Sun, Jul 20th
Leon Russell with Olivia Pierson with Nathan James
8:00 PM Doors at 7:00 PM
$23.00 / $25.00 day of show
Leon Russell played on, produced, arranged, and wrote some of rock and roll’s most successful and important records. George Benson’s cover of “This Masquerade” written by Leon was the first song in music history to occupy the number one spot on the jazz, pop, and R&B charts. “This Masquerade also “Record of the Year” and a Grammy in 1976. He released four Gold Albums and had a hand in many other chart hits including “Superstar,” and a “A Song For You.”.
Leon was instrumental in some of Joe Cocker’s biggest hits, including, perhaps, the defining song of Joe Cocker’s career, “Delta Lady,” written by Leon. The Carpenters struck gold with Leon’s song “Superstar,” Ray Charles covered “A Song For You,” and B.B… (Read More)
Started out as guitarist for the Blues Pharohs, then joined Billy Watson’s band at age 18. Played in Johnny Dyer and Jamie Wood’s bands just before joining the James Harman band and started touring at 19. Started playing solo at 22… (Read More)
Adventure and exploration. Since moving to Southern California from the East Coast my life and singing can be defined by this. I currently work with a band based in Santa Ana and sing with other creative musicians in the area. An… (Read More)
