I had not heard these songs for many years. Boy, what a treat to hear them again! This entire CD is top-notch quality music. The recording sounds fantastic and has some of the best musicians in the business. Leon's unique voice is so comforting to hear again. "Of Thee I Sing" is worth the price of admission alone.
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Wonderful music from the late, great, unique, Leon Russell!!!!
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After this album was first released in 1971 I wore out several copies, not to mention countless 8-Track and cassette tapes, through the years before it went 'out of print'. I just recently discovered this re-mix in CD format and I am sure to wear out a few copies of it, too. This earlier Classic Rock album is just as fresh as it was 36 years ago. The added BONUS TRACKS of three, previously unreleased, Bob Dylan covers are an exciting addition to an already fantastic, foot-stomping, great collection of Leon Russell's earlier high-spirited rock&roll. This re-mix is absolutely superb and of crystal clear, LIVE-LIKE quality. Don't miss the party; get a copy and CRANK IT UP!!!
This is a fantastic CD from Leon's early years. Highly recommended. Listening to it now. This is probably my favorite Leon Russell CD. I've got the old vinyl without the 's' logo blotted out. Apparently the 's' used was infringing on Superman comics logo. Well, Leon was the superman of this era!! Classic, classic, classic CD!! Prime Leon Russell. After almost 40 years, I still love this CD. Great tonal quality. His voice is untouchable. Just one of the best Leon albums, or for that matter, one of the best of the era!! A must own for any Leon fan!!
better than I remember
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Classic, classic, classic. In other words, classic Leon Russell. If you're over 50 years old Leon Russell has influenced much of your music, provided you're a rock'n roller. Why hasn't he been one of the more cited influences? He is, if you're a musician! Like Dr. John, Creedence, Allman Brothers, blues, swamp rock, or any American style rock? You gotta love Leon Russell, and this is one of the under-rated gems of his (older) catalog. Can't go wrong with this one.
great cd. thanks
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Just want I wanted. Thank you so much.
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I really like Leon Russell alot. I saw him in Lake Tahoe this year. This album is not his best. The songs I liked on this album can be found on many of his other albums.
this cd was one i hadin the 70s,but the idea of writing a r eview at the time of ordering instead of when i recieve it.
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