Janovitz, Bill
Leon Russell: The Master of Space and Time's Journey Through Rock & Roll History
- ISBN 13:
- 9780306924781
- author:
- Janovitz, Bill
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Hachette Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 608
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.3 x 3.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Composers & Musicians, Music,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Leon Russell: A Life of Musical Innovation and Enduring Influence Leon Russell was a musician, composer, and performer whose career spanned multiple decades and genres. As a teenager, he toured with Jerry Lee Lewis, and went on to play piano on records by Frank Sinatra, The Beach Boys, and Phil Spector, among others. He was a key figure in the development of rock music, influencing artists such as Elton John, Eric Clapton, and Willie Nelson. Russell's own music career was marked by his ability to assemble diverse bands and create free-spirited atmospheres for musicians to collaborate. He was also a pioneer in the music industry, founding Shelter Records in 1969, which released the debut albums of Tom Petty, the Gap Band, Phoebe Snow, and J.J. Cale. His impact on the music world extends beyond his own performances, with many of his collaborations and innovations continuing to shape the industry today. This biography offers a comprehensive look at Russell's life and career, shedding light on his enduring influence on rock music and the many artists he inspired.
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