Anana Kaye’s “There Is A War” Speaks to the Moment
Anana Kaye starts 2026 off with her take on Leonard Cohen’s “There Is A War,” which is set to release on February 5 via Meridian (ECR Music Group). Instead of trying to emulate the original, Kaye’s take is more akin to a dialogue between eras, reworking the song with a modern heartbeat. The song is a follow-up to “Cordelia,” which brought renewed global interest to the artist and received significant Apple Music promotion, including a multi-week spot on the platform’s New In Alternative playlist. Kaye is known for her ability to find a balance between emotional depth and intimacy, and she’s brought that to the table on “There Is A War,” which was created with longtime collaborator and producer Irakli Gabriel. The song is a preview of a forthcoming record that Kaye is working on, one that’s centered on tension and contrast, much like the world we’re living in today. Kaye treated Cohen’s song with obvious respect but room for reinterpretation. Rather than trying to emulate a pre-existing...
