Leon Russell

Elton John will release his first solo studio album in seven years, The Diving Board, on September 24 via Capitol Records. While Elton released The Union in 2010 with Leon Russell, his last solo effort was 2006’s The Captain and the Kid.

Tagged as: 1970s, 2010s, Elton John, Leon Russell, rock, T-Bone Burnett, U.K.

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Willie Nelson Announces July 4 Picnic Line-up

by Paul Cashmere

Willie Nelson has announced the line-up for Willie’s Fourth of July Picnic in Fort Worth, Texas.

Tagged as: country, Folk Uke, Leon Russell, USA, Willie Nelson

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Paul Anka Releases New Duets Album And Autobiography

by Roger Wink, VVN Music

Paul Anka goes the partnering with other artists route with Duets, out April 9 on Legacy. The release date coincides with his new book My Way: An Autobiography.

Tagged as: 50s, Dolly Parton, Frank Sinatra, George Benson, Gloria Estefan, Leon Russell, Michael Jackson, Michael McDonald, My Way, Patti LaBelle, Paul Anka, Peter Cetera, pop, Tom Jones, U.S.A., Willie Nelson

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New Elton John Album In The Works

by Roger Wink, VVN Music

Elton John is looking for a September release for his 30th studio album, The Diving Board.

Tagged as: Doyle Bramhall, Elton John, Jack Ashford, Jay Bellerose, Keefus Ciancia, Leon Russell, motown, Raphael Saadiq

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Bluesfest Line-Up To Be Announced On September 20

by Paul Cashmere

Bluesfest will announce the first announcement for the 2013 event this Thursday, September 20.

Tagged as: B.B. King, Ben Harper, bluesfest, Bo Diddley, Bob Dylan, Byron Bay, Cold Chisel, Crosby Still & Nash, Donovan, Earth Wind & Fire, Elvis Costello, Iggy Pop, John Fogerty, Leon Russell, The Pogues, The Specials, Yes, ZZ Top

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The Elton John 24 Song Australian Setlist – 29-11-11

by Paul Cashmere

Elton John fans are in for another treat on his current Australian tour with a focus on the classic Madman Across The Water album and a showcase of song’s from last year’s ‘The Union’ album with Leon Russell.

Tagged as: 70s, Australian Tour, classic rock, Elton John, Leon Russell, rock, UK

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R.I.P. John Miles at 72

John Miles, best known for the 1976 hit ‘Music’, has died at the age of 72.

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The Cure Reveals 2022 Dates

The Cure have announced a 44-date UK and European tour for 2022.

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Soul Icons The Temptations To Release New Album Temptations 60 in 2022

Legendary soul group The Temptations will release a brand new album of mostly original songs in 2022. ‘Temptations 60’ comes 60 years after the first single for The Temptations ‘Oh Mother of Mine’ in 1961.

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Electric Light Orchestra’s First Album Turns 50

‘Electric Light Orchestra’, the first album for Electric Light Orchestra, was released 50 years ago on 3 December 1971.

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The Rolling Stones Will Tour Again

It sounds like The Rolling Stones are already planning another tour. After just wrapping up the No Filter shows in the USA, bass player Darryl Jones is alluding to another tour soon.

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