Thanks! Good thing he was 127, so there are lots of songs today. Rest in Peace and Thank You Mr. Redbone!

L E O N R E D B O N E -..please do not ever leave that 1930's time-warp that you live in ...thanks for taking us there with you....

I've loved Leon Redbone since the 70's. His style has been aptly described as a category unto itself. His Christmas album is without a doubt the best ever.

I have liked Leon Redbone since I was in High school, and it was unpopular to like such artists. I didn't give a Damn what people thought then, and I don't care 40 years later.

Mr. Redbone announced on youtube 8 - 9 months ago, due to increasing problems with long term health problems, he was no longer performing. Sad news. We are lucky to live in his lifetime, as are all the people of multiple generations to which he introduced this great music, and his perfect style and talent. We are lucky to always have his music.

@infledermaus

7 жыл бұрын

ChaSquared Yeah, that's too bad. Truly one of a kind. When his first album came out, the local station played a couple of cuts. I was hooked. Went right out a bought it! I had a couple others, but I can't remember which. I love the genres he specializes in, I love his voice, I love his guitar, and his look. A perfect ensemble wrapped up in one man. Sad to know he won't be producing anymore music. I hope that his health improves whether he returns to stage & studio or not. I hope his health issues are not terminal. I will be very sad on the day he goes so I hope he doesn't.

@acousticshadow4032

5 жыл бұрын

Yup, saw Leon in New Hampshire just before those "long term health problems" overwhelmed him. Don't think he addressed the audience once that night. Completely Snookered. Smashed. Was my first/last LR concert, and I was giddy like a kid on Christmas Eve prior to the show. What a disappointment.

@walterglowacki2185

5 жыл бұрын

@@acousticshadow4032 Funny you said that he was the same way in 2013 in Pennsylvania concert he had his large glass on bourbon next to him and was hard to understand!

@TheNeeenha

4 жыл бұрын

I was watching one of his videos when he posted it...I'll miss him..thankfully we have his beautiful music anytime we want

Leon Redbone was a true showman. Sad to hear of his health struggles and his retirement, but SO thankful for the technology that makes it possible to enjoy his music for many years to come. Thank you, sir, for the pleasure you have given to so many, and my best wishes for a long and pleasant retirement.

Of course that was Johnny Carson.....! Leon Redbone is from another world....this man is so bloody good at what he does....he is impeccable...so very talented....off the charts as far as I'm concerned....seen him a few times and what a treat every time....thanks for posting this...!

Hearing Leon always lightens my day. What a gift he was to music lovers!

I always thought Leon was completely Under-Rated as a Guitarist, as an Arranger, a Revisionist and an Anachronistic salute to the Edwardian era from an american point of view...

@mark1952able

5 жыл бұрын

David; I'm with you!

@madmoran1029

5 жыл бұрын

David, master word smith, I too am with you.

@sandraleepitts

5 жыл бұрын

truer words couldn't be more true

That is some smokin' live Leon! w/ an ace band behind... Cashdollar!

Became an instant fan of Leon Redbone after seeing him on Saturday Night Live. The highlight came for me when I saw him at The Ryman in 2009 when he opened for John Prine. He brought recollections of a better time. He will always live on in his songs.

@lawabidingcitizen2323

4 жыл бұрын

make that 2010 at The Ryman...getting old and forgetful

AUTHENTICALLY ORIGINAL and GENUINELY the ONE & ONLY ~ Leon Redbone cannot be copied! LOVE 'em! Peace to Ya!

Wonderfully incredible! And with Cindy Cashdollar.! Most beautiful blue eyes in the world!

fantastic. Gift from heaven above.love it so brings me to tears.

I really do like this gent!! Wish I had a complete collection.

It's 7:47 AM on a wednesday morning and i'm dancing around my apartment in my bathrobe. Thank you Mr. Redbone for getting my day started off the right way.

Love his voice easy listening and smooth .

Leon was always great. That’s Cindy Cashdollar on dobro.

Timeless performer. Leon would've fit in perfectly a century ago (and if you believe him, he was there a century ago).

Leon: rest in peace with the knowledge that you will live on with so many of us for our lives, and forever.

what a huge treat

Still enjoying Mr. Redbone tonight. I remember him on Johnny Carson.

My dad had his albums as a kid and i new a few of his songs brings me back. R.I.P. brother leon.

A friend of mine said this was this first time he remembers seeing Leon Redbone. He has 6 of Leon's albums. He reminds me of the songs that my Grandfather used to sing. My Grandfather was in a dance band when he was young. Great memories this brings.

That was indeed the great Johnny Carson. All the late night guys are simply pale imitations of Carson. And you don't see talented people like Leon Redbone very often either. Not to mention Cindy Cashdollar backing him on the Dobro. Lots of talent on that stage!

this is a great performer, enjoy.....

I have never liked old-time jazz, but Leon's voice, style, and ability to make me tap my foot and hummm along is more than worthwhile. I'd say he's more of a blues-jazz-ragtime singer/songwriter.

@wininboy Yep! That's Boeddinghaus; and Scott Black on, cornet! :-)

Love it

love a muted trumpet also

clarinet is superb...cashdollar on the dobro is great back up to leon

I have noticed that the comments posted by Redbone fans I just that much more intelligent mature and appreciative then the run-of-the-mill KZread post. Leon Redbone may just very well bring out the best in people

Got to hear it!

