My wife was classically trained on piano. Never deep into rock, but a few years ago I put together a compilation of music for our anniversary (it's a big number). I had "Bird on a Wire" from Mad Dogs & Englishmen" on it, and she asked, "Who is that on piano? It's beautiful!"
I’ve been binge watching every video Leon ever performed on video and listening to his deep tracks. His piano playing was inspirational powerful and brilliantly executed. Thanks Elton for giving the man a hand before he passed. Thankful he was able to receive R&R hall of fame before he left this world. There will never be another Leon, he was a one off!
Yes! Elton did what was in his heart and simultaneously gave Leon the SPOTLIGHT which he richly deserves. May he rest in peace. He'll be forever in my heart as will Elton John!
These ladies were in the company of greatness, and they knew it. Leon may not have been known as well as Elton, but Elton knew he also was in the company of the ultimate greatness. Godspeed Mr, Leon Russell, I miss you so much. R.I.P.
Merci beaucoup Elton for showcasing Leon Russel for a younger generation, and to let us remember how much he contributed to the soundtrack of our lives.
Attended a Leon Russell voncert in Pittsburgh in the 70s. Blew my mind. Masquand A Song firvyou remain my favorites. Man! That huynever lost his hair! Now its even beautiful!
+Carol Napolitano Good times, good times.. some bad tho, just sayin'. I came up through the 60's, all my 20's during the 70's. It was the deep hangover/healing from Vietnam that plagued my generation & still does in varying degrees. Thank God we had he best music this planet has ever enjoyed to bring us through.
Elton...Leon Russell is my idol too...and I can't sing or play a note. Everything about him moves me. His appearance- "Master of Space & Time" indeed. That voice! An arresting growl..like no other. One of the most soulful voices in all of music...with that twang in there. His piano playing? Pure holy roller. Like something straight out of a revival meeting. And then there are his songs....
...GREAT WRITER.... roll away the stone ! (of course) Delta Lady, Prince of Peace, Tight Rope, This Masquerade....Any Dylan he chose to play..... ...A...G.I.A.N.T....!!!...and Yes, Elton (please make another 'Tumbleweed Connection' !!!).... ....Mahalo Nui for making sure WE All remember a FOUNDING FATHER of Rock ( In EVERY Way...!!!)...
I wish I knew more about the different facets of Music at 57 years old freshly retired I am beginning to really get into music I'm discovered the Blues in a way that I've never discovered before and that's how I bumped into Leon Russell again in my life and I'm just this fire is building in me I wish I were a musician I guess haha but I am definitely a music lover already thinking about tunes that want play in my funeral but when you talk about Leon being a producer I guess I really don't even know what that means I understand songwriting you understand what it is I mean I understand of course playing and singing the other things I don't know
Reading down the comments I can’t believe the snide comments when one great rock idol plays homage to another. Well done Elton and we will all miss Leon for his original songwriting and piano playing.
@@mark1952able I grew up in the 80s and am a fan of R&B music so missed the 70s when Leon Russell was in his prime. His songs are classic and timeless - three of my favourite versions of his songs are "Superstar" by Luther Vandross; "This Masquerade" by George Benson and "A Song for You" by Donny Hathaway /Ray Charles. The fact that so many singers have covered his songs is testimony to his talent as a songwriter.
Leon, my hippie king back in the day... the Silver Fox, the Space Captain. I'm glad you're still around. You were the sound track to a precious time in my life and I will always adore you. Thank you Elton for getting Leon back into the spotlight where he's been so missed.
Staring so long ago. , because I had friends in Tulsa, Leon came into my life/ his music . Me and my brand new wife went out to the Concord music pavilion as saw Leon and his bride Mary perform the wedding album music. Man what a wonderfull , Love filled night. R.I.P. Tulsa Man !!!!!!!!!!!
Saw Leon in New Orleans many many years ago. Since, I've seen him twice, but that first show, was life changing. It brings a tear when I hear this song.... I'm 71
I'm a Tulsa Leon guy and we have all been so proud of Leon for so long. It is so great to see him receive the accolades he so greatly deserves, and of course we love Elton! Thanks for the post!
