action. He always looked elegant, and seemed quietly efficient. So it was a pleasant surpise to see Mike dressed casually and riffing on his harmonica and looking like he was enjoying himself immensely.
And he is quite good!
I cue started the video at Adam's introduction of Mike Scoble. But, be sure to watch the whole video. It is terrific.
cued to start at 2.15 when Mike Scoble is introduced
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Adam Cohen Sings Silent Night On TV- CBC Video Uploaded December 22, 2011
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Adam Cohen and Coeur de Pirate - Silent Night
George Stroumboulopoulos Tonight (CBC)
Holiday Music Special
Uploaded by TheHour on Dec 22, 2011
Adam and Béatrice team up for a stirring rendition of the holiday classic.
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Proud to be a Canadian Moment-Jian Ghomeshi Interviews Adam Cohen on CBC Radio One Studio Q, Dec 14/11
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| "Like A Man" album cover |
December 16, 2011
On Twitter: Jian Ghomeshi, CBC Q
Dec 15, 2011
Just heard from Adam Cohen mgmt that he's moved up to #28 (from #141!) on iTunes Album Chart after playing #Q today. Nice. Beautiful album.
Q: The Podcast from CBC Radio
CBC Radio's Q is Canada's liveliest arts, culture and entertainment magazine. It's a smart and surprising tour through personalities and cultural issues that matter to Canadians. Hosted by Jian Ghomeshi, with his trademark wit and spontaneity, Q covers pop culture and high arts alike, with forays into the most provocative and compelling cultural trends. Q brings you big names, big ideas, and those paving the way in Canada's cultural community. Q is your cultural intervention!Q: The Podcast ...Wednesday, December 14, 2011
(extract only)...Singer/songwriter Adam Cohen, son of Leonard, performs from his record "Like A Man".
Adam Cohen Special Gig -- Leonard Cohen in Audience -- Hotel Cafe, Los Angeles April 6, 2011
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| Screen shot: * What Other Guy * Hotel Cafe, Los Angeles |
From July 12, 2011 leonardcohenforum
* What Other Guy *
A great review click here
Exclusive Blog: Adam Cohen Is a Chip Off the Old Songwriting Block
The Comet blogger and industry exec Jonathan McHugh takes us to a special lunchtime set at the famed “Hotel Cafe” in Los Angeles where Adam Cohen showed off his songwriting chops and even got some help from dad.
Singer/songwriter Adam Cohen took the stage the afternoon of April 6 at the Hotel Cafe in Los Angeles and proved he has way more than the same last name of his iconic father, Leonard. Adam posses a true star charisma and a very fluid stage presence, but his storytelling and song writing chops make him a star in his own right. He has been around and sounds a bit burnt on the music biz, but he seems on top of his creative game. Backed up by a cellist and guitar player, he brought a fully rounded sound to the Cafe, which after a decade is still “the"cool spot for singer/songwriters in Los Angeles.
His song “Beautiful,” which he wrote and performed for his four-year-old son and wife, who were in attendance, almost brought me to tears. The song tells his version of what he would do and say if it all where to end tomorrow, armageddon-style. His dad was also in the audience and he lent his son a hand when Adam played the classic Leonard Cohen song “So Long Marianne” for an encore.
Adam could not remember the first chorus and asked his pop for help. When dad said the first lyrics to the second chorus Adam said, “No dad, the first chorus!” His dad obliged.
It was truly an impromptu beautiful musical father and son moment and I was happy that I made it crosstown just in time to catch the short but powerful lunchtime set.
Check out his music and when he tours, make sure you get to see him, as great songwriting and delivery are a beautiful thing to behold.
Another video from Adam Cohen's special gig on April 6, 2011.
* Like A Man *
The two Adam Cohen videos were uploaded by AdamCohenTV
Produced By: George Tsioutsioulas, That Guy Productions
Adam Cohen - Beautiful Voice and Captivating Performer
There were several posts on the leonardcohenforum Las Vegas December 2010 Concert thread about meeting Adam Cohen in Heathrow Airport on his way to Las Vegas. That reminded me about my own Adam Cohen posts on the forum.
From Feb 28, 2009 leonardcohenforum
... Whether I achieve my goals or not, it's probably unrealistic of me to think anybody will (care)...
(Adam Cohen-ready to embrace his father's legacy, Canadian Press, Feb '09)
Well, I am one fan of Adam Cohen who cares! I heard him last November [2008] for the first time and I was blown away. He is a major talent with a beautiful voice, awesome interpretation and a captivating stage presence. I was in Toronto last November and it was beshert/destiny that the CBC televised a one hour documentary of the Leonard Cohen Tribute which took place in Montreal last June.
L'dor V'dor, from generation to generation.
To see a wonderful example of Adam Cohen captured from the CBC documentary, click here
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Adam Cohen was a presenter at "Idea City 2010" in Toronto last June. On Twitter, someone posted a tweet about Adam disparaging the city of Toronto. I captured the tweet with a screen shot and posted in on the forum. The shot has since been removed but the jpg descriptive file name remains on the forum "adamcohendissingtoronto".
From June 18, 2010 leonardcohenforum.com
[img]http://img714.imageshack.us/img714/4315/adamcohendissingtoronto.jpg[/img]
At first I was disappointed to read this about Adam's attitude. Then I smiled and had a chuckle. Toronto was my lifelong home until only recently. I am used to the long standing Toronto/Montreal rivalry. It is just part of the Canadian landscape.
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A 30 second soundcheck clip posted by twitvid can be viewed here.
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