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Focusing on the creation and enduring legacy of Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah," this account explores its transformation from a little-known song to a widely beloved classic. The book features new material to coincide with a documentary about Cohen, highlighting the song's impact on music and culture. Alan Light offers insight into the song's making, its remakes, and the reasons behind its remarkable popularity, making it a compelling read for fans and music enthusiasts alike.
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The Holy or the Broken, Alan Light
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- Released
- 2022
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- Title
- The Holy or the Broken
- Subtitle
- Leonard Cohen, Jeff Buckley, and the Unlikely Ascent of Hallelujah
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Alan Light
- Publisher
- Atria Books
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 320
- ISBN13
- 9781982141363
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Art & Culture, Historical Themes, True Stories, Biographies, Music Theme, Culture and Society, Popular Culture
- Rating
- 3.8 out of 5
- Description
- Focusing on the creation and enduring legacy of Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah," this account explores its transformation from a little-known song to a widely beloved classic. The book features new material to coincide with a documentary about Cohen, highlighting the song's impact on music and culture. Alan Light offers insight into the song's making, its remakes, and the reasons behind its remarkable popularity, making it a compelling read for fans and music enthusiasts alike.