I remember the first time I saw Leon Russell, which was in the documentary about Joe Cocker's "Mad Dogs and Englishmen" tour. Cocker was excellent, but the person on stage that you couldn't take your eyes off was LR. He didn't move much or say much or even change his facial expressions much, but it was obvious that he was completely in charge of everything happening around him. He was the ringmaster and the musical center. That might have been the first time I understood what charisma is.
I saw it live, in Detroit, there very first show. Just like the film, we could not take our eyes off this man in the top hat. playing both piano and guitar and leading the band. Joe Cocker was a great singer but Leon was so multi talented, great songwriter too I love how you summed it up. He had so much charisma on stage. I saw many of his concerts in the 70's and he was always great. Nobody like him.
What a beautiful song and such a humbling thing for Sir Elton John to reach out to the master all these years later. What a blessing to have had both of these masters in my lifetime
...was Blessed to see him on Maui, 3 months before he moved-on, he was an Angelic Vision & Played Every Single thin (incl. 3 Beatles songs) We could have Ever Wanted ... !!!...
Well, 2016 is done. I'm here being bummed out and sad. But then, happy and greatful for Elton John in loving him enough, to get him up & making music again. If ever too briefly. Leon was such-is such an amazing talent . My heart still feels broaken.
So Glad Elton brought Leon to the forefront...there would be no Elton if not for Mr. Russell ♥ Elton is finally going back to his great musical roots....the best is yet to come!
Fell in love with Leon back in 1975 when his album Will o the Wisp came out and have been there ever since. Was blessed to see him in the 70’s and again with Elton John in 2010 at Neil Young’s Bridge School Benefit! Incredible man and a total genius at songwriting, arranging, and performing!
I was blessed enough to see Leon at small venues Oct 2015 and then again June 2016! I stood in the rain outside Leon's bus at the 2015 show waiting for his autographs. he had heart issues about 3 weeks after the 2016 show and passed away a few months later. I saw Elton 1 year ago and will again next June. I saw The Union tour in 2010 with these guys and consider my self very lucky but I really LOVE live music
That voice, you just had to stop and listen....especially "A Song for You". An amazing humble entertainer...to this day, I don't believe he knew how good he was. He did what he loved to do most....play and sing.
I was lucky enough to see Elton open for Leon at Painter's Mill (in the round from the second row) in Baltimore in November of 1970. Elton played all of his first two albums and Leon and the Shelter People played the Mad Dogs and Englishmen songs and Leon's other great songs. One of great pleasures of my life.
WOW. Jealous, I was 7 year's old on that day, but it wasn't long after, my older sister introduced me to Mr Leon Russell and I was hooked. I saw him a few times, in small venues, and had tickets in my pocket for a show in Clearwater FL. He died a couple months before that show. I still cry, he musters so much emotion in me. I love him in a place where there's no space and time.
God bless Elton John for seeking out such a great man in Leon Russell! Thank you for the amazing post! Elton and Leon Russell, that’s such an incredible amount of talent..❤☮️💔✌️ I miss Leon Russell.R I. P.😢
Tumbleweed Connection is the best album ever released by anyone. It was released in 1970. It got little notice and produced no noticeable hits. I became an EJ fan in 1973 when I heard Goodbye Yellow Brick road. I saved up enough money to buy EJ's albums prior to Goodbye Yellow Brick road. When I listened to Tumbleweed Connection, I was blown away. To have EJ say he wants to return to that type of music makes me happy. Any of you who have not listened to Tumbleweed Connection, I urge you to do so.
I got the surprise of a lifetime - I bought tickets to see Elton John in Chattanooga, Tennessee a few years back. When I got to the venue there were two pianos on stage - I'm thinking - OMG - is Leon going to perform tonight? I was in shock when he came on stage. Nothing was said about Leon being there - no advertisement that I saw - but I'm telling you - to see Leon Russell and Elton John on the same stage was a life changing experience for me that I will never forget! It was a fabulous show! The only regret I have is that I didn't bring my brother with me because he is a huge Leon Russell fan. I called him from the concert and told him that I could not believe I was seeing Leon Russell peform!
