he was one of the very best and most underappreciated musicians of all time

@louismachado7313

3 жыл бұрын

I agree 100%. He was the most laid back mello artist of all time. Played the Ivory's better than any other Rock and Soul player could. RIP Leon.

@cyclo1224

3 жыл бұрын

In my opinion there was NO ONE more prolific in the 70s

@johnnymisbegotten

3 жыл бұрын

@@cyclo1224 the 60s too

@Juliamiller56

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you YES HE WAS!!!

@Juliamiller56

3 жыл бұрын

Most definitely

I've seen EVERYONE live, but when I saw Leon Russell sing Masquerade with Edgar Winter on alto sax in a Toronto night club I knew I was experiencing the most transcendental musical moment of my life. ... Elton John is absolutely right to regard Leon as a musical God.

@Coastwiser

Жыл бұрын

Is there any video of that show?

@moeball740

10 ай бұрын

One of the greatest moments for me was seeing Leon at the BUT (Belly Up Tavern) several years ago. A Song For You is just sublime! To top it off, in the middle of his concert Johnny Rivers walked on stage so they did a few of Johnny's hits like Secret Agent Man and Slow Dancing (Swaying to the Music).

@doricetimko5403

10 ай бұрын

I’ve loved him since I was a young pre-teen. So grateful that my parents loved and exposed me to a range of musicians and musical styles.

@worrisomehats500

4 ай бұрын

It's true, Elton John marked Leon as his role model

@zoocru67

3 ай бұрын

If you ever heard his catalog, which luckily I did as a child. You can hear the influence he had on Elton John. Just love him RIP Leon

There was just something about Leon that made me love him & everything he sang. The younger generation that hasn't heard of him are certainly missing out on his genius. Thanks Don for uploading this video.

There's no way anyone could mistake his voice for someone else, unique, a lovely voice, to be jealous of.

@josevilla1288

5 ай бұрын

Que crande Leon siempre te recordaremos

Priceless talent with a twenty dollar sustain pedal. RIP Leon. We love you.

Saw him first during the Joe Cocker "Mad Dogs and Englishmen" tour. The impression that Leon made on stage, though he was a "sideman," is indelible. The show was at San Francisco's Winterland. Van Morrison, just after his "Moondance" LP, was second bill. I'm almost 73-years-old. That show was the greatest of the three best shows I ever saw. The Beatles (Chicago's International Amphitheater; August, 1966), because of their being idols of mine, and Bob Marley and the Wailers (Santa Barbara County Bowl; May, 1976) were the other two. Because of having seen these live shows, I consider myself very fortunate.

RIP Leon Russell... Mercy You Were One In A Million...

@geraldjensen9399

3 жыл бұрын

I'm with you Angie

@jakeyccc5788

3 жыл бұрын

My miss you

First met Leon at Muscle Shoals Sound in 1970. Will not ever forget for I worked with him in 1972 onward. He will be forever in my thoughts. God be with you,,,.rest in peace eternally!!!!

@rossscott1922

Жыл бұрын

This song 🎶 bring back old memories, still listening in 2023 He have a soulful voice! This is my favorite song 🎶 so tell me are you a fan of Leon Russell…?

@zoocru67

Ай бұрын

Wow!! Cool story.. lucky you!!!

❤️I actually cried when I heard of his passing, so many memories from my youth❤️

@rossscott1922

Жыл бұрын

This song 🎶 bring back old memories, still listening in 2023 He have a soulful voice! This is my favorite song 🎶 so tell me are you a fan of Leon Russell…?

@MistofTime

4 күн бұрын

I certainly am. love him and his music. lady Blue. ahhhhh

One of the greatest and most talented musicians in the world!

Leon was one of the coolest humans ever

@m.a.c.8366

5 жыл бұрын

so true, a very unique individual with immense musical talent....RIP Leon Russell

@carylachman8370

4 жыл бұрын

YOU GOT THAT RIGHT

@pattizinkan7403

4 жыл бұрын

I love Leon

@jameshuseby6290

4 жыл бұрын

Sure was and smooth

@raymocopo7340

4 жыл бұрын

Word.

how do u categorize Leon Russell? This man did everything, everywhere for everybody...what a talent. RIP.

