Blue Bird, LADY BLUE!!! I fully agree with Music Lover 6470! Leon wasn't appreciated except by his legion of fans. You are very missed, Leon!!! RIP dear sir! 🙏❤️💔🌹
Leon Russell was an American musician & songwriter who was involved with numerous bestselling records during his 60-year career. He recorded at least 31 albums & 430 songs. He collaborated with many notable artists such as Joe Cocker, The Beach Boys, Jan & Dean, Eric Clapton, Ringo Starr, George Harrison, Elton John, Bob Dylan, Frank Sinatra, Ike & Tina Turner, The Rolling Stones & so many more.
Thanks for the video, you two have excellent taste. Leon is a deserved Legend with a capital L. BTW: the song was written about his failed relationship with Rita Coolidge
I think this was his most popular song. It's been covered by everyone but I still like to hear Leon do it. You can feel it when he does it. Now, that's music! Love you guys and your reactions. Keep it up.
This was written by Leon Russell and is one of the most recorded songs in history. Everyone from Donnie Hathaway to Ray Charles to Whitney Huston recorded it. Leon is heard playing piano in studio on more recordings in 60s than anyone in history. Give a listen to Jumping Jack Flash/Youngblood live in concert to Banglidash
Leon Russell was a studio musician in LA before going out on his own, he is a national treasure, watch him with Joe Cocker on "With a Little Help from My Friends" live at the Metropol 1971, it's next level. Great reactions!
The Tulsa Sound. Many great musicians came from Tulsa in the 70's. You could see Leon in town driving his Rolls Royce with people like George Harrison, Eric Clapton and many others but Leon was the king of the Tulsa Sound. As you say, our hometown guy.
If you ever just sit down and listen by yourself. Lady Blue by him is something else. My favorite by him. he poured his heart out on that one. God Bless kids.
He was born partially paralyzed on his right side. He once said he wanted to write a "standard." He wrote many: "This Masquerade" (great cover by George Benson); "Back to the Island," "Lady Blue," Can't Get Over Loving You," "My Father's Shoes." "Tightrope," "Shootout On the Plantation," "Prince of Peace," "Stranger in a Strange Land,... an homage to Little Richard ("Crystal Closet Queen") from this session (Homewood Sessions). He was a session musician whose piano you can hear in Sam Cooke's "Bring It On Home To Me," and so many more.
Was fortunate to see Leon about a year before he passed in a dinner theatre in Chicago. Diminished by age and infirmity, but still more soul in his little finger than most have in their whole body. RIP Leon. Your music lives on.
I was fortunate enough to see 30,000+ unexpected fans witness this amazing artist perform not only thiis song but several others, as well. He wrote many amazing songs for other artists during this time. Joe Crocker to mention one... he was very highly respected in the music industry. And he was way ahead of society in acceptance of all races joing together in love. His love of his life was a beautiful black woman.
The man can seriously play the hell out of the piano and is an incredible songwriter. Listen to more of him!!! Listen to him and Mad Dogs and Englishmen backing Joe Cocker singing "With A Little Help From My Friends." INCREDIBLE!!!!!
One of the most stunning love songs, ever written and performed. Bravo to you guys for discovering this musical master - and for having the good sense to not interrupt it in the middle.❤
Question , how in the world did 4 people hit the thumbs down tab ? They have NEVER been in love . Truely a GREAT song ! RIP Leon , your talents will be missed.
leon russel was an amazing musician in many ways. this song alone is one of the most covered songs in history and has made other artist more famous. honestly i cant think of a better musicians or songwriter, only ones who on his level....maybe. The guy was pure music.
An amazing talent 👏 he was huge in the 70's l met him at the stove top lounge in Maple leaf Gardens in Toronto. A very gentle man who much preferred a wink and a smile over words. Very quiet introverted Beautiful soul....until he performed. MAGIC. R.I.P.
A really cool reaction, Shawn & Mel. Russell was a truly exceptional figure in music history; a singular talent and personality. Along with other classics of his ppl have recommended, I'd also suggest "Manhattan Island Serenade", "Hummingbird", and any of his great covers he did; esp. live.
Great choice, please another live video with Leon and Joe Cocker - Mad dogs & Englishmen tour "Delta lady" or "Cry me a river" , love your reactions, greetings from Berlin
It's more emotional because he wrote it for his girlfriend at the time, Rita Coolidge! He also wrote Delta Lady for her. Check it out he performs mit in this same Homewood session. Leon Russell was a national treasure!
