I feel like Leon got old before his time. And maybe bcse he struggled w/some health issues from when he was a young boy? But for instance, he is only 61 yrs old in this interview & I think due to the white hair & the clothes he wears, it makes him, imho, look about 10yrs older than he actually was! I just didn't want him to age so quickly - he was so beautiful & I wanted him to be here longer!! I only just discovered him a couple of years ago...
I just tripped on this and wow....how cool is this ...I was at that show in the 1st row that night at the Opera House and got stuff signed at the bus afterwards..great show saw him several times over the years back then.Thanx for sharing take care
I saw him in concert around 1992 and he was a total disaster, like you would not believe. He was a washed up piece of garbage. The concert was so bad I left part way through. Leon was so screwed up even earlier in his life, that he married a BLACK WOMAN!!! How DISGUSTING is THAT??? In Leon's entire CAREER of 60 years he only had 3 decent songs. Others like The Carpenters and Joe Cocker took a few of his lame songs and made them better. For anyone who says he sounded GOOD in concert, they are just "hangers-on" to the brief moments of sanity he had where he created any decent songs.
Memories from way back. When the Cardinals were on TV we would turn the sound down on the TV, then tune in KMOX to listen to the play by play from Jack Buck and Mike Shannon. Classic….
My son lives in his house in Gatlin Tenn. Staying with his Aunt going to collage. Guest house and recording studio still there. And the barn where he kept his tour bus.
Leon is sounding as good as ever . Im from Oklahoma and heard " Back to the island " in 1976 as a wee child and been a huge fan ever since . It dont get no better than Leon Russell .
Having seen Leon just last week in a good sized room in Tahoe, I find it hard to believe this interview was from 2003!!! He seems so much younger and more vital now in 2015! WOW, the man is timeless, and tireless, played about 20 days this month. The band is him and three musicians now and he sounds GREAT! My favorite set was just him and the piano. The CD "Signature Songs" is just like live! Thank you Leon, for sharing your songs and stories with us for all these years! The feeling of instant intimacy at your show was palpable! And, no 👓 meant we could see your wonderful facial expressions! See you next time!
@@changstein ... that's debatable... are we talking hits etc ... the ASYLUM CHOIR recordings were very early .... he can also be heard vocally on Never Ending Song Of Love by Delaney Bonnie & Friends ruclips.net/video/WCrZ5CN7ymc/видео.html
@TheBasenjiman Leon has some serious medical issues, he is sometimes in a wheelchair. Elton John is brilliant enough to realize what a talent Leon is, they've been on a world tour together. As far as "small" venues go, that's Leon. He loves his music, and does it wherever it's appreciated. Cate
Ty omg a song a time I lost my mom beyond the veil.... celebrating the Lord amen and amen your blessings keep me going
I feel like Leon got old before his time. And maybe bcse he struggled w/some health issues from when he was a young boy? But for instance, he is only 61 yrs old in this interview & I think due to the white hair & the clothes he wears, it makes him, imho, look about 10yrs older than he actually was! I just didn't want him to age so quickly - he was so beautiful & I wanted him to be here longer!! I only just discovered him a couple of years ago...
I think Mary destroyed Leon's heart.
WALNUT PARK ORIGINALS WHO REMEMBERS THESE BROTHERS 🤨🤨🤨🤨
This song got me into Leon Russell 😍
Had the privilege of seeing him in person Many Times! Always a thrill!!
He’s such a legend ❤❤RIP
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ thank you
Leon Russell...Dr John?..hmm let me thunk
I just tripped on this and wow....how cool is this ...I was at that show in the 1st row that night at the Opera House and got stuff signed at the bus afterwards..great show saw him several times over the years back then.Thanx for sharing take care
Like a rubber neck giraffe you looked in my past
I saw him in concert around 1992 and he was a total disaster, like you would not believe. He was a washed up piece of garbage. The concert was so bad I left part way through. Leon was so screwed up even earlier in his life, that he married a BLACK WOMAN!!! How DISGUSTING is THAT??? In Leon's entire CAREER of 60 years he only had 3 decent songs. Others like The Carpenters and Joe Cocker took a few of his lame songs and made them better. For anyone who says he sounded GOOD in concert, they are just "hangers-on" to the brief moments of sanity he had where he created any decent songs.
