ENCORE PERFORMANCE: 'LEONARD COHEN: I'M YOUR MAN' w/ Perla Batalla
Summary
Perla Bataya discusses her Grammy-nominated career and deep friendship with Leonard Cohen, recounting how she joined his band in 1988 after a chance introduction. She reflects on Cohen’s disciplined artistry, their personal bond, and the emotional weight of performing his music, including her new tribute album. Bataya also offers a critical perspective on the documentary *I Am Your Man*, arguing that the film’s editing undermines the raw power of the original concert performances.
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