The sad passing of Leon Russell in November 2016 had many of us reappraising both his career achievements and his marvellous songbook. The posthumous release of his final album On A Distant Shore ...

Written by Leon Russell, the song first appeared on his self-titled 1970 debut solo album, Leon Russell. It's an achingly beautiful song, for which Leon Russell delivers a heartfelt performance.

The final album by Leon Russell, the great singer-songwriter who passed away in November 2016, will be released by Palmetto Records on 22 September. On A Distant Shore consists of songs which he ...