I had not realized Leon was discovered by Bob Dylan back in the early seventies. He was born in Cyprus to Armenia parents. Mr. Redbone became famous in the eighties with appearances on Saturday Night Live. Mr. Redbone considered himself a student of history.
Dispatches from the Camp of the Saints: Leon Redbone is misbehavin' RIP at age 127
Deadline: Leon Redbone: Early 'SNL' Musical Favorite, Is dead
Deadline: Leon Redbone: Early 'SNL' Musical Favorite, Is dead
Den of Geek: Cult Roots Singer Leon Redbone Dies
Variety: Leon Redbone Dead
Here is Leon Redbone with Zooey Deschanel, singing the sometimes banned Baby, It's Cold Outside.
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