The tour that catapulted Leon Russell to fame

On April 21, 1970, Tulsans paid $4 (advance tickets were $3.50) to experience the Joe Cocker’s Mad Dogs & Englishmen Tour (what would eventually be regarded as one of the most legendary tours in concert history). The ringmaster/bandleader of the sprawling tour was Tulsa’s Leon Russell, who was springboarded to fame by his presence on the tour. Jimmie Tramel and James Watts talk about Mark Bego’s newest celebrity biography, “Joe Cocker: With A Lot of Help from His Friends,” which shares this and other stories. Plus, previews of upcoming Scene content. Related Mad Dogs and Tulsans: Joe Cocker's life explored in new book New Marvel series 'Echo' is an Oklahoma story with Choctaw hero Best bets: Things to do this week Eagles returning to BOK Center with Steely Dan Restaurant news: Veterans Day meals; 'Corn Dance' cookbook launch Tuly's Tacos coming to downtown Cabin Boys Brewpub an Arts District gathering place | Review Contact us Scene Writer Jimmie Tramel: Email | Twitter | Follow his stories Scene Writer James Watts: Email | Twitter | Follow his stories Subscribe to this podcast on: Apple | Google | SpotifySupport the show: https://tulsaworld.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.