Leon Russell is a music legend and perhaps the most accomplished and versatile musician in the history of rock 'n roll. In his distinguished and unique 50 year career, he has played on, arranged, written and/or produced some of the best records in popular music.
In 1980-81, Leon toured with the New Grass Revival and released the 'Live Album' from their performances.
Leon Russell & New Grass Revival's The Live Album was recorded and videotaped on 5/15/80 at Perkins Palace in Pasadena, CA.
The concert often resembles a tent revival meeting, yet there's much variety here. Leon's take on "Over the Rainbow" is quite compelling. The Russell original, "Pilgrim Land" is a particular highlight. "Caribbean" was a c&w charter for Mitchell Torok three times between 1953 and '59. The fervent "Prince of Peace" and "...Sweet Baby's Arms" are quick tempoed. "...Strange Land" maintains that high energy; then it kicks into overdrive. Leon strips his vocal cords at its conclusion and during "...At the Meeting."
Fans of the ;ad Dogs & Englishmen, Concert For Bangladesh and Carney era Leon Russell will love this album. He's in his prime and putting on quite a show. Highest recommendation. (Annie van Auken)
Personnel:
Curtis Burch (dobro, guitar, background vocals)
Sam Bush (fiddle, mandolin, background vocals)
Ambrose Campbell (percussion)
John Cowan (bass, background vocals)
Courtney Johnson (banjo, background vocals)
Bill Kenner (mandolin)
Leon Russell (keyboards, vocals)
Tracklist:
01. Over the Rainbow (Arlen/Harburg) 3.31
02. I've Just Seen A Face (Lennon/McCartney) 1.36
03. One More Love Song (Russell) 3.48
04. Pilgrim Land (Russell) 2.20
05. Georgia Blues (Russell) 2.11
06. I Believe To My Soul (Charles) 3.21
07. Prince Of Peace (Dempsey/Russell) 3.11
08. Rollin' In My Sweet Baby's Arms (Russell/Traditional) 2.14
09. Stranger In A Strange Land (Preston/Russell) 3.09
10. I Want To Be At The Meeting (Russell/Traditional) 3.01
11. Wild Horses (Jagger/Richards) 4.31
12. Jambalaya (On The Bayou) (Williams) 1.50
13. Caribbean (Torok) 2.18
14. Jumpin' Jack Flash (Jagger/Richards) 2.36
ARMU 1966 (zippyshare)