Bloody ledgend 🍄♥🍒🌵🍄♥🎻🎹
Memories from way back. When the Cardinals were on TV we would turn the sound down on the TV, then tune in KMOX to listen to the play by play from Jack Buck and Mike Shannon. Classic….
Merci Leon. This must have been before his brain surgery.
She is so awesome! I love her! ❤️
Update he's been put up with George Harrison hall of frame! He deserves it 👏
What a shitty interviewer, dumb questions to a musical genius!
That Lady’s and Gentlemen is a True Legend! And so not appreciated GOD bless Leon Russell 👍🏻🙏🏻
These are so funny! Thanks for sharing.
Best thing to ever come out of Tulsa OK. He made me want to quit my job at the Safeway store & play rock & roll.
I saw Leon in concert more than any other artist , while I enjoyed them all , his shows in the late 70's and early 80's were my favorites
The great Leon Russell, Joe Cockers mate.
My son lives in his house in Gatlin Tenn. Staying with his Aunt going to collage. Guest house and recording studio still there. And the barn where he kept his tour bus.
Leon Russell is Pontifex Maximus! Oh by the way, as Leon once say; have you made your peace with Jesus yet today?
What was the song ?
Pieces Apple Lady
I believe he went into Hummingbird
@@HalfassDIYagree, Pisces Apple Lady; it was the song about her.
Nice work there, Bert! Wow! So cool! You're pretty funny! lol Where's Mary?
God bless Leon. What an incredible life of music he had. Miss you and your great music.
Everyone on Utube is a kiss ass.
Legends should be unknown. Don't talk to kids.
Rest in Paradise Master of Space and Time
Leon is sounding as good as ever . Im from Oklahoma and heard " Back to the island " in 1976 as a wee child and been a huge fan ever since . It dont get no better than Leon Russell .
I knew Al Canal - wish I could find my hat.
Having seen Leon just last week in a good sized room in Tahoe, I find it hard to believe this interview was from 2003!!! He seems so much younger and more vital now in 2015! WOW, the man is timeless, and tireless, played about 20 days this month. The band is him and three musicians now and he sounds GREAT! My favorite set was just him and the piano. The CD "Signature Songs" is just like live! Thank you Leon, for sharing your songs and stories with us for all these years! The feeling of instant intimacy at your show was palpable! And, no 👓 meant we could see your wonderful facial expressions! See you next time!
Everybody has trouble remembering the words to hundreds of songs. You should get up on stage in front of thousands of people and try it sometime.
Wouldn't you. With or w/o cocktails, he has done more lyrics than most read... An under-recognized music MAN.
what was the first song he was singing
+Joey Busche "Tight Rope", from the Carney album
@@changstein ... that's debatable... are we talking hits etc ... the ASYLUM CHOIR recordings were very early .... he can also be heard vocally on Never Ending Song Of Love by Delaney Bonnie & Friends ruclips.net/video/WCrZ5CN7ymc/видео.html
Leon got his Urkel pants on, DAMN.
Hey he could do worse
Leon Russell has been my Idol for over 40 yrs. He's made me sing,made me cry,and made me a better person. Thanks for sharing this interview.
mary mccreary? that black lady from sly and the family stone
jogmas12 she was never in Sly’s band
@@peggykerby9608 Yes she was. She was part of Little Sister.
Yep. She was married to Leon from 1975 to 1980.
he is not a nerd
This is kinda sad.
So lovely to hear him chatting and sounding so well. Awesome.
Thanks, tomspiritmist - It was a thrill for me!
@sprngh2o Hey - inquiring minds want to know!
@TheBasenjiman Leon has some serious medical issues, he is sometimes in a wheelchair. Elton John is brilliant enough to realize what a talent Leon is, they've been on a world tour together. As far as "small" venues go, that's Leon. He loves his music, and does it wherever it's appreciated. Cate
Thanks, cyclo1224!
The hearse drapery makes it.
I have noticed Leon uses a computer for his lyrics.. does he have trouble remembering the words or what?