@johnrosier1686

Жыл бұрын

Someone said you could get jazz, blues, gospel, honky tonk, and rock ‘n roll all in one song.

@mplsmark222

10 ай бұрын

An Artist. All this hip hop crap and the people that create it, call it art and themselves artists. Leon is what a true artist is.

THAT BEAT is soooo deceptively laid back it's unbelievably cooooooool! Leon was the man, there can be no doubt.

Had no idea he wrote superstar what a great song I won a contest singing that song. Thank you Leon rest in peace brother

I personally believe that there are lots of folks in the R-N-roll hall of fame who got a lot of inspiration from Mr Russell!!He was one of a kind!!

@coreyzimmerman9782

Жыл бұрын

He influenced so many generations .........people just don't understand the depth of his talent......RIP

@michaelrhodes9294

Жыл бұрын

👍👍👍👍👍👍

Love this man and his music ,never be another like him

@user-jo1pf3hm5y

5 ай бұрын

You are right he's awesome su h a talent

He was such a cool and genuine human being!! RIP LEGEND !!🙏

@rossscott1922

Жыл бұрын

This song 🎶 bring back old memories, still listening in 2023 He have a soulful voice! This is my favorite song 🎶 so tell me are you a fan of Leon Russell…?

One of the incomparable artists of my lifetime.

I first saw Leon in 1972 at the Boston Tea Party I was 20 years old it was the beginning of a life long enjoyment of following his music and lyrics I never really enjoyed piano in rock music until Leon opened my eyes and mostly my ears to it. I saw him some 40 years for the last time when he played in Foxborough Massachusetts at the Patriots stadium in a small venue I sat two booths from him and it was the closest I sat next to him and his piano he played for almost two hours of the most entertaining music I’ve ever heard and I’m 68 now and have seen my share of rock since the mid 60s I thank the music Gods for letting me grow up and live through Leon’s music career I’ll never forget you Leon I still listen to him on Vinyl and CD. He tickled the Ivory like no other from Rock to Love music. If you remember the Wedding Album a great Love Album, still tears me up to this day. Thank you my man for all the wonderful song you played and music you have written that so many never new you wrote to help other people become famous. And yes to who ever it was that made the comment that Elton Jon helped him finish his career where he deserved to be at the top. Rest In Peace music man. A forever fan Tom Soyden

@aam9283

Жыл бұрын

dang, you nailed it. he was a talent. Not to be forgotten, most of us just go to work and retire, his music will live forever.

@tennesseecherokee

11 ай бұрын

Tom Soyden…. Your epitaph for Leon is perfect. There’s really nothing else one could say to celebrate this man’s life & gifts to music. Thank you~

The most awesome performer, writer, singer, arranger, beautiful person !

@davidcapeheart7435

7 жыл бұрын

first heard him 1976 awesome singer

@plabbbabbla

7 жыл бұрын

I heard him around l970 due to a sibling's album. I eventually bought them all, saw him 3 times, splendid, nice gentleman. Very sweet guy.

@balerjohnson3099

7 жыл бұрын

'76 for me also . There was this bass player who was my friends dad who played us all these records including Leon . Great days indeed .

@JTReachingNewHeights

6 жыл бұрын

Yes he was. We met once and he couldn't have been more gracious. I loved the man.

@Juliamiller56

6 жыл бұрын

I've adored him for most of my life

My 15 yr old boyfriend turned me on toLeon in 1972 -how lucky was I to have this inform and inspire my musical and creative sensibilities

Love You Leon... you are missed in many hearts... I'm fortunate to have met him in New York City at the Lone Star Cafe what a wonderful person an extraordinary musician and arranger. By far my favorite of all time..!

