Leon Ware - If I Ever Lose This Heaven (Live in Amsterdam, 2001)

Leon is joined by Brand New Heavies' Carleen Anderson and Michael Franti of Spearhead on a special and intimate set at the Paradiso venue in Amsterdam.
Backed by Leon's own DOX Orchestra, and the Zapp! string quartet, he re-arranged and re-mixed a selection of his own masterpieces.
Here they perform a classic cut Leon co-wrote with Pam Sawyer for Quincy's 'Body Heat' LP - originally sung by Minnie Riperton, Al Jarreau and Leon himself (1975).

[@byronlee7859]

Leon Ware my unsung hero. Rest In Peace with Minnie & Marvin.

[@bam60]

Great taste!!!!

[@DollfacePye65]

I cared for him as a nurse....so remarkable,artistic and profound....truly gifted....his voice....it as so interesting to listen to him speak because he was real mellow even as his health declined....The essence of cool

[@iluvmyboba]

Thanks for that. Very sweet.

[@frederickhoward3235]

Jolavette Pye-Ellis which is why I said that he would’ve given Marvin G a tru run for it! Sure he made better music in my minds eye,

[@mizrelmizrel]

Thank You for taking care of our musical Elder Genius 💖💖💖🙌

[@evedemian]

@@frederickhoward3235 He wouldn't have "given Marvin Gaye a run for it"; he *partnered* with M.G. on many pieces of music - and M.G. was often singing a Leon Ware composition!

[@lisawilliams5600]

He's the coolest with that cool persona a mellow masculine voice

[@tonikelly8284]

Always loved Leon Ware. Been loving his voice since he was singing with Quincy. This song is one of my favorites along with Body Heat.

[@uptightgeorge]

Pure Class...Actually had tears in my eyes

[@dimanacastanja]

those people were very lucky that day to see these unique performers live!

[@OdackCosta]

R.I.P. Master Leon Ware

[@BymanIt]

Carleen Anderson: sweet voice

[@mauricebrock4233]

Wow...I didn't know that was her.

[@iluvmyboba]

Leon Ware's voice is beautiful. That's all I can say, I love it!!!!!!!!!!

[@ksun]

RIP Leon--you were the best.

[@palomaetienne]

I was there, and I'll never forget this song (para Septiembre)

[@natantataii8195]

lucky you. thanks for sharing,,

[@ayanademoss]

still one of the best live performance videos ive ever seen... 🥺

[@SlokeClarke]

Wow! What a fantastic arrangement. Wish I had been there.

[@ericpreusser8450]

One of the best tunes ever written done by one of the best group of folks on the planet!

[@gregariouscontumaciousvoci9211]

This is shocking!!!! Shockingly beautiful, it really touched me!!!!

[@deeplansky]

gotta love the this Leon Ware live version. slick Michael Franti and the vocals of Carleen Anderson taking it to anotha level...

[@gregc7699]

Carleen has to be the most underrated female singers the UK has ever seen shes unreal gives me goosbumps

[@DaddySweet100]

I have always known about Leon Ware and this song since Body Heat (1974). My first time hearing this version. I was blown away. When and where was this version recorded? A masterpeice rewritten . Leon Ware is a great contributer to music and he's never been recognized as he should have been. One of the greatest songwriters of all time.

[@T6451]

I can't get enough of this song!!! Both the singing and musicians. Thank you!!!!!!!

[@duffgordon9005]

I am thinking of the centuries of the Scottish Pipers going into battle, or playing at a wedding....How did it morph into a beautiful ballad of deep groaning to the soul such as this. Songs like this are oh so rare, the highest class of song is when heard on the car radio you crank it up and feel satisfied.

[@rogeriodonato1206]

Já me amarrava nessa música, mas conseguiram fazer uma versão especial. Sim, porque o que vi agora foi algo MUITO especial!!! Excelente!!! Maravilhoso!!! Salve Quincy Jones, salve The Average White Band, salve Minie Riperton, salve Leon Ware!