Just came across your reaction to this song. Umm-umm STILL GIVES ME CHILLS 😊 "I love you in a place where there's no space and time"..... BRILLIANT 👏👏👏❤️💥
I was fortunate enough to see Leon here in hilo hawaii in 2007 at the palace theater. He played all his hits. I still have the concert poster on my wall
Thankyou for putting all this good music on. People deserve to know. And enjoy. You are such a sweet couple. I really wish you all the best. Peace. And Love, Laura
Leon is from my town so I've seen him perform a lot. He lived next door to my friend. Elton John helped Leon rebound his career in the later years by recording an album together. Elton said Leon was his mentor & they had a 40 year friendship. Requesting Stranger in a Strangeland.
Love his original song and Donny's wonderful cover. Carpenters did a beautiful cover to this song as well. There are MANY beautiful covers out there to this song!
Joe Cocker did a cover of this song that is messmerizing. He released it on his "Stingray" record (1976). Lady Blue and Back To The Island are my favorite Leon Russell songs. Elton John called him his mentor when he was growing up. Leon performed with many of the Rock ICONS, Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, Ringo Starr, George Harrison, etc, etc. His 60-year career spanned many genres; country, gospel, bluegrass, R&B, rock, and blues. He recorded 33 records and was inducted to the R&R HOF in 2011 and has been recorded by more than 200 artists. Nominated for 8 Grammys during his career, winning two. Some must-listen suggestions: Tight Rope, Back to the Island, Out in the Woods, Lady Blue, A Song For You, and Masquerade (Masquerade was covered by more than 75 artists). Thanks for reacting.
I think this guy was great and close friend with an other great song writer, JJ CALE. A great to go listening too please, Daniel, depuis St Emile de suffolk Québec merci
Leon wrote "This Song for you"but Donny Hathaway put his whole heart and Soul into performing it. I like Leon singing" Lady Blue."The music production is light and airy, very beautiful .That sax is well placed ,just right. Y'all are doing our music justice.Keep going guys.We are watching , listening ,and appreciating your reactions.
Leon Russell is one of the most best singer/songwriters of all time. Others mentioned his musicianship as part of the famous Wrecking Crew of backup musicians, but he had an amazing career as a solo artist, too. I hope you will listen to something from his 1973 album Leon Live. In concert, Leon played and sang at least 1 1/2 times as fast as his recordings. Try Prince of Peace or Shootout on the Plantation from that album. If you don’t catch all the words, that’s ok. Just let Leon rock out, and you can read the words later. He was like a gospel preacher in the house of rock and roll. Greatly influenced by Little Richard, Leon in turn influenced Elton John.
Saw him at the Rhythm Room in Phoenix, when he was recovering from some neuro problems....but brilliant performance. Standing room only...WAAAY over the fire code cap. Petfection. Try 'Stranger in a Strange Land'.
My musical soul brother. Always loved Leon. You could react to ANYTHING from either of his albums, The Best of Leon or Will O the Wisp and you couldn't go wrong. 💜💚💛✌️
A great, totally under-appreciated singer-songwriter and pianist. Try Crystal Closet Queen or Prince of Peace or especially Stranger in a Strange Land.
Leon was a UNIQUE talent, an incredible mix of rock and blues. Check out “Tightrope’ by him. He married a beautiful black woman in the mid 70s and released The Wedding Album which they performed together. For a REAL treat check out “Windsong” from that album.
A true American icon who took a church and turned it into a recording studio that is world famous and is called simply "The Church Studio." It's located in Tulsa Oklahoma and the recording artist who have done their recordings there are legends of rock & roll history. This great singer/songwriter and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, who Elton John helped induct into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Co-wrote the multiplatinum song? "Superstar." It was made famous by "The Carpenters" in [1971] and later by Luther Vandross in [1988]. His [Leon Russell] music is worth going down the rabbit hole. Note: This video of Leon Russell singing his song "A Song for You." Was actually done at his famous "Church Studio" in Tulsa Oklahoma.
Leon Russell is a National Treasure and SEVERELY under-appreciated. Check out Tightrope and Back to the Island. Stone cold masterpieces.
Blue Bird, LADY BLUE!!! I fully agree with Music Lover 6470! Leon wasn't appreciated except by his legion of fans. You are very missed, Leon!!! RIP dear sir! 🙏❤️💔🌹
I absolutely agree!
And Lady Blue....
As is Layin Right Here in Heaven
Will o the Wisp!!!
