The biggest news in February with the name “Cohen” attached to it has to be the Feb 2 birth of Lorca Cohen’s baby, who’s biological father is Rufus Wainwright. Welcome to the world, Canadian Folk superbaby!
But in SF, another Cohen is doing some very strong work. Also a member of Bay Area outfit, The Fresh & Onlys, Tim Cohen is a busy guy. His new full-length, Magic Trick, is quite strong. While remaining mostly allegiant to many of the decades-old San Fran sounds of jangly psychedelia, this guy really makes it his, and this album might be one of the best of it’s kind to ever come out of NoCal.
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Watch their fabulous performance of ‘Can’t Get You Out Of My Head’ below.
Enjoy ‘All The Lovers’ & ‘Don’t Go Breaking My Heart’ AFTER THE JUMP…
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Earlier today, I chatted with Rufus Wainwright. Here’s our full exchange:
1. Was Lulu your most challenging album to record?
This album is a reaction to personal tragedy and also personal exhaustion from doing these operas and doing all these tours and visiting my mom in the hospital. It’s definitely a darker record.
2. Can you explain Lulu‘s myriad Shakespeare references?
A year ago, I worked with Robert Wilson on ten Shakespeare sonnets. He’s a very famous & respected American director. I picked out the three I enjoyed the most. It’s a glimpse into one of the many Wainwright avenues.
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