[@philhorneman]

eventhough it is two years after posting but thanx to the one who did post this. I was so lucky to be there at the time...the only correction I'd like to make is that Carleen Anderson is not of BNH but of The Young Disciples fame. Thanx again

[@lisawilliams5600]

I Saw him in a recording session when my dad took I was 11 yrs old he was just too cool me at studio

[@geraldgirtman7540]

AWB did a good cover, this is my first time hearing Leon Ware what a writer and composer, and OMG, I want you sung by Marvin.

[@frederickhoward5598]

The deepest yet! The Great Shall Never Leave Us In Spirit.

[@laraoneal7284]

How have I missed this guy. He’s hypnotic. Now I’m looking for all his work

[@Jonezzz1906]

Can't get enough of this......

[@rosiecosentino8124]

What an ensemble...talent at its best! ❤️

[@johanponin1360]

doesn't get much better than this

[@jerrylott4465]

My only regret is missing out on this concert

[@riccosoulman]

Love Leon this guy is a legend indeed!! & this rendition is 1st class,, big up Michael franti!! Ricco,,

[@Sis4Real]

Love it! Love ❤️ it! Don't know if I've commented years ago but my mind remains blown by the musicality!

[@ibrant]

You live to attend at these kind of rare sets. One of the best sets on KZbin

[@isurvive8251]

WWWWOOOO Just discovered this Concert ! Been listening to Quincy Jones Vinyls for decades This Concert is Elevated & the Real Deal 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@kennethlil]

this is what they call music man fantastic

[@kurtadams3021]

RIP Brother Leon ware

[@modifiedcontent]

I was there. Very emotional show. Some of the best songs were never broadcast. Should be in a vault somewhere.

[@MOREHOUSE80]

what songs?

[@modifiedcontent]

Long time ago and I didn't know much Leon Ware beyond I Want You at the time, but I think they did Rockin You Eternally and others

[@nadinewilson5744]

💓 X's 💓 Wrapped in Heavenly Riffs, Chords and Rap! So Blessed by Music Bae.

[@user-cj3ns9jj9s]

The colour of my conscious, cool lyrical Excellence 🎉🎉🎉if ever loose this Heaven, a heavy heart miss Leon so glad I got to see him live at O2 best concert ever 🎉🎉❤❤

[@nancydevolder4433]

So much beauty in six minutes. Unbelievable.

[@moniquemosley2122]

Thank you for posting this treasure!!!

[@wearestellar]

This why i still listen to music.

[@gwene.4726]

Beautiful! All of it!

[@Rob0865]

One of many legends

[@KuttyJoe]

That bass sounds better live than on the album cut. The base grabs your attention. That was a great song too. I fell in love with the original, then fell in love with AWB's version. Both were magnificent.

[@bassmanberg]

Thanks, I played bass here!

[@Fam4ever127]

Man you carried this song 🎵on your shoulders bro!Awesome sound thanks 🙏

[@Aprdenhaag]

I was there that magic night. Feel so blessed. ♥️

[@tonibarnett01]

Leons voice is out of this world..

[@gregoryburton1241]

The late Leon Ware was really remarkable. Some of Marvin Gaye’s best songs were authored by Leon. He put the oot in Smooth!

[@amd77j]

M-U-S-I-C. Love it. Leon Ware simply rocks.

[@Cerl84]

look at that Queen.

[@keithanthony974]

This is my favourite version of the song, and it's live...

[@carmelonicosia2887]

Symply fantastic

[@Mensa989]

Leon Ware. (February 16, 1940 - February 23, 2017)

[@beverleyjohnson8929]

Bev johnson

[@beverleyjohnson8929]

Bev Johnson great song love Leon ware and brand new heavies

[@IANC4EVER]

first heard Leon Ware on a MarioBiondi album, instantly checked him out - LW : maybe best voice ive ever heard...

[@eharvey6455]

Better than any drink you can mix!!!!!

[@rogergoudsmit8484]

RIP Mr Leon Ware

[@amd77j]

A classic. And what a performance!!!

[@azman.s]

Fabulous muzik arrangement plus all the voice!

[@jennapuhl596]

I like this!!