@johnnygrossman7440

3 жыл бұрын

Leon Russell truly was a class act...a phenomenal singer who will forever be missed. His raw voice reminds me of Kaz Bielinski's "Love Never Dies"...you'll love it as much as I do if you love Leon Russell! Listen here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZKqj1cyfqaW-erA.html

I’m so glad I was lucky enough to see him at a small club near Pittsburgh in the 80s. And so glad that through the magic of music he will be remembered and LOVED for all time. May God bless you and yours always, Leon!💝💝💝

I love him so much. Makes me cry 😢😢

Crushed hard on Leon for years. Saw him twice. I love you Leon 🌹

I grew up listening to Leon Russell. My father was a big music buff. I carried on his love for music and Leon in particular. 🫶

This was my first exposure of Leon at 16 years old, the next day I went out and bought his greatest hits album. Fast forward 30 years, I've seen you live numerous times, have autographs on CDs and a baseball cap, met your beautiful daughter in Houston and have a Leon Russell Pandora channel. RIP, Leon, you are and will always be missed.

@thomassternberg2510

2 жыл бұрын

Where can I view some footage of him playing electric guitar???

@ZootSuitCooter

2 жыл бұрын

@@thomassternberg2510 Are you asking me? I've never seen him play anything but a piano.

@Paldasan

Жыл бұрын

@@thomassternberg2510 There's a video on here of the Mad Dogs tour performing With a Little Help that has him on guitar.

@MistofTime

4 күн бұрын

​@@ZootSuitCooter guitar. piano. sax. trumpet

Seen Leon back in 1972 at The New Haven Arena, New Haven, Ct. Wow, what a show! He and his Bass player Carl Radle had just played "The Concert for Bangladesh" with George Harrison a few months prior. What a piano player Leon is as well as singer/ songwriter! 🤗🤎🎹🎅🏿

Saw him in Pittsburgh in 1971. One of my life's real highlights.

@clydewilliams5943

Ай бұрын

So did I -Loved it...

I'm just in a Leon kind of mood tonight watching a lot of his stuff. Never heard him do this before. This song by Danny O'Keefe came out in 1972 I just graduated from college in Omaha and stayed in town and got a job. Everyone I hung with also graduated....and left town. After a few months, I couldn't take it anymore, quit the job and took off hitchhiking and ended up on Cape Cod. This was pretty much my theme song and said it all for me at that time. Beautiful song with such a haunting feeling to it.

@Blkojo

Жыл бұрын

Great song. I play it on guitar.

More soul in his little finger than most have in their whole body. Google cool, and you'll see Leon. RIP Great One!

@Juliamiller56

6 жыл бұрын

buckfan1969 YES sir! Most definitely YES

@amyspiegel8010

2 жыл бұрын

I love Leon, he touches my heart

Saw Mad Dogs and Englishmen at the Fillmore East in 1970. We saw EVERYONE there, but Leon, Joe & the entire troupe were otherworldly. Sold My Soul To Rock 'N' Roll! Miss that Band so; especially the back-up Gals. Whew! " 20 ft. from Stardom"?? Space Captains one and all...R.I.P. So glad Leon was inducted into the Hall of Fame. Great show.

@TheSchmidty63

3 жыл бұрын

Anyone know what Leon & Cocker's falling out was about after the falling out after the wild success of Mad Dogs & Englishmen?

@jukeboxgraduate

3 жыл бұрын

As I recall, I saw someone from the tour interviewed- can't remember if it was one of the female back-up singers, or...nonetheless, to paraphrase: Leon eventually took over the entire "production" of the tour, and as Joe became more and more "ineffectual", and unable to assert his vision; his playlist; his drinking became prohibitively alarming! He was dooming his performances, and no one stepped in to "encourage" him/or Leon to augment things- for the sake of the Tour. The shows were so spectacular, I don't think most fans felt there was a big problem. That was Leon's greatness, however. He surely was a Master of Space and Time, and already a legendary icon -across so many musical genres, and with so many artists. It was no secret that he eventually took over, but in hindsight, many "critics' wrote of their shock that this would be a surprise to anyone - least of all to Joe's personal band. Joe will forever be remembered as a Rock 'n' Roll original. Sad for Joe that Leon was a seasoned steamroller, and unintentionally caused Joe to be underappreciated. I asked Leon to sign "Hummingbird" on my tee, and he was kind enough to comply. I am grateful I got to see him when Elton made a push to get him out on the road, again. What a gift ! May they ALL rest in PEACE!!