Leon Russell was an American musician & songwriter who was involved with numerous bestselling records during his 60-year career. He recorded at least 31 albums & 430 songs. He collaborated with many notable artists such as Joe Cocker, The Beach Boys, Jan & Dean, Eric Clapton, Ringo Starr, George Harrison, Elton John, Bob Dylan, Frank Sinatra, Ike & Tina Turner, The Rolling Stones & so many more.
Leon is beyond a Hall of Fame Songwriter, Beyond Legend! Y’all would be shocked at the songs he’s written.
Thanks for the video, you two have excellent taste. Leon is a deserved Legend with a capital L. BTW: the song was written about his failed relationship with Rita Coolidge
Thanks for the info!
Another great song by Leon Russell that topped the charts for George Benson was " This Masquerade "!!
YES! One of my favorite songs always....
The man didn't just play the piano. He owned it! It became a part of him.
He does an incredible version of his song “Delta Lady” from these Homewood sessions.
Yes
I think this was his most popular song. It's been covered by everyone but I still like to hear Leon do it. You can feel it when he does it. Now, that's music! Love you guys and your reactions. Keep it up.
You can tour the studio where this was filmed and recorded. Church Studio, Tulsa, Ok
This was written by Leon Russell and is one of the most recorded songs in history. Everyone from Donnie Hathaway to Ray Charles to Whitney Huston recorded it. Leon is heard playing piano in studio on more recordings in 60s than anyone in history. Give a listen to Jumping Jack Flash/Youngblood live in concert to Banglidash
Another song that will be timeless until the end of time. Leon was a living legend
Love this song. I agree that he puts more emotion into it than any of the many covers of it, even though some of them are quite good.
Leon Russell was a studio musician in LA before going out on his own, he is a national treasure, watch him with Joe Cocker on "With a Little Help from My Friends" live at the Metropol 1971, it's next level. Great reactions!
The Master of Space and Time
He is the originator...He was an awesome musician. Check out Elton John honoring Leon Russell
That's our hometown boy. Tulsa loves him! ❤
The Tulsa Sound. Many great musicians came from Tulsa in the 70's. You could see Leon in town driving his Rolls Royce with people like George Harrison, Eric Clapton and many others but Leon was the king of the Tulsa Sound. As you say, our hometown guy.
Leon was simply MAGNIFICENT. I luckily got to see him in person two times and I was never the same. I miss him dearly
This song never gets old and seems to get more beautiful as I get older. RIP Leon. ❤
If you ever just sit down and listen by yourself. Lady Blue by him is something else. My favorite by him. he poured his heart out on that one. God Bless kids.
Just started listening Guys...you ROCK! I grew up on most of what are reacting to and it gives me hope🤞God bless ya...spread the love😎🇺🇸
Leon Russell was truly an amazing musician. As a studio musician he played with the legendary wrecking Crew.
One More Love Song Leon Russell
Finally!! Leon Russell. Blue eyed soul. Mega hits!!
Leon was a giant who is on many famous songs from the pre- hippie years . Catch his performance in the CONCERT FOR BANGLADESH film - 1971 .
A true poet. Leon was one of a kind
He was born partially paralyzed on his right side. He once said he wanted to write a "standard." He wrote many: "This Masquerade" (great cover by George Benson); "Back to the Island," "Lady Blue," Can't Get Over Loving You," "My Father's Shoes." "Tightrope," "Shootout On the Plantation," "Prince of Peace," "Stranger in a Strange Land,... an homage to Little Richard ("Crystal Closet Queen") from this session (Homewood Sessions). He was a session musician whose piano you can hear in Sam Cooke's "Bring It On Home To Me," and so many more.
Was fortunate to see Leon about a year before he passed in a dinner theatre in Chicago. Diminished by age and infirmity, but still more soul in his little finger than most have in their whole body. RIP Leon. Your music lives on.
I was so privileged to see him perform this only months before he passed. He is truly a great artist/ songwriter 💙
He wrote many songs that you wouldn't have thought!
I was fortunate enough to see 30,000+ unexpected fans witness this amazing artist perform not only thiis song but several others, as well. He wrote many amazing songs for other artists during this time. Joe Crocker to mention one... he was very highly respected in the music industry. And he was way ahead of society in acceptance of all races joing together in love. His love of his life was a beautiful black woman.
