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The nine-year gap separating THE FUTURE and TEN NEW SONGS was by far the longest in Leonard Cohen's recording career. The surprising thing is that after all that interim time spent on a mountain in Zen meditation (no, really) the tone and outlook of Cohen's work seems hardly altered. Most importantly, his masterful songwriting acumen did not diminish one iota. If anything, Cohen's poetic prowess seems sharper, more focused and concise on 10 NEW SONGS.
Sonically, the album continues Cohen's fascination with synthesizers, as first heard on 1988's I'M YOUR MAN. For his first album of the 21st century, he's embraced the digital world fully; nearly every sound is generated by the electronic artillery of Cohen's producer/L.A. cohort Sharon Robinson. There's a polished modesty to the arrangements, always completely subservient to Cohen's richly resonant lyrics and crater-deep voice. Wordwise, Cohen tackles the vagaries of love, the fragile nature of humanity, and the emotional subtext of global politics; typically weighty subjects befitting a man commonly regarded as one of the greatest songpoets of his time. That mantle is duly honored and upheld throughout TEN NEW SONGS.
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Audio Mixers: Leanne Ungar; Leonard Cohen; Sharon Robinson.
Photographers: Leonard Cohen; Bob Ludwig.
Arranger: Sharon Robinson.
Personnel: Leonard Cohen (vocals); Sharon Robinson (vocals, keyboards, synthesizer, programming); Bob Metzger (guitar).
Personnel: Leonard Cohen (vocals); Sharon Robinson (vocals, programming); Bob Metzger (guitar).
Spin (3/02, pp.103-108) - "...Cohen's new album is about the acceptance that comes after suffering and aging....it follows its own rhythms, shapes, and passions..."
Entertainment Weekly (12/28/01, p.136) - Ranked #3 "Album of the Year" in EW's "Best of 2001".
Entertainment Weekly (10/12/01, p.88) - "...He's never sounded more sensuous..." - Rating: A-
Q (11/01, p.118) - 3 out of 5 stars - "...Arguably his best record in 20 years..."
Uncut (12/01, p.100) - 5 stars out of 5 - "...You realise anew how different the plane is on which this man in moving: this is poetry for the ages..."
Mojo (Publisher) (11/01, p.100) - "...As ever, his mellow slumberous sound is the velvet glove on a horny hand..."
NME (Magazine) (10/20/01, p.41) - 7 out of 10 - "...Packed with the qualities that have inspired at least 3 generations of self-conscious miserablists..." Leonard Cohen Ten New Songs Songs Ten New Songs Music Review Average Rating: (3.8 out of 5 stars)   List All Reviews Absolutely EXCELLENT!!
Being a long-time fan of his music, I have just about evry one of Leonard Cohen's albums.......and I must say this one is EXCELLENT!! This one is smooth and seductive.....good to listen to with the lights low and a glass of wine:) His deep husky voice gets to me every time and this album is certainly an exquisite listening experience!!
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Long awaited album is quite stunning!
A must have for the Cohen fan - without doubt a truly remarkable album. Cohen is at his very best. Lyrics superb and music fantastic. Thank you Leonard!
Submitted by a reviewer (Somerset, England, UK)
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Whereas "The Future" had a number of good tracks, even spawning a single, "Ten New Songs" is rather tame and lifeless. Cohen's distinctive voice is still going, but the songs themselves seem to plod from note to note, and the lyrics don't seem as insightful as they once were. When the CD arrived in the mail I put it in my player and five tracks went by without a change of tempo, vocal inflection, or pacing - not an enjoyable listening experience in my book.
Submitted by a reviewer (Orange County, CA)
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Sublime
If you know Leonard Cohen, his first new studio album in 9 years will surpass your expectations. If you do not know Leonard Cohen and his work, this new CD provides a low key but transcendent introduction to one of the most important singer-songwriters of our times. Cohen fans have had their zeal for him described as religious, and for good reason. It is difficult to overstate the beauty and profundity of this new work. In an age of hype, here, once again, is the real thing.
Submitted by MnGuy1212 (St. Paul, MN USA)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No Cohen and Robinson are amazing
The collaborative team of Leonard Cohen and Sharon Robinson is truly inspirational! I have been a fan for but a short time, but have all the albums and have seen the concert last night at the Nokia Theatre - EXCELLENT!!! I highly recommend this album to any long or short term LC fans - without hesitation.
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