Singer Leon Russell has past

by DWolfe
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Leon Russell, who sang, wrote and produced some of rock 'n' roll's top records, has died. He was 74.

An email from Leon Russell Records to The Associated Press says Russell died in Nashville "last night." The email cites Russell's wife as the source of the information. Russell had heart bypass surgery in July and was recovering from that at the time of his death. He had been planning on resuming touring in January, the email said.

Russell's official website says the musician died Sunday, also citing his wife as the source of the information.

Besides his music, Russell was known for his striking appearance: wispy white hair halfway down his back and that covered much of his face.

He wrote Joe Cocker's "Delta Lady" and in 1969 put together Cocker's "Mad Dogs and Englishmen" tour, which spawned a documentary film and a hit double album.
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    Originally Posted by DWolfe View Post

    He wrote Joe Cocker's "Delta Lady" and in 1969 put together Cocker's "Mad Dogs and Englishmen" tour, which spawned a documentary film and a hit double album.
    Saw that show at Albright College in Reading, PA. Smoked hash for the entire drive from Philly. One of the best concerts I ever attended, at least what I remember of it. :-)

    Leon was one strange dude. RIP, Leon.

    Frank
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