Leon Russell

[dartman1965]

Are there any Leon experts here?I am trying to find a video he did in 1964ish.He was clean cut wearing a suit playing a piano.I can not remember the title but will know it when I hear it.Can anyone help me because it's killing me I cant remember it.

 

[memike]

He played for a small bunch here in northeast Arkansas a member here and I went and watched him, @Small Block and I had a blast

 

[dartman1965]

I saw him in upstate NY years ago.I dont think you could go to a bad Leon Russell concert....

 

[hosehead]

Hey dart man! I can find out tomorrow, I have a buddy who knows a lot about him. He's always been one of my favorite fellow okies! I got to meet him once. Great guy and a unique talent. He is missed badly around my house!

 

[The Claw]

One of these maybe?

 

[adriver]

I don't know, but I'm digging the roller pin.

 

[dartman1965]

Hey Claw,that second vid is the one I was looking for,any idea the name of the song? Thanks,it was driving me nuts......

 

[dartman1965]

Yeah that rolling pin's crazy........

I don't know, but I'm digging the roller pin.

 

[BoogieMan67]

He played piano for gary lewis and the playboys. On this diamond ring dosent shine for me anymore.

 

[dartman1965]

Did not know that but I know he played with a lot of people........

 

[gogodart]

omg so brings back memories so sadly missed! thanks for the post

 

[memike]

Had to share with Leon Russel fans,, RIP brother, we had a great time seeing him here in northeast Arkansas

 

[norshorblufish]

If you haven't found the name of the song it's called HI Heel Sneakers.