I PRAISE ELTON FOR DOING SHUCH A GREAT GIFT TO A GREAT PERSON LEON IS AND BRING HIM BACK TO US TO BRING HIM TO THE LIFE HE IS USED TO AND LOVES GOD BLESS THEM BOTH
Back around 2009 or so, I was so fortunate to accidentally find myself and my wife driving through the Texas hill country and one day going tubing. Near the river there was a smallish outdoor theater. We were out in the middle of nowhere. On a billboard it said Bob Dylan. So I went over there and asked is this for real. And it was Bob Dylan with Leon Russell and another opening act. I couldn't believe it, so we went. It was the only chance I would ever have to see Leon Russell, although I had had several of his albums back in the day. Someone said the reason that Dylan was there because some of the road crew liked to play there and go tuning. Wow, out of nowhere, there they were.
I. Waited. In line for over an hour, my personal limit. My traveling sales associate said:: my Dad to thinks you may enjoy a show by L. Russel Piano Man here in East Providence RI. Ticket in hand only.. my thought was....Leon Russell ? The show was late, the room tiny 150 maybe. Leon came out and apologized, he couldn't find his new reading glasses and asked our patience. He was feeble, broken and weak....until he found his key board. MAGIC
There's some footage called The Paradise studios recordings, it is he and JJ , lots of others also but you say more of JJ on this film then you've ever seen of him. Also what makes the whole thing worth watching is JJ showing you his guitar and how he's modified it. I think he was really depressed towards the end he was always kind of a recluse but Mark knopfler pretty much stole his entire style. I think it was kind of angry about that. And I don't know what Eric Clapton would have done without JJ songwriting after midnight etcetera. I believe that he also wrote they call me the breeze. But you probably know that cuz you're a fan.
ty Elton i'm so in love with Leon I adore him! His music is outstanding in every way. His top hat days to your album time filled my heart bless your heart. 😊
I saw Leon and THE SHELTER PEOPLE at Mammouth Gardens in Denver in '70; one of the BEST of the many concerts I've seen. One was higher and higher after each song. RIP, my friend I never met, but I know you anyway.
The daughter of Leon and some top people in recording industry are rebuilding the " Church"in Tulsa, Oklahoma.(SHELTER RECORDS STUDIO); and a beautiful memorial granite at Lafotune Park in Tulsa. GOOGLE THEM BOTH FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Never forgotten by the generation when he was most visible. This show helped get him known by millions of people too young to have known he was so amazing.
First off, let me say I absolutely adore both these greats. That being said, I think it's ironic that they've come together to collaborate because it's often been said that both can be egotistical and 'difficult'. Leon Russell is one of the greatest of the greats in rock history. I guess they've both mellowed through the years. I've missed Leon
I recall meeting Elton I said what is your name, he said ELTON. He gave me a big hug. We were in the street. This was the pin ball wizard days, i thought the [in ball games fun too.
Wow, Elton reminds me of the good old days of Elton John. And Leon Russell has a new fan. I've heard of him and a couple of his songs, However, I wasn't into his music at the time. As I hear him sing, his voice takes me back when I did hear him on the radio. After hearing them together head to head on the pianos, I can't wait to hear the whole CD and maybe attend a concert when they perform together again.
Thank you Reg, for remembering Leon and helping him to realize how much he is/was loved and respected. I was blessed to see him 3x in concert, early 70s and last in 2010. Yeah, he was a bit more frail then, needed "a man who's young to walk him around". But the music was still there.
I have his Greatest Hits CD autographed by Leon himself in Lake Oswego, Oregon after a concert. He and I went to the same high school. We're alma maters.
Is " Skeered" just an okie thing cause I am familiar with the word ...Loved Leon since I finally heard Willo the Wisp in 76 ..many thanks to Elton for taking notice and shining the well deserved light on our guy from Oklahoma who shocked the world ..
Thank you World for Leon Russell " Master of Space and Time,..... Dr Jon "The Night Tripper" and Greg Allman for their music oh yeah and always like Elton Jon and Bernie Taupin {yeah he wrote most of the early stuff}
@Andrew McIntosh yes I am devastated too, he loved a hard life, and gave us so much great stuff with his Band and Solo. We are loosing them too soon, all of the greats, and not old either
Leon was originally a session man. He did a lot of keyboards for groups like Gary Lewis and the Playboys! Truth is stranger than fiction. Listen to the song "Count Me In", that must be Leon. His piano solos have a special sound.
