I know its the second Leonard Cohen song, but deal with it. It's a sad day when you realize that music really just isn't what it used to be. No one sings about the types of things songwriters like Cohen, Dylan or Lennon did anymore, granted they were in a different day and age. Anyone who tries to attempt their subtle yet insightful lyrics and somber melodies these days for the most part falls flat on their face, and comes across all too self righteous and contrived.
The reason I picked this song for today though is because I came across a cover The Walkmen did of it for a Daytrotter session. Listening to the bands rendition of the song, and thinking about their music in general, really made me realize that they are the closest thing we've got to these previous masters. They sing songs and make music for the old souls who are still out there, it's really a timeless approach, and one that I relate to more then most other music period.
The Walkmen have two separate sessions on Daytrotter, the first, which includes their cover of Cohen's "The Old Revolution," is comprised of all Cohen covers. The second is a bunch of Neil Hagerty covers. You can freely (and legally) download both sets. Enjoy.
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