NEWS: Tour Dates - October & November

LEONARD COHEN
RETURNS TO AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

Early last year audiences across Australia and New Zealand were privileged to experience the incomparable live talents of Leonard Cohen. Rapturous reviews followed, with many critics calling the shows the best they have ever seen. The tour went on to win the Helpmann Award for the Best International Concert in 2009. Those lucky enough to be in attendance at the concerts described them in glowing and effusive terms, earning the envy of those who had missed out on what many speculated would be the last opportunity to see Leonard Cohen on our shores.

Accordingly it is with no small amount of pleasure that The Frontier Touring Company announce that Leonard Cohen has agreed to return - with his amazing nine piece band and backing singers - to Australia and New Zealand for an encore series of concerts in October and November 2010.

Those unfortunate enough to have missed out on Leonard’s last tour will now have the opportunity to experience firsthand the phenomenal live performance that had reviewers in raptures.

“Wild applause, standing ovations and tears of joy greeted his songs.” Sunday Herald Sun, Melbourne

“the best show I have ever seen.” Dominion Post, Wellington

“one of those concerts where words can’t do it justice. But if you want a one-word review, try magical.” Courier Mail, Brisbane

“three hours of musical heaven.” Time Off, Brisbane

“For the diehards, it was a religious experience. For those who discovered Leonard Cohen second-hand through his famous fans…it was an eye-opener.” Herald Sun, Melbourne

“Floating on air after night of pure magic” Sydney Morning Herald

“a simply sublime experience.” Gold Coast Bulletin

“the most moving and memorable performance I have ever seen.” Drum Media, Perth

“a show to die for” Sunday Mail, Adelaide

“an artist of impeccable class.” The Australian

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see Leonard Cohen live in concert this October/November 2010. Tickets on sale from Thursday 3 June.

Pre-sale tickets available via frontiertouring.com from noon AEST Monday 31 May.


LEONARD COHEN – AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2010


Friday 29 October Auckland – Vector Arena
Ticketmaster 09 970 9700 or www.ticketmaster.co.nz


Sunday 31 October Wellington – TSB Arena
Ticketek 0800 842 538 or www.ticketek.co.nz

Wednesday 3 November Christchurch – Westpac Arena
Ticketek 0800 842 538 or www.ticketek.co.nz

Saturday 6 November Brisbane – Brisbane Entertainment Centre
Ticketek 132 849 or www.ticketek.com.au

Monday 8 November Sydney – Acer Arena
Ticketek 132 849 or www.ticketek.com.au

Friday 12 November Melbourne – Rod Laver Arena
Ticketek 132 849 or www.ticketek.com.au

Monday 15 November Hobart – Derwent Entertainment Centre
Ticketmaster 136 100 or www.ticketmaster.com.au

Thursday 18 November Adelaide – Adelaide Entertainment Centre
Ticketek 132 849 or www.ticketek.com.au

Wednesday 24 November Perth – ME Bank Stadium
Ticketmaster 136 100 or www.ticketmaster.com.au

NEWS: Adam Cohen Featured on New Compilation

Adam Cohen's version of Leonard's Bird On The Wire will be featured on a new album, A Song For My Father.

Pop / Rock (2010-05-24)
A Song For My Father Set For Release On June 1, 2010

SANTA MONICA, Calif. (Top40 Charts/ 429 Records) - 429 Records is announcing the release of an innovative collection of songs newly recorded by the sons and daughters of legendary artists titled A SONG FOR MY FATHER. The 14 song set features artists such as Salvador Santana, Adam Cohen, Carnie Wilson, A.J. Croce, Ben Taylor, Sarah Lee Guthrie and others offering up moving interpretations of their fathers' classic songs. The gifted offspring offer a unique and intimate spin on familiar material made famous by their legendary dads in fresh new performances connecting great songs between two generations. Lovingly played by their children, A SONG FOR MY FATHER offers a rare insight into the songs and the people who created them as they've chosen tracks with a particular meaning. A SONG FOR MY FATHER will be released on June 1, 2010.

A stellar roster of performers are featured on A SONG FOR MY FATHER: Jen Chapin (daughter of Harry Chapin singing the classic "Cat's In the Cradle"); chart-rocking twins Nelson (who salute their dad, roots-pop icon Ricky Nelson); Carnie and Wendy Wilson (daughters of Brian Wilson and two-thirds of the multi-platinum group Wilson Phillips); fellow Wilson Phillips member Chynna Phillips (daughter of Mamas and the Papas founder Papa John Phillips); Spencer Gibb (son of the Bee Gees' Robin); A.J.
Croce (son of Jim); Louise Goffin (daughter of hitmaking, songwriting team Carole King and Gerry Goffin); Sarah Lee Guthrie (scion of '60s folk-rocker Arlo); Salvador Santana (son of Carlos); Devon Allman (son of Gregg); Adam Cohen (son of Leonard); and Ky-Mani Marley (son of Bob).

Track listing:
1. "Evil Ways" - Salvador Santana, son of Carlos Santana
2. "Travelin' Man" - Matthew and Gunnar Nelson, sons of Ricky Nelson
3. "Lover's Cross" - A. J. Croce, son of Jim Croce
4. "Cat's in the Cradle" - Jen Chapin, daughter of Harry Chapin
5. "Midnight Rider" - Devon Allman's Honeytribe, son of Gregg Allman
6. "Up on the Roof" - Louise Goffin, daughter of Gerry Goffin and Carole King
7. "Bartender's Blues" - Ben Taylor, son of James Taylor
8. "Soul Shake Down Party" - Ky-mani Marley, son of Bob Marley
9. "Bird on a Wire" - Adam Cohen, son of Leonard Cohen
10. "Yellow Moon" - Ivan Neville, son of Aaron Neville
11. "Warmth of the Sun" - Carnie & Wendy Wilson, daughters of Brian Wilson
12. "Got a Feeling" - Chynna Phillips, daughter of John Phillips
13. "Run to Me" - Spencer Gibb & 54 Seconds, son of Robin Gibb
14. "Coming In to Los Angeles" - Sarah Lee Guthrie, daughter of Arlo Guthrie

"This was a timeless choice for me," says Goffin, who performs her parents' classic "Up on the Roof." "Now, more than ever, it's a great message." Adds Phillips: "I used to sing along to 'Got a Feeling' when I was a kid - I used to put on little shows."

"Our father passed away in 1986; we were best friends," notes Matthew Nelson. "We grew up with his music."

429 Records is a unit of the Savoy Label Group (SLG). SLG is the North American unit of Columbia Music Entertainment (formerly Nippon Columbia) the oldest music company in Japan. The Savoy Label Group has evolved into a leading independent company consistently outperforming competitors in key music categories as monitored by Billboard Magazine. SLG is led by Steve Vining.

http://top40-charts.com/news/Pop-Rock/A-Song-For-My-Father-Set-For-Release-On-June-1-2010/56423.html