He wasn't forgotten with me. Been homeless for 38 years . . . so money is a problem for me. But I do keep up with the papers. And he would appear regularly in Phoenix and/or Tucson. Was a good feeling to know he was still in the mix.
Hope you are in a better place now Andre. Yes, Leon was a true music man who kept on going to the end. Loved him and I believe his music is timeless and will be played on until the end.
I Love Leon Russell!
Nobody in this world can ever duplicate his voice, I'll always love you Leon Russell, Rest Easy ❤😘🙏
And he was such a sweet man and an extraordinary human being.
agreed I can't get enough of Leon and Elton on breaks he speaks to the heart
My wife was classically trained on piano. Never deep into rock, but a few years ago I put together a compilation of music for our anniversary (it's a big number). I had "Bird on a Wire" from Mad Dogs & Englishmen" on it, and she asked, "Who is that on piano? It's beautiful!"
HAD THE HONOR OF SINGING BACK UP VOCALS ON "THE UNION" TOUR - FAR RIGHT, END:)
That's awesome! As a performer, that's some memory you'll have for life, huh!
Is that Merry Clayton in the middle?
I hope you are still singing💃🎶 You made history singing with those two🙆
You ladies are nothing short of an Angel Choir. Beauttiful...
You are so lucky...
I’ve been binge watching every video Leon ever performed on video and listening to his deep tracks. His piano playing was inspirational powerful and brilliantly executed. Thanks Elton for giving the man a hand before he passed. Thankful he was able to receive R&R hall of fame before he left this world. There will never be another Leon, he was a one off!
Recommend the book about his life.
So glad Sir Elton mentioned the current state of music. Its a far cry from what it was when I was young.
GOD BLESS Elton for bringing Leon back into our lives.
Yes! Elton did what was in his heart and simultaneously gave Leon the SPOTLIGHT which he richly deserves. May he rest in peace. He'll be forever in my heart as will Elton John!
Been a leon russell fan since the early seventies. Carny album. Elton put him back where he belonged
And God bless him for helping Leon what a wonderful humanitarian act and I will always love Elton John for this one thing
Leon doesnt need the sword or pat on the back like Elton.
I totally agree. @@valerieg369
"I was laying in bed watching "As the World Turns" - Leon you are THE MAN.
I'm a huge Leon fan, but I used to watch 'Days of our Lives'
Man no one could match Leons witt he literally was hilarious!!
These ladies were in the company of greatness, and they knew it. Leon may not have been known as well as Elton, but Elton knew he also was in the company of the ultimate greatness. Godspeed Mr, Leon Russell, I miss you so much. R.I.P.
Lisa you are terrific!!
Merci beaucoup Elton for showcasing Leon Russel for a younger generation, and to let us remember how much he contributed to the soundtrack of our lives.
Attended a Leon Russell voncert in Pittsburgh in the 70s. Blew my mind. Masquand A Song firvyou remain my favorites. Man! That huynever lost his hair! Now its even beautiful!
Absolutely one of the best moves of Elton's life calling up Leon
Leon... a true legend. Saw him in the 70's with Freddie King. One hell of a show
I'm so glad I grew up in the 70's!
+Carol Napolitano Good times, good times.. some bad tho, just sayin'. I came up through the 60's, all my 20's during the 70's. It was the deep hangover/healing from Vietnam that plagued my generation & still does in varying degrees. Thank God we had he best music this planet has ever enjoyed to bring us through.
Me too !! I am 56 in 30 days , GREAT days 4 sure !
Leon will be so greatly missed. I feel so fortunate to have grown up in the 70s.
Definitely. I want to hear "Lady Blue" now.
Amen!
you caught the end of a great ...MAYBE NEVER EQUALED musical era
We had the best music in the 70s.
"So fortunate to have grown up in the 70's." Feel the same! Great comment BTW~
Elton...Leon Russell is my idol too...and I can't sing or play a note. Everything about him moves me. His appearance- "Master of Space & Time" indeed. That voice! An arresting growl..like no other. One of the most soulful voices in all of music...with that twang in there. His piano playing? Pure holy roller. Like something straight out of a revival meeting. And then there are his songs....
Well said.▶🎼🔊
Well said, Richard! oops...the guy ahead of me said same!!! Honest did not see! Your comment was sincere and eloquent in a special way...o my...yes!
