RIP Leon Russell 1942-2016

[Bruce Page]

One of my favorites from back in the day. I stood in line with him at "Builders Emporium", a home improvement store in North Hollywood in the early 70's. He was buying some doors. He was unpretentious and friendly.
He had a unique style.

[Ken Fitzgerald]

He had a distinctive voice and style!

[Rich Riddle]

This has been a tragic year for deaths of artists (and others)....so sad.

[John K Jordan]

Oh no, one of my favorites too. I still have vinyl. Yes, a unique style and voice.

JKJ

[Phillip Mitchell]

RIP Leon. What a career and influence he had on so many listeners and musicians.

This video is one of my favorite performances from any artist, and I think it captures Leon well and at his peak.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37dw2r45Xzg

[glenn bradley]

Been a fan since way back when:


https://youtu.be/GlYx59c8Jzk?t=63

[Art Mann]

I didn't know. I hate to hear that. He was a talented and versatile performer. My favorite album is a country record called "Hank's Back", which sounds to me like a tribute to Hank Williams.