Hawksley Workman Did Not Plagiarize Leonard Cohen

New York, NY (Top40 Charts/ Shore Fire Media) - Though Hawksley Workman's debut 'For Him and the Girls' was first released over a decade ago, it's finally out now in the U.S. The album's jubilant songs highlight Hawksley's incredible talent for versatile and hard-hitting writing. On "Sweet Hallelujah," the Toronto-based crooner stretches his vocal range and weaves in everything from subdued piano melodies to foot-stomping guitar riffs into a masterful tapestry of sound. Download "Sweet Hallelujah" from 'For Him and the Girls' here: https://bit.ly/sweet_hallelujah

When 'For Him And The Girls' was first released, "Sweet Hallelujah" provoked an interestingly accusatory response from listeners: "the word 'hallelujah' is huge and lovely," explains Hawksley. "It's funny that in our growing secularized landscape I received some criticism at the time for plagiarizing Leonard Cohen for the use of that word... I always thought that was funny."

Hawksley's recent U.S. tour drew critical praise for his innovative performance style and gave fans a preview of what's to come with the release of new material in 2010.

About Hawksley Workman:
Hawksley Workman is an internationally renowned singer-songwriter based in Toronto, Canada. His instrumental and vocal talents have drawn acclaim from publications such as Pitchfork and Rolling Stone. He is known for writing, recording, and producing his own music, as well as many other musicians' throughout his career.
For Him And The Girls
(Isadora Records)

1. Maniacs
2. No Sissies
3. Sad House Daddy
4. Tarantulove
5. Sweet Hallelujah
6. Bullets
7. Don't Be Crushed
8. Stop Joking Around
9. All Of Us Kids
10. Safe and Sound
11. Paper Shoes
12. Baby This Night
13. No More Named Johnny
14. Beautiful and Natural

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