Watch Tim munchkin
Cold steel & a Rasp, magical
As a piano player, Elton John is phenomenal. Leon, though, has taken it up to an "11" and is one superb producer, too!
...GREAT WRITER.... roll away the stone ! (of course) Delta Lady, Prince of Peace, Tight Rope, This Masquerade....Any Dylan he chose to play.....
...A...G.I.A.N.T....!!!...and Yes, Elton (please make another 'Tumbleweed Connection' !!!)....
....Mahalo Nui for making sure WE All remember a FOUNDING FATHER of Rock ( In EVERY Way...!!!)...
@@chrisandrus689
Also, A Song For You, Superstar.....…etc. Not to mention, Leon was very easy on the eyes. (Back in our day)
I wish I knew more about the different facets of Music at 57 years old freshly retired I am beginning to really get into music I'm discovered the Blues in a way that I've never discovered before and that's how I bumped into Leon Russell again in my life and I'm just this fire is building in me I wish I were a musician I guess haha but I am definitely a music lover already thinking about tunes that want play in my funeral but when you talk about Leon being a producer I guess I really don't even know what that means I understand songwriting you understand what it is I mean I understand of course playing and singing the other things I don't know
Good for you! I hope that one year on your retirement is going well!😊
Reading down the comments I can’t believe the snide comments when one great rock idol plays homage to another. Well done Elton and we will all miss Leon for his original songwriting and piano playing.
Legends don't get much bigger than Leon Russell.
Amen!
He's a Legend who's underrated in my opinion. ..Leon that is...
@@mark1952able I grew up in the 80s and am a fan of R&B music so missed the 70s when Leon Russell was in his prime. His songs are classic and timeless - three of my favourite versions of his songs are "Superstar" by Luther Vandross; "This Masquerade" by George Benson and "A Song for You" by Donny Hathaway /Ray Charles. The fact that so many singers have covered his songs is testimony to his talent as a songwriter.
Leon Russell and Elton John...could anything be more perfect.? Thank you Elton for bringing Leon back before he died.
God bless both Leon & Elton. RIP the wonderful Mr Leon Russell, you are one hell of a kind !!!
Two of the greatest pianist on the planet! God bless Elton on Earth and Leon in Heaven! 🤗🛐✝❤
Leon, my hippie king back in the day... the Silver Fox, the Space Captain. I'm glad you're still around. You were the sound track to a precious time in my life and I will always adore you. Thank you Elton for getting Leon back into the spotlight where he's been so missed.
Everyone wanted Leon on their record. No pianist played like him.
Don't you know you'll never too old to hold somebody. Don't you know you're never too old to love somebody!!!! WOW!!!!
Staring so long ago. , because I had friends in Tulsa, Leon came into my life/ his music . Me and my brand new wife went out to the Concord music pavilion as saw Leon and his bride Mary perform the wedding album music. Man what a wonderfull , Love filled night. R.I.P. Tulsa Man !!!!!!!!!!!
Saw Leon in New Orleans many many years ago.
Since, I've seen him twice, but that first show, was life changing.
It brings a tear when I hear this song.... I'm 71
I'm a Tulsa Leon guy and we have all been so proud of Leon for so long. It is so great to see him receive the accolades he so greatly deserves, and of course we love Elton! Thanks for the post!
Tulsa Leon guys were a thing. Even SE KS Leon guys (and gals) were.
I live in Stillwater. Very proud Leon is from Oklahoma! Such a talent ! Rest well sir…..
there will never be a better or more special musician than Leon Russell. Rest in peace, dear friend. How you are missed.
I remember the first time I saw Leon Russell, which was in the documentary about Joe Cocker's "Mad Dogs and Englishmen" tour. Cocker was excellent, but the person on stage that you couldn't take your eyes off was LR.
He didn't move much or say much or even change his facial expressions much, but it was obvious that he was completely in charge of everything happening around him. He was the ringmaster and the musical center.
That might have been the first time I understood what charisma is.
I saw it live, in Detroit, there very first show. Just like the film, we could not take our eyes off this man in the top hat. playing both piano and guitar and leading the band. Joe Cocker was a great singer but Leon was so multi talented, great songwriter too I love how you summed it up. He had so much charisma on stage. I saw many of his concerts in the 70's and he was always great. Nobody like him.
