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Russell Leon Band
Folk Rock / Indie / Pop

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Toronto
Canada

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Member Since5/11/2006
Band Websitehttp://www.rleonband.com
Band MembersRussell Leon
- lead vox & guitars
Marcus Walker
- bass & backing vox
Larry Kline
- drums & backing vox
Ansgar Schroer
- harmonicas & congas
Brian Elkin
- trumpet & keys
Keith Reid
- saxophone & percussion
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   About Russell Leon Band

The Russell Leon Band released its debut album, If Red Was Green, on April 26. Recorded at The Rogue Studios in Toronto and produced by Geoffrey McPeek (formerly of Daddys of Eden and Brule Sound Pharmacy), the CD features 11 original songs that take the listener on an irresistible ride through a range of musical styles and emotions.

Opening with "I Want Your Love," the band sets up a jazzy feel that melds into the blues groove of "Loopy." "Friday" is a straight-up rocker, while "The Beginning of the End" is a heart-felt folk ballad. "Cuba" spices things up with a Latin vibe and "The Wild" draws on reggae and funk to tell an environmental tale.



The Russell Leon Band has opened for legendary performers Leon Russell and Ike Turner, in addition to playing numerous festivals and benefit concerts. As well as maintaining a busy performance schedule, Russell produces and hosts Songwriters Unite!, a collective of more than 400 singer/songwriters across North America.



Russell spent his early years travelling across Canada and the USA. When he was six, he and his mother settled on a commune in the Ottawa Valley where they lived without electricity or running water. "It gave me a real appreciation for the arts," explains Russell. "I had no TV or electricity, so spending time with my guitar and friends made me a musician."

Russell moved to Toronto in order to study music at York University. Intensive studies, busking on the street, and playing in clubs immersed him in the city's cultural diversity, expanding his musical landscape and inspiring him as a songwriter. In 2000, Russell released a self-titled six-song EP.

Getting people involved with his music is key for Russell. "When you play live and connect with a person who says, 'I had that experience in 'The Beginning Of The End.' I fell in love with this girl and she didn't love me.' When you connect with people that way," explains Russell, "it's hugely rewarding." Making an impact lyrically while getting people on their feet in a live setting is no easy task, but the Russell Leon Band accomplishes exactly that.






Check out our latest video single "The Beginning Of The End" from the album "If Red Was Green". Enjoy!







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Liam Titcomb





Jul 10 2009 11:45 PM



Hey guys,



I'm hitting the road in a couple of weeks to raise money for War Child,
Coast-to-coast – 50 cities – ALL PROCEEDS TO WARCHILD. Why? 66% of all
war victims are CHILDREN. Shocked like me? War Child helps these
children that have been affected by war. Check out the new blog – the
whole story is up there. Love to have you be a part of it.

You’ll find a Blog, Tour page and a Bio page. I’ll be blogging daily from the road.



http://www.liamtitcomb.com/warchild/



I've also got this “widget” for a FREE download of 5
songs. Please send it on to your peeps – to help raise awareness of War
Child and the tour.





You can also embed this widget in your facebook, myspace etc. I’d really appreciate that.

We have permission from Sony ATV publishing to give the songs away from now till the end of the tour... So let’s work it.

Thanks,



-Liam


RAS ALLOVER





May 30 2009 7:33 AM




















Mark Weinstock





Apr 24 2009 1:14 AM

Hey Russ, Sweet catching you live again...sounding great.
RAS ALLOVER





Apr 22 2009 9:27 PM



The Molas





Apr 16 2009 5:46 PM

We just posted a new tune called "How I Hate the News". See if you share our sentiments.


Russell Leon Band





Mar 26 2009 7:12 PM

SCHLEUSOLZ


Online Now!


Mar 23 2009 6:07 PM

NEW: SCHLEUSOLZ album "Running out of time" is out now

available on iTunes,
Amazon


and here:

..SCHLEUSOLZ: Running Out of Time..
INDIECAN MUSIC





Mar 6 2009 5:56 AM

IndieCan is so pleased to share music from The Russell Leon Band on episode 122 of IndieCan Radio because it's so damn cool. We're on XM Satellite Radio, a bunch of great Canadian FM stations, two internet radio stations and 120 countries find us and listen at http://www. indiecan. com/radio. htm

Here comes CMW - OMG!!!

Joe C
host
IndieCan Radio
www. indiecan. com
info@indiecan.com
Featherperm Records





Mar 6 2009 5:00 AM

Thank you for staying connected!!! Enjoy the music in 2009 and beyond...

-Featherperm


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The Blue Room Cafe





Jan 11 2009 2:38 AM

OPEN MIC's BEGIN JAN. 29!

aortal





Nov 15 2008 7:22 PM

hey
we just finished the music video for our song 'BURN' you can watch it on our profile page or here-

http://www. youtube. com/watch?v=Zv8wZ3c4P4c

let us know what ye think!! :-)

james,conor and jay
Zing





Nov 6 2008 1:17 PM

Thanks for the add...BIG shout out to Ansgar!

Tom Lynn
DobaCaracol





Oct 24 2008 2:15 PM

*Allo Russell Leon Band!
I invite you to check out my solo project, my new album « L’arbre aux parfums » is now released.
To hear exerts and adventure in my fragile garden, please feel free:
www. myspace. com/caracolmusique
Many thanks !
CARACOL*
Mark Weinstock





Sep 22 2008 4:34 PM

Hey Russell, Great connecting and sharing music at the Cameron. Looking forward to the next time.
Be well,
Mark
KindRecords
THE FUTZ





Jul 21 2008 5:41 PM

Hey thanks for hosting at the Cameron...We had a hot and steamy good time...that doesn't sound right does it!!!
Danny Echo





Jun 16 2008 9:16 PM

Thanks for the add! For that you get a...

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Cheers,
Danny Echo
Run With The Kittens





Mar 25 2008 3:21 PM

it's pony time!
Makeda Taylor





Jan 26 2008 2:22 PM

Russell
Long time no connect...Do you remember meeting me at a photocopier place on College in 2003?..You made a lasting impression. You are an indie inspiration. Thanks for sharing your passion for music...
Good luck with Winterfolk.
xx Makeda
Aaron Wrixon





Jan 2 2008 12:12 AM

Happy new year! Hope you're well. Come see me online sometime.
Canary Mine





Dec 3 2007 10:35 PM

merry ho ho.
smooches from the mine
Lila Rose





Nov 25 2007 3:36 AM

Hey Russell,
Missing the classes and thinking of you... Been doing studio stuff, but I'm almost through!
Hope to see you soon!
Mucho love, Lila
RAGNI





Jul 8 2007 6:08 PM

hi, russell! so pleased to meet you. thank you for finding us and adding us to your list of friends. hope you enjoy our music a little bit...

b.
www.ragni.org


Toronto Songwriters' Festival





Jul 2 2007 4:35 PM

Hey Russell Leon Band,

Thanks for adding the power of your personal brand of magic to last year's festival. To see what we accomplished with the money we raised drop by www.jaidee.smugmug.com. Looked forward to doing it all again this year!

Best,
Shawn Phelps
Toronto Songwriters' Festival
www.torontosongwritersfestival.com
www.jaideechildrensfund.org
Dawna Lee





Jul 1 2007 4:24 PM

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Nathan Kaye נתן





Jun 30 2007 5:53 AM

Shalom Salaam,
Big thanks for jumping into my cyber-rainforest & now we're myspace friends... Sweet..

I hope this day brings you something truly amazing!

Blessings to you on your path...
Peace,
Nathan Kaye
music for the people & our planet...
www.nathankaye.com

PS. seize the minute...
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