Leonard Cohen & Anjani @ Joe's Pub, NYC - pics

Posted in music | pictures on April 25, 2007

Leonard Cohen & Anjani @ Joe's Pub, NYC - pics

Anjani played two shows at Joe's Pub in NYC last night (Tuesday, April 24, 2007). I was at the earlier one, which was also the one that was billed as "Leonard Cohen presents".

It was known that Leonard would be there, and even that he would probably introduce Anjani - his protégé who was singing songs they wrote and recorded together - but nobody was quite sure if Leonard himself would actually get up and sing. Ends up he did.....

Leonard Cohen & Anjani @ Joe's Pub

Anjani had a few moments, but mostly I wasn't that into her music - kind of smooth jazzy. The show was more than worth it though - to not only first hear Leonard Cohen speak, but then hear (and watch) him sing two songs with Anjani - and in such an intimate setting. It was pretty awesome, exciting, etc.... More pics below....

Leonard Cohen & Anjani @ Joe's Pub

Cohen's new book of poetry and drawings, Book of Longing, was published in May 2006; in March a Toronto-based retailer offered signed copies to the first 1500 orders placed online, which saw the entire amount sold within hours. The book quickly topped bestseller lists in Canada. On May 13, 2006, Cohen made his first public appearance for thirteen years, at an in store event at a bookstore in Toronto. Approximately 3000 people turned up for the event, causing the streets surrounding the bookstore to be closed. He sang two of his earliest and best-known songs: "So Long, Marianne" and "Hey, That's No Way To Say Goodbye", accompanied by the Barenaked Ladies and Ron Sexsmith. Also appearing with him was Anjani, the two promoting her new CD, along with his book.[8] Cohen's new album meanwhile is also slated for late 2007, while rumors of a tour, his first after 1993, remain unconfirmed. [Wikipedia]

Leonard Cohen & Anjani @ Joe's Pub

Elvis Costello, Diana Krall, and Philip Glass were among those in attendance.

Leonard mentioned Neil Sedaka in his introduction - something about 'many people have played this stage'...like Neil Sedaka. Neil Sedaka did in fact play on that stage - just an hour earlier. He left before the Leonard show though. Fountains of Wayne also played that stage - with Neil for one song. Then they left to go play their show with Robbers on High Street at Webster Hall.

Three of Leonard's albums were just re-mastered and re-issued. Anjani's album is out now too.

Previously
* Leonard Cohen presents Anjani - 2007 Tour Dates

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Posted on April 25, 2007 3:38 AM

Comments (16)

I went just hoping to catch a glimpse of Leonard Cohen and maybe get an introduction, but when he came out to sing I lost it. As soon as he stepped on stage to introduce Anjani, my night was complete. He seemed happy to be onstage. I seriously didn't expect two songs from him! Amazing!

Posted by brassbonanza | April 25, 2007 9:49 AM

how sad is that my first foray into lenoard cohen was thru christian slater's hot playlist in PUMP UP THE VOLUME?

Posted by thigh master | April 25, 2007 10:39 AM

I was there for both Anjani/Leonard Cohen and Neil Sedaka shows. Neil Sedaka was unbelievable. The guy's voice has not aged a bit. Fountains of Wayne was a nice surprise as well. I think he asked Joe's Pub not to oversell the place. Even though the show was sold out, no one was standing. Everybody had seats. He's playing at Joe's Pub again tonight and two nights next week. Go see him! He's playing Avery Fisher Hall in October and you'd have to pay twice the price for nosebleed seats. Joe's Pub is a million times better.

Posted by Anonymous | April 25, 2007 10:48 AM

I was there last night. To see him was my miracle. I don't know what he sang, I just cried.
He was beautiful, it was good. Thank you Leonard. Thank you Anjani.

Posted by joyce | April 25, 2007 11:27 AM

For those craving another intimate musical experience this week, get on over to Mo Pitkins where ex-Jayhawk/Creekdipper Mark Olson is finishing a 4-performance "residency" tomorrow night. He's showcasing new songs from his soon-to-be-released CD "Salvation Blues".

Posted by drewo | April 25, 2007 1:00 PM

beautiful photos. is that without a flash? real nice light.

Posted by daniel | April 25, 2007 1:21 PM

Wow. He sang four times, I believe, at the second show!! So much for advertising.

Posted by Hal E. Lujah | April 25, 2007 7:04 PM

Leo, you look great. But next time, have your shirt pressed.

Posted by Anonymous | April 26, 2007 8:14 AM

What did Leonard sing? I hope I didn't miss "Everybody knows!"

Posted by Zen | April 26, 2007 12:52 PM

downtownTV.com has a video from one of the shows: http://www.downtowntv.com/downtown-live/2007/4/30/episode-14-leonard-cohen-presents-anjani.html

Posted by Anonymous | May 1, 2007 12:40 AM

My name is Candy Neville from Eugene, Oregon. I am running as U.S. Senator and have been powered by the "Tribute to Leonard Cohen" DVD. I am particularly motivated by "If it Be Your Will" and "Anthem". I listened to the entire DVD and the above two songs daily and it gave me the impetus to file for office. I had put "Everybody Know" on myspace until I noticed the last stanza was not quite what I had in mind for my campaign! If somebody could let Leonard Cohen know that his writing motivated me to run for office, I'd appreciate it. My website is: candyneville.com

Posted by Candy Neville | December 3, 2007 10:40 PM