He is what talent truly and shall never be again...God bless you my freind....always and forever!
... amen Sweetie, & same here ... l couldn't have said it better !!! ... (-_'l
These two legends made the music that defined a time in my life that was the sweetest.
RIP LEON💕🙏🏼
Watching in2019.
What a beautiful song and such a humbling thing for Sir Elton John to reach out to the master all these years later. What a blessing to have had both of these masters in my lifetime
Both of these men are icons in the Music Industry. Thanks, Elton & Russell!
Sir Elton , thank you for bringing our idol Leon back in tune , you did it just in time .God speed Leon Russell.May the force be with you ( both )
...was Blessed to see him on Maui, 3 months before he moved-on, he was an Angelic Vision & Played Every Single thin (incl. 3 Beatles songs) We could have Ever Wanted ... !!!...
Well, 2016 is done. I'm here being bummed out and sad. But then, happy and greatful for Elton John in loving him enough, to get him up & making music again. If ever too briefly. Leon was such-is such an amazing talent . My heart still feels broaken.
So Glad Elton brought Leon to the forefront...there would be no Elton if not for Mr. Russell ♥ Elton is finally going back to his great musical roots....the best is yet to come!
Fell in love with Leon back in 1975 when his album Will o the Wisp came out and have been there ever since. Was blessed to see him in the 70’s and again with Elton John in 2010 at Neil Young’s Bridge School Benefit! Incredible man and a total genius at songwriting, arranging, and performing!
I was blessed enough to see Leon at small venues Oct 2015 and then again June 2016! I stood in the rain outside Leon's bus at the 2015 show waiting for his autographs. he had heart issues about 3 weeks after the 2016 show and passed away a few months later. I saw Elton 1 year ago and will again next June. I saw The Union tour in 2010 with these guys and consider my self very lucky but I really LOVE live music
That voice, you just had to stop and listen....especially "A Song for You". An amazing humble entertainer...to this day, I don't believe he knew how good he was. He did what he loved to do most....play and sing.
Two great entertainers. Saw them both - live
Now this is real music...what a beautiful song.
This is the one and only time I would ever watch The Vew! Just to see Elton John and Leon Russell.
i hate the view but love Leon and Elton!
❤❤❤Love this!!’n So beautiful Sir Elton John and Leon Russel, , you have always been Amazing Artist!!❤❤❤ you!!
Almost 50 years ago I learn of these guys. Love their music, two distinctive styles. Now they do this thing together?
This is better than church...
I was lucky enough to see Elton open for Leon at Painter's Mill (in the round from the second row) in Baltimore in November of 1970. Elton played all of his first two albums and Leon and the Shelter People played the Mad Dogs and Englishmen songs and Leon's other great songs. One of great pleasures of my life.
WOW. Jealous, I was 7 year's old on that day, but it wasn't long after, my older sister introduced me to Mr Leon Russell and I was hooked. I saw him a few times, in small venues, and had tickets in my pocket for a show in Clearwater FL. He died a couple months before that show. I still cry, he musters so much emotion in me. I love him in a place where there's no space and time.
Look how FUCKING BEAUTIFUL Leon was when he was younger
I had a poster above my bed of Leon
A great interview with these inspirational legends!
God bless Elton John for seeking out such a great man in Leon Russell!
Thank you for the amazing post!
Elton and Leon Russell, that’s such an incredible amount of talent..❤☮️💔✌️
I miss Leon Russell.R I. P.😢
Tumbleweed Connection is the best album ever released by anyone. It was released in 1970. It got little notice and produced no noticeable hits. I became an EJ fan in 1973 when I heard Goodbye Yellow Brick road. I saved up enough money to buy EJ's albums prior to Goodbye Yellow Brick road. When I listened to Tumbleweed Connection, I was blown away. To have EJ say he wants to return to that type of music makes me happy. Any of you who have not listened to Tumbleweed Connection, I urge you to do so.
Leon as a session player was a real heavyweight back in the day. Elton really has a superb musical knowledge. A real music fan
The Master of Space & Time. I will miss him.
He has still got it, about gave up, what a song, love the chord structure, these chords never get used,they are beautiful ,so are their voices.
