Adam Cohen releases new album 'Like A Man' + "What Other Guy" Video

Adam Cohen, the son of the legendary Leonard Cohen, will unveil Like A Man, a "strikingly personal album" of ten intimate songs that is "truly fit to bear the family name" (Sunday Times of London) on April 3, 2012 (Decca).

These "elegant poem songs" (MOJO) often recall the late '60s and '70s recordings of his father.

"They are songs that bear a family trait, one I'd fought with some gusto to disguise up until now," Cohen says. On his previous three recordings, he admits, "I was doing everything I could to make music that had little resemblance to my father's. Musically speaking, I was performing some kind of contortion act to not be seen purely as my father's son."

Adam Cohen had been writing these songs and poems for a number of years, but kept them hidden away. "These are all songs that I originally didn't have the courage to show anybody because they didn't satisfy what my criteria was at the time."

The inspiration for this album came about during a family meal: "I was sitting at the dinner table with my father to my left and my son to my right, and I realized that it was imperative that I try and make a record worthy of my father's legacy."

The album was recorded live in the studio with all the musicians playing together in one room, which contributes to its intimate, warm feel. Cohen reflects on the experience: "I'd never worked so fast, so boldly, so excitedly in a studio. The result is an album that's honest and true. I reached a personal target; the album is a benchmark for me."

Adam Cohen - "What Other Guy" Official Music Video:

The album, which was released in Europe and Canada late last year, has inspired critical raves, and Cohen has performed to packed houses all over the world. His Australian tour is currently underway, and he'll showcase material from the album in NYC and LA in early April. US tour plans will be announced shortly.

Adam Cohen - Like A Man EPK:

Watch a performance of "What Other Guy" on Taratata (music show from France).

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