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Leon Russell is the debut solo album by the singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Leon Russell. It followed his debut with the Midnight String Quartet and a production by Russell and Marc Benno billed as the Asylum Choir .
On his first album, Leon Russell, in 1970, the musicians included Eric Clapton, Ringo Starr, and George Harrison. One of his early fans, Elton John, said that Russell was a "mentor" and an "inspiration". [8] They recorded their album The Union in 2010, earning them a Grammy nomination.
Tony DeSanto. Jumpin' Jack Flash / Young Blood - Leon Russell (George Harrison's Concert For Bangladesh) 1971. Featuring: George Harrison, Leon Russell, Ringo Starr, Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Billy Preston, Jim Keltner, Don Preston, Klaus Voormann, Carl Radle and the band Badfinger Along with Others!
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Feb 8, 2017 · 4.6K views 6 years ago. The Bangla Desh (Concert for Bangladesh) was the collective name for two benefit concerts organised by former Beatles lead guitarist George Harrison and Indian sitar master...
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Nov 14, 2016 · Leon Russell has died, officially making 2016 the most devastating year in recent history for music fans. The music legend, known for his iconic collaborations with everyone from Frank Sinatra to Joe Cocker to Elton John, died in his sleep over the weekend at age 74, according to Rolling Stone.
Home. Live. Reels. Shows. Explore. Happy Birthday to Ringo Starr! Leon and Ringo had a long history of working together, including at the Concert for Bangladesh, and with Ringo supplying the Drum Tracks to Dixie Lullaby, Shootout On The Plantation, and Hurtsome Body on Leon's debut eponymous album.
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Aug 26, 2020 · Leon Russell was a rock musician and songwriter who's legendary for having collaborated with some of popular music's most famous artists.