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I got the surprise of a lifetime - I bought tickets to see Elton John in Chattanooga, Tennessee a few years back. When I got to the venue there were two pianos on stage - I'm thinking - OMG - is Leon going to perform tonight? I was in shock when he came on stage. Nothing was said about Leon being there - no advertisement that I saw - but I'm telling you - to see Leon Russell and Elton John on the same stage was a life changing experience for me that I will never forget! It was a fabulous show! The only regret I have is that I didn't bring my brother with me because he is a huge Leon Russell fan. I called him from the concert and told him that I could not believe I was seeing Leon Russell peform!
I PRAISE ELTON FOR DOING SHUCH A GREAT GIFT TO A GREAT PERSON LEON IS AND BRING HIM BACK TO US TO BRING HIM TO THE LIFE HE IS USED TO AND LOVES GOD BLESS THEM BOTH
Thank you for bringing back Leon, Elton!! bless you
Leon, about 1970 at the Long Beach Arena. What an awesome experience. Best happening in my live.
Elton has no loss for words & Its great that he has fessed up & rekindled his friendship with Leon, This is about Leon Russell
Gosh Elton and Leon are so smart and inspirational, wow Elton certainly proved what he was talking about, this song is absolutly before
So gracious of Elton to give Leon such a wonderful career boost. This doesn't happen very often. Two of the best that will ever be.
Back around 2009 or so, I was so fortunate to accidentally find myself and my wife driving through the Texas hill country and one day going tubing. Near the river there was a smallish outdoor theater. We were out in the middle of nowhere. On a billboard it said Bob Dylan. So I went over there and asked is this for real. And it was Bob Dylan with Leon Russell and another opening act. I couldn't believe it, so we went. It was the only chance I would ever have to see Leon Russell, although I had had several of his albums back in the day. Someone said the reason that Dylan was there because some of the road crew liked to play there and go tuning. Wow, out of nowhere, there they were.
So beautiful and touching.... right on.... you are never too old to hold somebody.......
I. Waited. In line for over an hour, my personal limit. My traveling sales associate said:: my Dad to thinks you may enjoy a show by L. Russel Piano Man here in East Providence RI. Ticket in hand only.. my thought was....Leon Russell ?
The show was late, the room tiny 150 maybe. Leon came out and apologized, he couldn't find his new reading glasses and asked our patience. He was feeble, broken and weak....until he found his key board. MAGIC
They're never too old to entertain us! :)
leon and J.J. Cale are the kings of cool
Tulsa sound
There's some footage called The Paradise studios recordings, it is he and JJ , lots of others also but you say more of JJ on this film then you've ever seen of him. Also what makes the whole thing worth watching is JJ showing you his guitar and how he's modified it. I think he was really depressed towards the end he was always kind of a recluse but Mark knopfler pretty much stole his entire style. I think it was kind of angry about that. And I don't know what Eric Clapton would have done without JJ songwriting after midnight etcetera. I believe that he also wrote they call me the breeze. But you probably know that cuz you're a fan.
Saw Leon at the World Armadillo Headquarters in Austin back in the day when he & Willie Nelson parked their busses in the garden.
ty Elton i'm so in love with Leon I adore him! His music is outstanding in every way. His top hat days to your album time filled my heart bless your heart. 😊
..., and those background singers bring on the goosebumps...,
I saw Leon and THE SHELTER PEOPLE at Mammouth Gardens in Denver in '70; one of the BEST of the many concerts I've seen. One was higher and higher after each song. RIP, my friend I never met, but I know you anyway.
*Leon Russell* wrote two of my favorite songs: A Song For You and Masquerade
Such soul...That is what makes these men idols...they write and perform from the soul:) Thanks for the post Tony DeSanto:)
The daughter of Leon and some top people in recording industry are rebuilding the " Church"in Tulsa, Oklahoma.(SHELTER RECORDS STUDIO); and a beautiful memorial granite at Lafotune Park in Tulsa. GOOGLE THEM BOTH FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Thoses ladies are so dense. Leon was never forgotten and was the master.
Never forgotten by the generation when he was most visible. This show helped get him known by millions of people too young to have known he was so amazing.
Beautiful ! ..........,,,............................................................
