Everybody knows, Leonard

I knew the deep husky low tones of Everybody knows from the caner advertisements.

I knew of the song Hallelujah sung by many an artist.

I was told that both of these songs had Leonard Cohen as their creator and singer.

With this vast knowledge of Leonard Cohen I headed off to his Songs of love and hate world tour with my father and brother and a friend last night.

I am at a loss at where to start.

I went to a concert that wasn't the Wiggles or Playschool!

I have never been to Acer arena so that in itself was an experience - it is massive! I also learnt probably best to bring your own snacks - $7 for a chocolate!

The support act was fantastic. Clare Bowditch. Beautiful voice and a little quirky. I was even more impressed when I learnt she had twins, she seemed to be embracing life.

Then on skipped Leonard.

He does have an amazing low voice and a beautiful way with words. He recited a poem at one point, silence beside his deep voice, a thousand kisses deep.

There were some amazing musicians too. One guy seemed to be able to play anything, especially wind instruments. Great guitar soloists.

Three encores. I never get encores, one maybe but three!? Some people left after the first one. After four hours I guess they assumed the concert was over!!

It has made me realise that music is a good thing to have in our lives. It just adds something.

I had a great night out, thanks Dad.