Leon Russell, member of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, dies at 74
Leon Russell, who emerged as a rock 'n' roll star in the 1970s after working behind the scenes as a session pianist for other musicians, died Sunday in Nashville, his wife Janet Bridges told CNN. He was 74.
Reuters — (Reuters) - Leon Russell, who played anonymously on dozens of pop hits as a much-in-demand studio pianist in the 1960s before emerging in the '70s as one of rock 'n' roll... more info
Stereogum — Southern rock legend Leon Russell died in his sleep in Nashville last night, NPR reports. The news was confirmed by Russell’s family in a post on his official website. ... more info
Brooklyn Vegan — Leon Russell has died at age 74. According to his official website, his wife said he passed in his sleep...
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CNN Showbiz — Leon Russell, who emerged as a rock 'n' roll star in the 1970s after working behind the scenes as a session pianist for other musicians, died Sunday in Nashville, his wif... more info