Great honor to me , very appreciated both of you. Missing you forever, dear Leno .
Beautiful lyrics, honest ,personification of these two icons. We are blessed by their music.
I love Leon one of the greatest legend best song writer best performer I been watching everything he did I wish I could of known him 😊
Such a beautiful thing Elton did with Leon before he joined the band on High!!
Totally agree with Sir Elton's comments about today's music.
First off, let me say I absolutely adore both these greats. That being said, I think it's ironic that they've come together to collaborate because it's often been said that both can be egotistical and 'difficult'. Leon Russell is one of the greatest of the greats in rock history. I guess they've both mellowed through the years. I've missed Leon
What a beautiful song. Great voices.
I saw LEON and Edgar Winter at Mississippi Nights in STL. It was AMAZING. seen Edgar twice. Leon only once😗😗😗
Leon inspires. He's the man!
I recall meeting Elton I said what is your name, he said ELTON. He gave me a big hug.
We were in the street.
This was the pin ball wizard days, i thought the [in ball games fun too.
Wow, Elton reminds me of the good old days of Elton John. And Leon Russell has a new fan. I've heard of him and a couple of his songs, However, I wasn't into his music at the time. As I hear him sing, his voice takes me back when I did hear him on the radio. After hearing them together head to head on the pianos, I can't wait to hear the whole CD and maybe attend a concert when they perform together again.
Beautiful👏
Great album, beautiful songs, amazing artists!!
Thank you Reg, for remembering Leon and helping him to realize how much he is/was loved and respected. I was blessed to see him 3x in concert, early 70s and last in 2010. Yeah, he was a bit more frail then, needed "a man who's young to walk him around". But the music was still there.
I love this song -- they are soooooooo good together!!!! Love you Elton!!!!!
I have his Greatest Hits CD autographed by Leon himself in Lake Oswego, Oregon after a concert.
He and I went to the same high school. We're alma maters.
Is " Skeered" just an okie thing cause I am familiar with the word ...Loved Leon since I finally heard Willo the Wisp in 76 ..many thanks to Elton for taking notice and shining the well deserved light on our guy from Oklahoma who shocked the world ..
Been saying that for years! lol And Leon wrote one of the best songs ever...."a song for you" Elton has a few good writes too. Love you both
Elton has composed numerous tremendous songs, with many hidden treasures, not just a few good writes.
Thank you World for Leon Russell " Master of Space and Time,..... Dr Jon "The Night Tripper" and Greg Allman for their music oh yeah and always like Elton Jon and Bernie Taupin {yeah he wrote most of the early stuff}
I just saw this comment and realised that Gregg Allman died today :(
@Andrew McIntosh yes I am devastated too, he loved a hard life, and gave us so much great stuff with his Band and Solo. We are loosing them too soon, all of the greats, and not old either
Quadrant14 Thats it. Thankfully their legacy will live forever :)
Dont forget magic mirror.
Oh my❤happy tears,how wonderful🙏🏻
What a Treat this is ......I Never Thought I'd See Him Again...Thank You So Much.......
God bless Leon Russell! We miss you so much. 😞 R.I.P. brother..✌🏼
My first concert was Leon Russell in the early 70s. And later saw Elton and Leon in AZ. It was amazing.
I heard tiny dancer for the first time when leaving a Leon Russell concert. 1972 Tucson Arizona
Leon was originally a session man. He did a lot of keyboards for groups like Gary Lewis and the Playboys! Truth is stranger than fiction. Listen to the song "Count Me In", that must be Leon. His piano solos have a special sound.
Two of my favorites ever God Bless
He wasn't forgotten with me. Been homeless for 38 years . . . so money is a problem for me. But I do keep up with the papers. And he would appear regularly in Phoenix and/or Tucson. Was a good feeling to know he was still in the mix.
Hope you are in a better place now Andre. Yes, Leon was a true music man who kept on going to the end. Loved him and I believe his music is timeless and will be played on until the end.
What an ass. Maybe he has one now jerk. You don't know him. You are what is wrong with the world.
Leon is a great loss to America. Love u. RIP my 1st concert was Elton n 75. Was leon n Henry's Hideout. N MAGNOLIA Texas. Awesome
"No one is going to be singing Jenny from the Block in 10 years time." He was right about that.