Tag Archives: Leon Russell

Sidekicks, sidemen made The Rolling Stones rock

August 1, 2012 | Susan Sliwicki | 0

Although they received little credit at the time, a number of outstanding musicians contributed to the Rolling Stones’ sound, both in the studio and on the road. ►

Rock Hall of Fame selections again raise questions

December 8, 2011 | Phill | 2

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame selection process continues to raise disturbing questions ►

Sideman Leon Russell finally takes center stage in the Rock Hall

November 2, 2011 | Susan Sliwicki | 0

The guys in ZZ Top have seen each other’s faces more recently than Claude Russell Bridges — aka Leon Russell — has seen his own. He’s hidden mysteriously behind those shades, a cowboy hat, a different name, and that long white flowing hair and beard for 40 years now. ►

Country Hall Of Fame Got It Right, Can Rock Hall Do The Same?

June 23, 2011 | Phill | 8

Glen Campbell, a Country Music Hall of Fame inductee, also belongs in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ►

On Newsstands Now: Metallica, Motorhead headline Goldmine’s metal issue

May 4, 2011 | Susan Sliwicki | 0

Grab your neck brace and call the chiropractor: It’s time to bang your head with Goldmine’s May 2011 Heavy Metal issue, on newsstands now! ►

Kris Kristofferson to take Loretta Lynn’s slot at Stagecoach festival

April 22, 2011 | Chris Junior | 0

Two-day, country-themed event begins April 30 in California ►

The Smiths – An Ordinary Name for the Rock Hall of Fame

March 31, 2011 | Phill | 0

Led by controversial lead singer Morrissey, The Smiths became one of Britain’s most beloved bands ►

This year’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony worth watching

March 20, 2011 | princep | 2

It’s a must-see on Fuse tv tonight. Great night had by all, well deserving musical legends inducted. Job well done. ►

Phil Spector, the musical legacy: Part two

March 2, 2011 | princep | 1

In part two of a four-part series, author Harvey Kubernik continues to tell the life story of Phil Spector. ►

Songwriters Hall of Fame’s class of 2011 to include Allen Toussaint, Leon Russell

February 22, 2011 | Chris Junior | 0

Annual ceremony is set for June 16 in New York ►