I'll always ❤️ Leon. Something real special about that man.

Let’s hear it for this band! Dear Lord, they were good. Did brother Leon justice. He is sorely missed. I dearly love this man.

how can you NOT thumbs up Leon. God bless you sweet soul, we miss you so damned much

Big heart for this guy, Leon was a wonderful friend to many and I fell for his music first time I heard his unique voice and style.

Loved Leon since i was 12 yrs old..im now 62.He is at the top of his gang since he started. RIP Leon...love ya always!

@intuneorange

4 жыл бұрын

In this context it was better without the horns and the loud of Paul shaffer no offense to Bruce kappeler and the gang

@bluesborn

4 жыл бұрын

me and you might be ridin' the same train - mine pulled out in September '58 and it's still rollin' along but is only doing about 1/4 it's original speed!. I also heard Leon around that age. I think Delta Lady may have been the first one I heard.

@joanpeaden813

4 жыл бұрын

You said it! I want to hear Him

@doricetimko5403

9 ай бұрын

Same

First saw Leon Russell w/ Joe Cocker's "Maddogs and Englishmen" tour in 1970, been a rabid fan since. Rest in Peace, Brother Leon.

@accountingdepartment6893

4 жыл бұрын

NICE!! I can say the same exact thing and time when I came a fan!! Can say I have seen him 20 plus times ever since. Last time almost 5 years ago and can say he was most favorite in history.

@chlynn13b92

4 жыл бұрын

@@accountingdepartment6893 Are you in any FB music groups. We have a few for Leon. One is here: facebook.com/groups/169089514073/

@rikdun69

4 жыл бұрын

Ditto for me in April 1970 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. A few years ago, in Little Rock, Arkansas right before his death, I got him to autograph my ticket stub from that April 1970 show.

@freakbennett2263

4 жыл бұрын

me too, àt a Warehouse in Nawlins, saw Him a little later at Pistol Pete Assembly Center àt LSU, each and every time I saw him, he was a Phenomenal Show Man, jus sayin ¡😎¡

Thank you. I never saw this before now.

Great music. Interview- too funny, LOL😂🤣

My very first concert think around 76.. Santana was back up Band. Leon had the whole Ensemble.. horns..girls etc.. I was standing sometimes 15 feet away. Remember it like yesterday. Minneapolis.. 3 dollars.. Kids now days missed it. Those days will never return, nor the talented Musicians. Thanks for the memories Mr. Russel RIP

@fougee1

Жыл бұрын

You got that right the kids today will never know. Glad I lived through the good times too.

Wrote “Superstar”, my favorite by The Carpenters. When asked by an interviewer which version of “Superstar” he liked most, Leon Russell said “I have always been a huge fan of Karen Carpenter. The Carpenters loved Russell so much, they covered two of his other songs “A Song For You” and “This Masquerade”.

Leon was the nicest guy I ever met. I was 18 or so. He invited me to his house on Brookside and I went. So glad I did.

@tombrown8829

3 жыл бұрын

He liked my hotrod Mercury comet. Took him for a blast down Peoria. He loved it.

Wonderful. Thanks, Leon. You were amazing, and you are missed.

@rossscott1922

Жыл бұрын

This song 🎶 bring back old memories, still listening in 2023 He have a soulful voice! This is my favorite song 🎶 so tell me are you a fan of Leon Russell…?

I named my son after him.