1971 live in Cleveland
unforgetable,
Leon is a Legend
The man can seriously play the hell out of the piano and is an incredible songwriter. Listen to more of him!!! Listen to him and Mad Dogs and Englishmen backing Joe Cocker singing "With A Little Help From My Friends." INCREDIBLE!!!!!
The gentleman seen in the rocking chair at the opening is none other than the legendary bluesman Furry Lewis.
I loved this mans music, never again will we have music like this!
R.I.P. Leon 🙏 ❤
I saw him in concert at the Spectrum in Philadelphia around 1973. He put on one of the best concerts I’ve been to. RIP Leon.
You MUST listen to Lady Blue, another beautiful love song. 🎶❤👍👍👍
One of the most stunning love songs, ever written and performed. Bravo to you guys for discovering this musical master - and for having the good sense to not interrupt it in the middle.❤
One of the great!! Love you Leon ❤❤
Question , how in the world did 4 people hit the thumbs down tab ? They have NEVER been in love . Truely a GREAT song ! RIP Leon , your talents will be missed.
Leon Russell's Lady Blue is a must!!
When I think of Leon Russell, the song that comes to mind is LADY BLUE
leon russel was an amazing musician in many ways. this song alone is one of the most covered songs in history and has made other artist more famous. honestly i cant think of a better musicians or songwriter, only ones who on his level....maybe. The guy was pure music.
An amazing talent 👏 he was huge in the 70's l met him at the stove top lounge in Maple leaf Gardens in Toronto. A very gentle man who much preferred a wink and a smile over words. Very quiet introverted Beautiful soul....until he performed. MAGIC. R.I.P.
Love this song. We had the best music in the world.
BB King recorded Leon's Hummingbird. He asked Leon to arrange and play on it, along with him. Check out Leon' version. It's gospel ala Russell style.
A really cool reaction, Shawn & Mel. Russell was a truly exceptional figure in music history; a singular talent and personality. Along with other classics of his ppl have recommended, I'd also suggest "Manhattan Island Serenade", "Hummingbird", and any of his great covers he did; esp. live.
RIP Leon. The Master of Space & Time.
Ray Charles did a wonderful cover of this.
Many have covered this but to me none have equaled this performance , danced with my late wife at our wedding to this . Still brings tears to my eyes
Great choice, please another live video with Leon and Joe Cocker - Mad dogs & Englishmen tour "Delta lady" or "Cry me a river" , love your reactions, greetings from Berlin
Cry me a river🎩🎹🎙❤❤
Thank you two lovely people
Look at the surrounding. One man and a piano a mic and a stool
It's more emotional because he wrote it for his girlfriend at the time, Rita Coolidge! He also wrote Delta Lady for her. Check it out he performs mit in this same Homewood session. Leon Russell was a national treasure!
Leon was the real deal R.I.P.
A beautiful humble soul
Just came across your reaction to this song. Umm-umm STILL GIVES ME CHILLS 😊 "I love you in a place where there's no space and time"..... BRILLIANT 👏👏👏❤️💥
Thank you so much for honoring the incredible Leon Russell!!! ❤️🥰❤️
One of my favorite artists, very underappreciated.
Leon was great and this is my favorite by him. Was fortunate enough to see him at the Exit Inn in Nashville
Love this song, also Lady Blue. He was such a great artist, it is hard to pick one favorite
Please check out his induction into the rock and roll hall of fame. Underrated artist for sure
Check out his song "Tight Rope". One of my moms favs. Great music selection y'all do.
I was fortunate enough to see Leon here in hilo hawaii in 2007 at the palace theater. He played all his hits. I still have the concert poster on my wall
This song and Delta Lady were written about his some time lover Rita Coolridge. Many have covered but no one can sing it like Leon!
Thankyou for putting all this good music on. People deserve to know. And enjoy. You are such a sweet couple. I really wish you all the best. Peace. And Love, Laura
And, for this woman anyway, this man was sexy beyond belief. 😊
Rest in Peace Leon!
Leon is from my town so I've seen him perform a lot. He lived next door to my friend. Elton John helped Leon rebound his career in the later years by recording an album together. Elton said Leon was his mentor & they had a 40 year friendship. Requesting Stranger in a Strangeland.
give Leon Russell Masquerade or Lady Blue or Delta Lady or Tightrope or Stranger In A Strange Land thanks
This was Leon's GEM. This song brings me to tears especially when Donny Hathaway does it!!!
Please do more Leon . He is amazing!
Check out Leon's song called One More Love Song. It will take you to church!
