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Reviving Leon Russell: New music video for ‘A Song For You’ unveils rare footage of rock legend

Experience the musical genius of Leon Russell in a long-awaited music video for ‘A Song For You’, featuring rare archival footage.

Leon Russell‘s timeless classic, “A Song For You,” gets a poignant music video treatment, featuring rare archival footage of the late musician from his personal archive. Set to an intimate recording of the acclaimed track, which was recently re-released as part of his Signature Songs album, the music video provides a glimpse into Russell’s illustrious career at its peak.

The long-out-of-print 2001 release, re-issued by Dark Horse Records, founded by George Harrison, showcases Russell’s reinvented classics, featuring stripped-down versions and unique re-imaginings of hits spanning his impressive 60-year career.

As a Rock & Roll and Songwriters’ Hall of Famer, Russell’s talent shines through in Signature Songs, serving as a vivid reminder of his musical genius. His career intersected with fellow icons like Elton John, Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, and many more, leaving an indelible mark on the music industry. Tracks like “Tight Rope,” “Stranger In A Strange Land,” “The Masquerade,” and “Lady Blue,” along with “A Song For You,” became enduring rock standards, and can all be revisited in this re-issue.

Despite his passing in 2016, this year has been significant for Russell’s legacy. His life and career were recently chronicled in the biography “Leon Russell: The Master of Space and Time’s Journey Through Rock & Roll History,” offering insights into the complex artist that he was. Russell’s enduring influence on music continues to captivate fans, and this music video serves as a heartfelt tribute to his timeless artistry.