@JanaCoffman-lx1nh

2 ай бұрын

God Bless you and your Son. Leon is a great name. Think about letting him learn the Piano. Music was second nature to Leon and a constant companion from a young age. Again, God Bless!! 🌻🌻❤️🌻🌻

this man was rock n roll...........but he was also country.......he was also bluesy........on so many records we aren't aware of, and a body of work of his own that makes one's jaw drop. Fans know he could blow out the lights with much of his music, and then offer up a This Masquerade, A Song for You, and more, what an ear for ballads...........miss the man, thank goodness we have video, cd's music files, LP's, etc

@rod9545

11 ай бұрын

He to me, is the godfather of the Tulsa Sound. A blending of rock, country, blues and even maybe some deep fried southern rock. The pride of Tulsa regarding musical legends!!

This is how I want to remember Leon..He has always been the master musician!

@raymocopo7340

4 жыл бұрын

And, incredibly cool dude.

Love you. Miss you. One of a kind.

Good time Charlie... wow! Coming back to this video, what a song!

Letterman had the best musicians. Glad we had our time. The ones that are featured on late night shows now, I know nothing about them and most bore me.

Oh my. Two of my favorites. Saw Leon in the early 70s, FELL IN LOVE. I remember Letterman early on with his record player skits, and FELL IN LOVE. Life long fan of both. Miss them both so much. RIP Leon. Wish Lettermans new show was more accessible.

RIP Leon Heaven has a great Rock and Roll band Just imagine ✌❤ I loved Letterman and still miss Darlene Love at Xmas It was a tradition of mine for long time

Love him so much. His voice hit me right in the heart. Warm remembrance. Then and now. Xoxo. Never forget you.

Met him in Las Vegas at the Orleans. He was gracious and did not disappoint. Simply a great artist.

@plabbbabbla

7 жыл бұрын

Lucky you, he was splendid.

I so appreciate you sharing this piece of history

R.I.P Leon Russell. You'll always be a Legend & your music will live ever.

One of the underappreciated masters,

@chlynn13b92

5 жыл бұрын

Oh I think he was appreciated by many. Certainly other musicians. He just wasn't one to seek the limelight.

@deanjohnson7513

4 жыл бұрын

He was an amazing talent. Even Sir Elton John knew it.

@robertmckoy1085

3 жыл бұрын

Gleeful tears of joy . Love ya leon

He was one of a kind and sorely missed.

This blows me away! I was lucky enough to to see him at a small venue in Manhattan called the Lone star cafe way back in the early 80's. He was magnificent

@raymocopo7340

4 жыл бұрын

The Lone Star on 5th was a great club.

R.I.P. LEON, YOU MADE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE, COUSIN FIGEL

Got to see him 11 times. Loved everyone of them.

@luminol

3 жыл бұрын

What was some of the best experiences in your opinion and did he play A SONG FOR YOU?

@bugmandu1

3 жыл бұрын

@@luminol So many. Three of the times I saw him there weren't over 50 people there. One of those times was at Gun Barrel, Tx. We flew down there from Southern Illinois just to see him. He still put on a hell of a show. Even did encores. He did 'Song for You' quite a few times.

I just love Leon so much and appreciate everything I can find showcasing his talent and personality. I consider myself an unofficial "Leon Lifer". We all miss him and when I find a KZread broadcast like this that I haven't seen before, it's like opening a great present. Thank you Leon!

@robinrockin28rockinrobin30

7 жыл бұрын

me on was one of the most down to earth person and really was a man who would rather talk about his family then about being Leon. I was blessed to spend a whole day with him. my husband (ex now.)and .myself drove him to see a acupuncture and to target and to dinner. there is more to this.but I think I said to much sorry. Anyway I miss you old friend.Robin Bianga

🌟Superstar songwriter 🌟

how beautiful Leon is -- this makes me cry xxx

@raymocopo7340

4 жыл бұрын

I keep listening over and over. Touches me every time.

