My faith in the risky business of shelling out shedloads of money to see top performers has been restored (see my earlier review of Dylan). We went to see Leonard Cohen last night - and I was totally bowled over. His rapport with his backing group, and with all of us sitting out there in the wind and drizzle, was warm, light and respectful - and his performance beguiling and emotionally powerful.
The whole thing is a very professional, well-rehearsed operation (you can find video from this tour all over YouTube) but he makes it seem immediate yet unhurried: a star with humility. I really don't resent contributing to his pension fund!
