The Most Holy of Unions: Elton John and Leon Russell
Pianists and master songwriters Elton John and Leon Russell will release The Union, an album full of gospel soul and balladry that may make you cry during at least one listen. The ages of John and Russell mean nothing to them at this point; for them, age has no boundaries, only more songs to be sung and stories to tell. The Union, as David Fricke puts it, seems like a "conversation" between two friends. And that's exactly was it is. The album is touching and sassy at times--despite their ages, John and Russell are as sincere and saltier than ever. More importantly, the duo represent the legendary musical friendships that we never had the pleasure of seeing in our generation: Lennon and McCartney, Hendrix and Townsend, Cash and Lewis. However, this perfect union says it best: "Your my best friend. You've shared my crazy ways."
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