[@sherahkhamisi9792]

Simply beautiful!!!

[@fdavyes]

Heavy bass line. spiritual feeling listening to this track. Cheers!

[@T6451]

Love that bass!!!

[@bassmanberg]

Thanks, I played bass that concert, it was a magical evening with Leon!

[@fdavyes]

Peter Bergman we can definitely feel that vibe. I want you was beyond magical. Cheers!

[@ianwoodhead4333]

Stunning - I only knew the AWB version before seeing the link to this. Soulful lead & backing vocals and a gospelly feel. Love it!

[@1970sBestMusic]

Ian Woodhead on Quincy Jones ' Body Heat lp, songwriter Leon Ware, Minnie Ripperton and Al Jarreau perform this song.then of course AWB did a cover,Minnie sung it In her shows also.

[@tonerobinson8836]

If I ever lose this heaven I'll never be the same

[@JennyBre-cb2tf]

So cool, I shiver..

[@sweetcheeks-eo6mu]

AWB classic played this song in the 70's, but this version is killer

[@MauriSky2437]

This is my favorite rendition of the song. Of course I am overdosing on the rhythm section! (Bass galore)

[@californiagirl8547]

love this song

[@saturnmusicunlimited]

L. Ware as I used to refer to him, was "THE" personification of KOOL! One of my major influences.

[@esmadolbadze1]

amazing. Love it!!!

[@oscararmandoguillenpacheco5857]

espectacular!

[@apostleharrietlocklear8138]

They are All PhonemenallyTalented Vocally Gifted Gentlemen Mr.Leon and The Poet , Background Singers

[@esmadolbadze1]

amazing.love it

[@rudolphdiop5899]

RIP LEON SOUL LEGEND

[@allcapsbeats]

what a vibe

[@cagdeorok]

COOOOOLLL!!! OUTSTANDING.

[@vesna.kostovska]

Magical!!

[@chocolatefudge5263]

This is so uplifting

[@abohemen]

fantastic!

[@giordanosozzi8531]

A dir poco fantastico

[@MrSpice1971]

Loving it.

[@KHRN2014]

Looks like Michael Franti really enjoyed this!

[@T6451]

Love!!!!!

[@misharevazishvili8427]

magaria...

[@RebekkaLingmusic]

Magical concert! Thankful I was there in the audience seems like yesterday 🙏🏽 rest in heaven mr. Leon Ware ❤️👑

[@alimantado373]

Carleen! 👍💖

[@ifindoubtlove]

One of the BEST live performances ever on youtube

[@tomlehr861]

What an arrangement

[@tmhjahusa]

Sure wish we had been there...Leon Ware is a given but we are totally crazy about Michael Franti & Spearfish.

[@willdose2098]

soul, they make the soul!!!

[@tatyanal800]

Великолепно!!! 👍👏👏👌✌️

[@MrDrummerguy33]

Amazing...

[@blueelegy8570]

Fabulous.

[@reynagarza428]

LINDO VIDEO LAS VOCES SE ESCUCHAN CELESTIALES ME ENCANTAN !

[@mrg21659]

Big up Leon ,Everlasting . Will Downing did a very good cover ❤🙏

[@Elisabeth19031978]

I saw this performance on television of his singing Why I came to California.

[@tiffanyshandor8917]

❤❤

[@lisawilliams5600]

We call him smoothe Kool back in that day!

[@randyedwards7176]

Yes everything must change in the name of the problem the son and the holy Spirit 💔💔💔💔💔🥵💔😚😚🤒🤒😷🤕🤮🥶🥶🥴🥴😷🤒🤧😞😞😖😣😚💔🥵💔😩😩😩😫😫😘😘🌈🌈🍍🍍🍓🍒🍒🍎

[@Pirate7X]

Franti sounds better with them here. His verses were PERFECT here. "Inside My Love" should have been left alone but this was an excellent collab.

[@nutmeg5]

Is that Michael Franti? OMG!

[@serial0777]

Live in the MAGIC PARADISO.

[@johnwill8]

Dynamite!!!