(reproduced from http://www.musicforgrown-ups.com) Leonard Cohen in London: Hallelujah! Death-bed scene: “Well, Dad, that’s the money sorted out: you seem to have blown most of it on live music. As a matter of interest, what were your top five gigs?” I think I’d have to include last night’s London l...

Would Lenny fill O2 (20,000 seats)?

I have my doubts: I don't think even Dylan would fill it. And why isn't Neil Young playing there on his next London trip?

Hello John Roundhouse holds abt 2,000 (standing). I went for first time last month (to see Morrissey) and was mightily impressed. Acoustics, sight lines, services - food, bogs etc, high quality of the refurb - all are A1. Gig intimate though played to a biggish auditorium. Roundhouse raises the game...

Preferred London venue: Jazz Cafe. But rather unlikely - holds about 500. Next best: 1. Roundhouse 2. Festival Hall 3. Barbican Hall 4. Shepherd's Bush Empire 5. Brixton Academy 6. Theatre Royal Acceptable, but only just: 1. Hammersmith "whatever-it's-called-these-days" Wild horses couldn'...