Leon Russell


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Leon Russell
Leon Russell
Release Date: 1970 05 zz
Running Time: 57:26
Label: The Right Stuff
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Leon Russell never quite hit all the right notes the way he did on his eponymous debut. He never again seemed as convincing in his grasp of Americana music and themes, never again seemed as individual, and never again did his limited, slurred bluesy voice seem as ingratiating. He never again topped his triptych of "A Song for You," "Hummingbird," and "Delta Lady," nor did his albums contain such fine tracks as "Dixie Lullaby." Throughout it all, what comes across is Russell's idiosyncratic vision, not only in his approach but in his very construction -- none of the songs quite play out as expected, turning country, blues, and rock inside out, not only musically but lyrically. Yes, his voice is a bit of an acquired taste, but it's only appropriate for a songwriter with enough chutzpah to write songs of his own called "I Put a Spell on You" and "Give Peace a Chance." And if there ever was a place to acquire a taste for Russell, it's here. Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide

Tracks:
TitleComposerTime
1Song for YouRussell4:08
2Dixie LullabyStainton, Russell2:35
3I Put a Spell on YouRussell4:12
4Shoot Out on the Plantation [Solo Piano Version]Russell3:13
5HummingbirdRussell4:02
6Delta LadyRussell4:05
7Prince of PeaceRussell, Dempsey3:05
8Give Peace a ChanceRussell, Bramlett2:23
9Hurtsome BodyRussell3:39
10Pisces Apple LadyRussell2:53
11Roll Away the StoneDempsey, Russell3:10
12Masters of War (Old Masters) [*]Dylan1:24

Other Releases:
Leon Russell [Bonus Tracks]
Release Date: 1970
Label: DCC Compact Classics








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