Love his original song and Donny's wonderful cover. Carpenters did a beautiful cover to this song as well. There are MANY beautiful covers out there to this song!
Joe Cocker did a cover of this song that is messmerizing. He released it on his "Stingray" record (1976). Lady Blue and Back To The Island are my favorite Leon Russell songs. Elton John called him his mentor when he was growing up. Leon performed with many of the Rock ICONS, Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, Ringo Starr, George Harrison, etc, etc. His 60-year career spanned many genres; country, gospel, bluegrass, R&B, rock, and blues. He recorded 33 records and was inducted to the R&R HOF in 2011 and has been recorded by more than 200 artists. Nominated for 8 Grammys during his career, winning two. Some must-listen suggestions: Tight Rope, Back to the Island, Out in the Woods, Lady Blue, A Song For You, and Masquerade (Masquerade was covered by more than 75 artists). Thanks for reacting.
Oh this is for the love of my life! My soul mate! My Scorpio Man, the one who truly lit my fire! R.I.P Mike, I miss you my love 🔥
I think this guy was great and close friend with an other great song writer, JJ CALE. A great to go listening too please,
Daniel, depuis St Emile de suffolk Québec merci
Leon wrote "This Song for you"but Donny Hathaway put his whole heart and Soul into performing it.
I like Leon singing" Lady Blue."The music production is light and airy, very beautiful .That sax is well placed ,just right.
Y'all are doing our music justice.Keep going guys.We are watching , listening ,and appreciating your reactions.
Leon is a great songwriter , singer and pianist. He wrote so many songs that others recorded.
Omg
Gotta listen to Rainbow in your Eyes.
Last blue by Leon , epic love song
Leon Russell is one of the most best singer/songwriters of all time. Others mentioned his musicianship as part of the famous Wrecking Crew of backup musicians, but he had an amazing career as a solo artist, too. I hope you will listen to something from his 1973 album Leon Live. In concert, Leon played and sang at least 1 1/2 times as fast as his recordings. Try Prince of Peace or Shootout on the Plantation from that album. If you don’t catch all the words, that’s ok. Just let Leon rock out, and you can read the words later. He was like a gospel preacher in the house of rock and roll. Greatly influenced by Little Richard, Leon in turn influenced Elton John.
GREAT song and artist to react to!!!!! I really love Willie Nelson's version of this Leon Russel song as well 💖
💜 Back to the Island 💙
Been covered by EVERYONE, some love for the great Leon Russell.
Leon Russell is from my town of Tulsa. At that time, Tulsa was a music hot spot.
Saw him at the Rhythm Room in Phoenix, when he was recovering from some neuro problems....but brilliant performance. Standing room only...WAAAY over the fire code cap.
Petfection.
Try 'Stranger in a Strange Land'.
Beautiful
I appreciate Donny’s version but Leon’s is so real and raw. Loved him. R.I.P. ❤️🙏🏻
Nice haircut Mel! You look beautiful!
What a cool dude. 😎 I think that song is truly a masterpiece. Nuff said.
LEON RUSSELL....MASTER OF SPACE AND TIME 🎩🎹🎼🎙🔥❤❤❤
Check out Mad Dogs and Englishmen...Leon Russell and Joe Cocker👏👏👏
My musical soul brother. Always loved Leon. You could react to ANYTHING from either of his albums, The Best of Leon or Will O the Wisp and you couldn't go wrong. 💜💚💛✌️
A great, totally under-appreciated singer-songwriter and pianist. Try Crystal Closet Queen or Prince of Peace or especially Stranger in a Strange Land.
Leon was a UNIQUE talent, an incredible mix of rock and blues. Check out “Tightrope’ by him. He married a beautiful black woman in the mid 70s and released The Wedding Album which they performed together. For a REAL treat check out “Windsong” from that album.
Thank you for sharing this!
Eternal cool!
A true American icon who took a church and turned it into a recording studio that is world famous and is called simply "The Church Studio." It's located in Tulsa Oklahoma and the recording artist who have done their recordings there are legends of rock & roll history. This great singer/songwriter and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, who Elton John helped induct into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Co-wrote the multiplatinum song? "Superstar." It was made famous by "The Carpenters" in [1971] and later by Luther Vandross in [1988]. His [Leon Russell] music is worth going down the rabbit hole.
Note: This video of Leon Russell singing his song "A Song for You." Was actually done at his famous "Church Studio" in Tulsa Oklahoma.
Please do "Lady Blue" next.