The Mirror — The late musician's manager said the star's passing was "sudden, unexpected and peaceful" more info

Stereogum — Leonard Cohen died last week. Although he had been open about his recent health problems, no official cause of death was given. But now, as The New York Times reports, Cohen’s manager Robert B. Kory has offered some details. “Leonard Cohen died d... more info

Consequence of Sound — “The death was sudden, unexpected and peaceful.” more info

JamBase — My Morning Jacket frontman Jim James mixed originals and covers last night as he began a solo tour in Boston. more info

New York Times — Mr. Cohen, who was known for working slowly, had picked up the pace considerably in recent years. His manager said he died in his sleep after a fall. more info

LargeHeartedBoy — BuzzFeed shared an excerpt from Michael Chabon's new novel Moonglow. Stereogum ranked Leonard Cohen albums. 27 "best books of 2016" lists were added to the master aggregation at Largehearted Boy yesterday (bringing the total number to 112), including... more info

Detroit Free Press — Leonard Cohen did it best, but which artist among more than 300 covers deserves props?             more info

Consequence of Sound — Two songwriting geniuses discuss their craft and Leonard Cohen. more info

Stereogum — Several years ago, The Atlantic published a controversial essay by a healthy, middle-aged oncologist who hoped to die at 75. Among his reasons — the pain and physical deterioration that accompanies old age, a disinterest in subjecting himself to th... more info

USA Today Music — No, she didn't sing 'Hallelujah.'             more info