He made the best Christmas album by far. It’s called Christmas island and if you have not heard you’re missing something special. He has Dr. John with him on a couple of songs.

Leon Redbone is GREAT!

An American treasure...... Mr. Redbone...I tip my hat to you sir.....

@agoldberg2001

7 жыл бұрын

He was from Canada., but shall be considered as American treasure for sure

@folderB2

7 жыл бұрын

isn't Canada in America?

@gaddkeltner

7 жыл бұрын

no...just their Stanley Cup for many years now............

@agoldberg2001

7 жыл бұрын

Billydotcom folderB Canada and USA - are two different countries.

@madmoran1029

5 жыл бұрын

Ahaha it is rumoured he migrated to Canada. He is so enigmatic and wont confirm or deny. But a Earth treasure to be sure. I love that my 9 year old can be caught singing poly waddle doodle with a Redbone twang to his voice.

AMAZING TALENT RIP.....

He would never have done it, but it’s a shame he never released a collection of Blind Blake covers. He recorded “Champagne Charlie” and “Diddie Wa Diddie,” but listen to the quick intro to “Mr. Jelly Roll” - it jumps like Blake on a sunny day. No on else I’ve heard could pull it off. There are lots of people who play this music, it often sounds campy. Not him - he was a great artist. RIP.

You will never find better .............

rip to a great showman!

I'd love to see Leon Redbone do a piece with Tom Waits. Redbone is an anachronist genius leaning towards the past and Waits is an anachronist prodigy who came back from the future.

@d.aardent9382

8 жыл бұрын

+mellkiades whoa that would be a great duo to see what theyd come up with.

@debrastevenson9933

8 жыл бұрын

+mellkiades My two all time favorites here on earth!!! What a jam that would be...

a National Treasure...

Miss you Bobby!

with, the great, Cindy Cashdollar on dobro!

Wonderful!! Thank you so much for posting these. What a band... This even has the great David Boeddinghaus on the piano, right?

Weird title...’A late night talk show’...more like THE Definitive late night talk show. Why not mention Johnny???

@rdornbi

3 жыл бұрын

Didn’t want to send up a copyright flare to a particular network.

I do believe that's the great Cindy Cashdollar on dobro!

Cindy cashdollar on slide guitar is fantastic!

Was that Johnny Carson? If it was, tell me "Heeeeeeeeeeeeeere's Johnny!" No really, was that Johnny Carson?

@martinaxman: The slide player is Cindy Cashdollar, frequent on Redbone´s records.

I always think the clarinet should wait a bit. That's just me; Leon saves it. 😃

Cindy also played some dates with the Hot Club of Cowtown

Leon was Frank Zappa in disguise

@donnaluke4103

5 жыл бұрын

Lonesome Crow i always thought he was groucho marx reborn

Cindy Cashdollar. I was about to get upset if she didn't get a solo. She's so cool.

I agree Ernie

Cindy also worked some dates with the Hot Club of Cowtown that made a very interesting gig.

bobby gordon clarinet, scott black cornet, dave boedinghaus piano, ????

@charlesjordan8364

7 жыл бұрын

Cindy Cashdollar dobro

I'd love to know who that slide player is. She's amazing and obviously loves her work. I think this Carson show is the first time I ever saw Leon.Once you hear him you can never go back.

@pborgia1

Жыл бұрын

That is Cindy Cashdollar she is about the best dobro and steel guitar player around. She is on several of Leon's albums and lots of Nashville produced music.

I saw him in L.A. back in 78. It's hard to be white and funky.

@carver3419

6 жыл бұрын

"... It's hard to be white and funky." No it's not ... You're just not movin' in the right circles ...

My resolution's a little low - is that Cindy Cashdollar on slide?

You cut out the interview..... is it on KZread somwehre?

@rdornbi

3 жыл бұрын

That’s all I had on the VHS, sorry.

Does anyone know the names of those in his band?

almost a religious experience

captivating.....what? yea? huh? yea i was getting ready to say something bad bout this video....but ..i ......uhhh.....yea captivating.

Go back in time and buy a stereo VCR.

@shosit I have the CD.

is that Cindy Cashdollar on dobro?

@rdornbi

2 жыл бұрын

Yes

no audio

How about that Coke Bottle in the trumpet? Man, it just dont get much better than Leon and the gang. Would like to see Squidward Tentacles sit in on a set with his Clarinet stylings though.

The interview i saw made me think leon and groucho were related.

And kdLang with him????

what year is this? i thought Johnny Carson retired BEFORE CDs were invented...

@depaola63

5 жыл бұрын

Johnny left in May 1992....CD's were out in 1985...( I am 55 now and bought a player for $400 when they come out !! Classic Leon Redbone here !

kinda a nice change from a sax

“On a late night talk show” ????!!!!!!

@rdornbi

3 жыл бұрын

The networks scour (or at least used to) for key words of their intellectual property. Just trying to fly under the radar for everyone’s enjoyment. Thank God I never tossed those VHS tapes.

@tcbanjo

3 жыл бұрын

@@rdornbi ahhhh yes! Smart!! I didn’t think of that, you’re right. Or as Ed would’ve said, “You are correct sir..” ;-}

FRANKS ALTER EGO.......HMMMMMMMMMMMM

And to think that a cretin like Bieber gets millions of views. Fuck all our lives.

Elbow, YAWN.

Not audible.