Leon Russell's Daughter Finds Magic In Tulsa's Church Studio 

What was the name of the church back then?

Check out Mad Dogs and Englishmen. Leon was a bandleader. A lot of craziness, but he led that band. Haven't seen Concert for Bangladesh in years, but it doesn't surprise me that Leon whipped it into shape.

@@neilcovey I recently watched footage from Mad Dogs and Englishmen and was surprised at the awkward onstage rivalry between Leon and Cocker. But there's no doubt Leon was the main reason that huge, disorganized stage show is remembered for electrifying performances that cemented Cocker's career. If you haven't, check out the 1964 TAMI concert in Santa Monica for a look at a young, clean shaved Wrecking-Crew era Leon, already a master band leader and rocking an Elvis-style pompadour.

@@FlyJohnny100 I haven't seen the film in years. But I have read that there was some friction between Leon and Joe.

@@neilcovey @Parker Arts The general story is that Joe was dissipated and exhausted even before the tour began (remember, he was mostly forced into doing in because promoters had booked shows...he'd fired/disbanded the Grease Band and really just wanted to rest). The excesses of the road life further wore away at Cocker's health even as he managed to pour his entire soul into each performance regardless of his level of inebriation. Leon, ever the field commander, pushed to keep the shows rolling and the audience entertained, even when Joe would have just as soon passed out and quit. Some saw it as Leon "grabbing the spotlight" from Joe. And to be truthful, there may have been some of that. But he was also a professional and a showman and if Joe wasn't going to "run the show", than Leon would.

@@FlyJohnny100 I have read that Joe JC called Leon LR for help as JC label had set up a tour that started in 3 weeks !!!! Imagine, 3 weeks !!! LR said he would but ONLY IF he had COMPLETE musical freedom to be the leader. Smart Leon.....

His children have his eyes!

PennyCilllin uhh/

YOU'VE GOT TO BE DEAF DUMB AND BLIND !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

+Spazz Matazz Yes!

I saw them at the Universal Amphitheater in '77.They sat facing each other at the keyboards. Very memorable concert. Leon Russell was 🌟 and his music, his style, were so beautiful.

Yes.

and gary busey who leon called teddy jack

+WHAT UP? -- Santa Claus is a myth. Her daddy is a true legend and was as real as can be. Now, what up?

Her dad was the finest musician and pianist on the circuit.

Her father Leon is a well to do legend. Shows what you know! He collaborated with some of the best names out there in addition to his own musical talent. He didn't keep himself in a genre box, either!

@@blackdog1153 how do i get intouch with alex chiger

OK Qbert.

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No, FYI Robert Bell. he did not have a son with Emily.

Blue Bridges-Fox i would certainly like to talk to you. i see the i land from Brookside. Adam is red, Eve is Blue.

Put on your glasses.