Leon and Mary Russell Marriage Program NL 1976 - NA

This is a signed Program by Leon Russell in the spring of 1976 at the Penthouse of the Omni hotel during the 1976 NAMM show (National Association of Musical Merchants) I had him sign the program while I was there. You can verify signature at your cost, but it truly is Leon’s sig, should have got Mary’s was sitting right beside him.

The 1976 tour featuring Leon and Mary Russell, often associated with their Wedding Albumrelease, was characterized by a "soul/funk" and "swamp-funk" sound, showcasing Mary's versatile vocals alongside Leon’s signature piano. The show was described as a non-stop performance featuring intimate staging where Mary's electric organ faced Leon's piano. Facebook +2Key Aspects of the 1976 Tour & Program

• Performance Style: The show featured a mixture of R&B, funk, and rock. Mary Russell was credited with boosting the crowd's energy with her singing and movement, moving away from a traditional piano-only solo show.
• Show Set-Up: The stage setup featured tight, direct interaction between Leon and Mary, often highlighted with spotlights.
• Setlist Highlights: Performances included songs from the Wedding Album, such as "Satisfy You," "Daylight," "You Are On My Mind," "Quiet Nights," and "Rainbow In Your Eyes," along with Leon's previous hits like "Lady Blue".
• Encores & Guests: Shows included encores featuring boogie numbers. Paul Butterfield was noted as a guest artist playing harmonica on some dates.
• Tour Context: The tour supported their collaborative "Wedding Album," which was released in 1976 on Paradise Records and produced by the pair along with Bobby Womack.