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Revolution Orchestra to perform music by Leonard Cohen, Paul Simon, and from ‘Psycho’ • Nov. 9, 2026, 1:02 PM ET (Jerusalem Post)
Leonard Cohen lives on as his son and grandson mark 10 years since singer's death • Nov. 3, 2026, 6:41 AM ET (CTV News)
Ten years after his death, Leonard Cohen is feted with dance, song and readings • Oct. 23, 2026, 6:00 AM ET (Globe and Mail)

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Also Known As Leonard Norman Cohen
Born September 21, 1934 • Montreal • Canada
Died November 7, 2016 (aged 82) • Los Angeles • Canada
Awards And Honors Grammy Award (2018) • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum (2008) • Grammy Award (2007)
Notable Works “Death of a Ladies’ Man” • “Famous Blue Raincoat” • “I’m Your Man” • “Live in London” • “Old Ideas” • “You Want It Darker”

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Leonard Cohen performs on stage with an acoustic guitar and a microphone at the Fete de l'Humanite festival in France, 1974.
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