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When Cohen became known as a musician in his late 30s people were surprised that his music seemed to come out fully formed.
Many were familiar with his work as an author and poet, but did not know that he had been a musician for most of his life.
For Cohen, making music was another way to bring his poetry to the people. The dark thrall of his songs portray an artist that is ever able to trace the hidden contours of love, lust, sex, religion, politics and history.
'New Skin For The Old Ceremony', his 4th studio album from 1974, is a distinct move towards richer arrangements and greater musicality, yet through simple song structures the attention is still drawn to the poetry of the lyrics.
This first vinyl re-issue since its original release includes 'Who By Fire', a duet with Janis Ian, and a song about Cohen's relationship with Janis Joplin, 'Chelsey Hotel #2'.
• 180 grams audiophile vinyl
• Including insert with lyrics
Tracklisting:
A1 Is This What You Wanted
A2 Chelsea Hotel #2
A3 Lover Lover Lover
A4 Field Commander Cohen
A5 Why Don't You Try
B1 There Is A War
B2 A Singer Must Die
B3 I Tried To Leave You
B4 Who By Fire
B5 Take This Longing
B6 Leaving Green Sleeves
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Catalog # : MOVLP460
Barcode : 8718469530250
Format : LP, 180 gram
Sleeve : 3mm
Releasedate : 2011-12-05
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