Leon Russell – Leon Russell (1970) [Japanese Limited SHM-SACD 2014] {SACD ISO + FLAC 24bit/88,2kHz}

Leon Russell never quite hit all the right notes the way he did on his eponymous debut. He never again seemed as convincing in his grasp of Americana music and themes, never again seemed as individual, and never again did his limited, slurred bluesy voice seem as ingratiating. He never again topped his triptych of “A Song for You,” “Hummingbird,” and “Delta Lady,” nor did his albums contain such fine tracks as “Dixie Lullaby.” Throughout it all, what comes across is Russell’s idiosyncratic vision, not only in his approach but in his very construction — none of the songs quite play out as expected, turning country, blues, and rock inside out, not only musically but lyrically. Yes, his voice is a bit of an acquired taste, but it’s only appropriate for a songwriter with enough chutzpah to write songs of his own called “I Put a Spell on You” and “Give Peace a Chance.” And if there ever was a place to acquire a taste for Russell, it’s here.

Tracklist:
01. A Song For You
02. Dixie Lullaby
03. I Put A Spell On You
04. Shoot Out On The Plantation
05. Hummingbird
06. Delta Lady
07. Prince Of Piece
08. Masters Of War
09. Give Peace A Chance
10. Hurtsome Body
11. Pisces Apple Lady
12. Roll Away The Stone

SACD ISO

mqslink.xyz_LenRussellLenRussell1970Japan2014SHMSACDIS.part1.rar
mqslink.xyz_LenRussellLenRussell1970Japan2014SHMSACDIS.part2.rar

FLAC 24bit/88,2kHz

mqslink.xyz_LenRussellLenRussell1970Japan2014FLAC2488.2.rar