Remembering Leon Russell: Collaborators & Admirers Share Condolences

By Andy Kahn Nov 14, 2016 7:49 am PST

Yesterday, accomplished musician Leon Russell died in his sleep at his home in Nashville at the age of 74. A highly regarded keyboardist, songwriter and arranger, Russell’s impressive resume includes his early days pioneering the Tulsa Sound, playing in the acclaimed hit-making Wrecking Crew, his contributions to scores of projects and a noteworthy solo career.

Many of his fellow musicians and others from the music industry have shared their thoughts on Leon’s passing via social media. Below is a collection of the tributes that have been shared by many of his collaborators and admirers in response to the loss of the Master Of Space And Time.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BMwgUmMhWbAlAEWsVAjZ1ZQL5zSGEN9Hy35KBE0/
https://twitter.com/SteveMartinToGo/status/797843324380004352
https://www.instagram.com/p/BMwaef_BEOJ/
https://twitter.com/SherylCrow/status/797881354591596544
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