He never failed to put a good show on RIP leon

This song is awesome. It speaks to me. Leo Russell was one of the most talented piano players.

So glad Sir ELTON brought u back where u belonged-- in the Hall of Fame💞💞💞💞💞💞.RIP my honey

One in a million musician...RIP Leon..

Can't get over that he's gone. Set apart from many others of the day by his ability to be in the world but not of it yet respected by most musicians for his contributions to the art. I'm heartbroken that those unusual soulful eyes are now closed forever.

@bertprouty2633

6 жыл бұрын

pamel

@rossscott1922

Жыл бұрын

This song 🎶 bring back old memories, still listening in 2023 He have a soulful voice! This is my favorite song 🎶 so tell me are you a fan of Leon Russell…?

What an amazingly talented guy whose sphere of influence reached far & wide!

He was no stranger , yet he was in a strange land thanks for the memories Leon Rest In Peace my brother .

Good. Singing and playing ❤

There will NEVER be another Leon Russell...

Leon was one of a kind! Awesome musician and songwriter ‼️loved him!

From Sinatra to Harrison Leon was top shelf. He told a story once about recording with George Harrison. George was a perfectionist and after dozens of takes Leon was tired of the BS. So he went back and played a take for George. G. H. loved it an asked which one was it? Leon stated It's the first take George! The guy was a unique and very special musician Love you Mr.Russell RIP Sir!

RIP Leon. You were one of the very best.

@rossscott1922

Жыл бұрын

This song 🎶 bring back old memories, still listening in 2023 He have a soulful voice! This is my favorite song 🎶 so tell me are you a fan of Leon Russell…?

that's another pair of shoes that can't be filled

@carolpeskin7078

5 жыл бұрын

One of a kind! Simply THE BEST EVER! Saw Leon & Willie Nelson in Bakersfield, CA. @ Buck Owens' Crystal Palace (one of the best smaller/intimate clubs anywhere) many years ago. Was able to talk to each of them briefly after their terrific show. Just wanted to tell them both how much their music & that night's special collaboration meant to me. Leon had "a hitch in his git-along" that looked painful. When I asked him if he was OK, he said it was because he'd had hip replacement surgery. I wished him well & thanked him & Willie Nelson for one of the most enjoyable & memorable performances it had ever been my pleasure to attend. Then and now (in 2018). TWO TOTAL LEGENDS IN ONE SHOW! BEST NIGHT EVER!!! God bless 'em both!**

@carrrexx7190

5 жыл бұрын

Coolest F**kr ever. I saw him at the LA Forum, I was 13teen.

@patricianoud7096

5 жыл бұрын

Amen.

@m.a.c.8366

5 жыл бұрын

so true there Don Williams....Leon was as unique musician as there ever has been during our generation....

@m.a.c.8366

5 жыл бұрын

sry, Doug Williams, my mistake...

One of the greats,love his voice

Back when Late Night shows were funny and Letterman focused more on entertaining people.

@sunnyhendry7144

3 жыл бұрын

Sure miss Leon . His music played alot on my turntable in the 70 s.

@l8tapex

3 жыл бұрын

You are right on.. people there lives , joy. F the political machine.

@nancywright4430

2 жыл бұрын

Amen brother

What a treat.

GOSH, I MISS HIM SO VERY MUCH.HE WAS A FRIEND OF MINE...................................I KNOW HE IS IN HEAVEN.

@chlynn13b92

6 жыл бұрын

you were lucky to have him as a friend. I believe he is in heaven making beautiful music.

@dnmcfall

4 жыл бұрын

Could you tell us a story or two about what he was like as a friend?

@kendalllaughon9664

4 жыл бұрын

Barbara Dreier Tell me more......

One of the all time greats Leon Russel always Rest in Peace old friend

I got see Leon in concert a few years before he died. A great concert and great songwriter.

RIP Leon. Love your music. I have all his CDs and Albums.

R.i.p. Leon Russell a beautiful soul missed by millions

He definitely was under appreciated. u never know what u had til it's gone. but I do.i luv that wonderful man with my heart and soul💋💋💋💋💋💋💋

The master of space and time!!!

@MistofTime

4 күн бұрын

Indeed

I love Leon so much, what an artist!

Love Leon so much!

@rossscott1922

Жыл бұрын

This song 🎶 bring back old memories, still listening in 2023 He have a soulful voice! This is my favorite song 🎶 so tell me are you a fan of Leon Russell…?

I love that man! Always will! We miss you, Leon!

His playing is like something out of a revival meeting......PURE Holy Roller

@SomeDutchGuy

5 жыл бұрын

He played with Jerry Lee Lewis when he first came to L.A. Jerry had a huge influence on him.

Saw him Asbury Park about 1971. Still the only show I went to that the performer did 4 encores.

Me too! he is in my heart! music and person

@velikovskysghost

5 жыл бұрын

+ cat astrophy Interesting title are you familiar with the thunderbolts project? With your title I think you'll get a kick out of it. Go to thunderbolts.info and check it out.

As a 16 year old kid in Adelaide South Australia a friend of mine said Leon Russell is playing Saturday night would you like to go.Well I said who the hell is leon Russell. My friend said you know the guy with the real long hair and big hat and was joe cocker's band leader.I thought oh well it's a night out.Little did I know leon was in the middle of his triple lp(vinyl)Leon live tour and proceeded to play for nearly 4 hours. I was blown away and have proudly been a lifer ever since.rip leon you were once of the true greats.

@chlynn13b92

5 жыл бұрын

Nice memory. Thanks for sharing. I saw Leon 4 times back in the 70's and I regret not seeing him later but at least I did. He was incredible and one of the best live entertainers ever.

@mbpardy619

27 күн бұрын

What a cool friend.

While knew of Leon since the 1970’s I did not really listen to his music much. I bought some old records and it included some Leon’s records. I have really enjoyed them, guess I needed to “grow up” to the point that I appreciated his music.. some many legends have left us, we are lucky we have their recordings. Not to mention his songs recorded by others, good stuff!

Thanks for posting this, Don. Letterman wasn't available in Australia during the eighties so it was great to see one of my favourite writer/performers one more time. So cool. RIP Leon, Dr John and Levon Helm.

Of all the music I love, I love Leon the best. Period.

@plabbbabbla

7 жыл бұрын

Yep, saw him 3 times. Sent his family a note, Greg Allmann was nice enough to thank me. Leon outplayed everyone on piano, never going to be another player/poet like him.

@chlynn13b92

7 жыл бұрын

How did Greg Allman know you sent his family a note?

@plabbbabbla

7 жыл бұрын

I have absolutely NO idea, it surprised me entirely. I was so shocked I sent a quiet response saying how humbly I appreciated a note from such a great musician and that Leon Russell was the BEST pianist we ever had. I guess I was simply lucky. I don't like to bother famous people so I was pretty concise and extremely polite. A real honor. Leon knew ALL of those people, he played on MANY albums that most people aren't aware of. Background player. He helped Dean Martin write music. He was amazing and entirely underestimated. His family must be pretty lonesome. One daughter has 26 dogs that drove him 'crazy' but I bet they LOVED him.

@canadianroot

6 жыл бұрын

Interesting. I sent Gregg Allman a box of chocolates for his birthday once, and I got a note back from Dean Martin thanking me.

@Juliamiller56

6 жыл бұрын

One of our greatest songwriters An unsung master. I'm so glad Elton John shined a light on him before he left here

The first concert I ever saw was in LA, 3 Dog Night, Elton John, and Leon Russell with his back up singer Rita Coolidge. I think it was around 1970, large arena venue. My first boyfriend was a bouncer there on week ends so I'd get in free. What amazing performers. Couldn't sit down for the whole concert, real music .

@bluemoon472

Жыл бұрын

Wish we could go back in time…

I still love you Leon. RIP❤

This is so bad ass.