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Download or read book Ray Charles Birth of Soul written by Mike Evans and published by Omnibus Press. This book was released on 2009-11-11 with total page 475 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For a generation of musicians and fans, the late Ray Charles provided the catalyst that fused the previously largely exclusive genres of jazz, blues and gospel music. In an era when jazz and pop music were seemingly poles apart, the impact of Charles' music was truly revolutionary in that it brought together these strands and fans for the first time.This critically acclaimed biography traces Ray Charles' amazing story from the abject disadvantage of being orphaned, black and blind in the South of the 1930s to the height of international success.With many quotes and exclusive interviews, including several with Ray Charles himself as well as from those who worked with, or were simply influenced by, the man who more than anyone else could truly be called the founding father of soul music.Mike Evans was a regular contributor to Sounds, Cream, and Melody Maker. He is also the author of books on The Beatles, Elvis Presley and the music in New York.Paperback edition.

Download or read book Ray Charles the Birth of Soul written by Robert Palmer and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Ray Charles and the Birth of Soul written by Adam Woog and published by Lucent Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ray Charles wasn't called "The Genius" for nothing. Charles profoundly influenced the history of black music by fusing secular and church music into the electrifying style called soul. He also overcame astonishing obstacles -- both personal and social -- to become a beloved singer-musician and a genuine American icon.

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Download or read book Brother Ray written by David Ritz and published by Da Capo Press. This book was released on 2009-03-17 with total page 349 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ray Charles (1930-2004) led one of the most extraordinary lives of any popular musician. In Brother Ray, he tells his story in an inimitable and unsparing voice, from the chronicle of his musical development to his heroin addiction to his tangled romantic life. Overcoming poverty, blindness, the loss of his parents, and the pervasive racism of the era, Ray Charles was acclaimed worldwide as a genius by the age of thirty-two. By combining the influences of gospel, jazz, blues, and country music, he invented, almost single-handedly, what became known as soul. And throughout a career spanning more than a half century, Ray Charles remained in complete control of his life and his music, allowing nobody to tell him what he could and couldn't do.As the Chicago Sun-Times put it, Brother Ray is "candid, explicit, sometimes embarrassing, often hilarious, always warm, touching and deeply human-just like his music."

Download or read book Ray Charles written by David Ritz and published by Chelsea House Pub. This book was released on 1994 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traces the life and career of the popular singer, describes his difficult childhood, and assesses his impact on popular music

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Download or read book You Don t Know Me written by Ray Charles Robinson, Jr. and published by Crown. This book was released on 2010-06-08 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A deeply personal memoir of the private Ray Charles - the man behind the legend - by his eldest son. Ray Charles is an American music legend. A multiple Grammy Award-winning composer, pianist, and singer with an inimitable vocal style and a catalog of hits including "What I Say," "Georgia on My Mind," "Unchain My Heart," "I Can't Stop Loving You," and "America the Beautiful," Ray Charles's music is loved by fans around the world. Now his eldest son, Ray Charles Robinson Jr., shares an intimate glimpse of the man behind the music, with never-before-told stories. Going beyond the fame, the concerts, and the tours, Ray Jr. opens the doors of his family home and reveals their private lives with fondness and frankness. He shares his father's grief and guilt over his little brother's death at the age of five — as well of moments of personal joy, like watching his father run his hands over the Christmas presents under their tree while singing softly to himself. He tells of how Ray overcame the challenges of being blind, even driving cars, riding a Vespa, and flying his own plane. And, in gripping detail, he reveals how as a six-year-old boy he saved his father's life one harrowing night. Ray Jr. writes honestly about the painful facts of the addiction that nearly destroyed his father's life. His father's struggles with heroin addiction, his arrests, and how he ultimately kicked the drug cold turkey are presented in unflinching detail. Ray Jr. also shares openly about how, as an adult, he fell victim to the same temptations that plagued his father. He paints a compassionate portrait of his mother, Della, whose amazing voice as a gospel singer first attracted Ray Charles. Though her husband's drug use, his womanizing, and the paternity suits leveled against him constantly threatened the stability of the Robinson home, Della exhibited incredible resilience and inner strength. Told with deep love and fearless candor, You Don't Know Me is the powerful and poignant story of the Ray Charles the public never saw — the father and husband and fascinating human being who also happened to be one of the greatest musicians of all time.

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Download or read book Ray Charles The Genius of Soul written by ChatStick Team and published by ChatStick Team. This book was released on 2024-08-21 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 🎶 Ray Charles: The Genius of Soul 🎶 Discover the extraordinary life of Ray Charles, a musical legend who redefined the boundaries of soul, blues, jazz, and country music. In "Ray Charles: The Genius of Soul," the ChatStick Team presents an insightful biography that explores how this iconic artist overcame personal adversity to create a lasting legacy that continues to inspire musicians and fans around the world. 🌟 A Musical Pioneer: Uncover the story of Ray Charles, the man who transformed the music industry with his innovative blend of genres, creating a sound that resonated globally. From his humble beginnings to his rise as a global icon, this book captures the essence of his genius. 🎤 In-Depth Look at His Creative Journey: Get an inside view of Ray Charles' creative process, his groundbreaking studio work, and the electrifying live performances that made him a household name. This book offers a detailed account of the pivotal moments in his career that shaped modern music. 📚 Illustrated and Engaging: Filled with vivid imagery and compelling stories, "Ray Charles: The Genius of Soul" brings his story to life, providing readers with a fresh perspective on his music and his enduring impact on culture. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering his music for the first time, this biography offers something for everyone. ✨ An Enduring Legacy: Understand the profound influence Ray Charles has had on the world of music and his crucial role in shaping the genre of soul. Celebrate his contributions to the musical landscape and explore how his legacy continues to inspire artists today. 📖 Get Your Copy Today: Immerse yourself in the life and legacy of one of music’s most influential figures. "Ray Charles: The Genius of Soul" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of music and the story of a true genius.

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Download or read book Ray Charles written by Michael Lydon and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2004-06-01 with total page 731 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ray Charles: Man and Music is a complete biography of this seminal singer/pianist who has been active on the American music scene since the mid-'50s. Originally published in 1995 by Penguin Books, and universally hailed as the definitive biography, this new edition will bring Charles's life up to date, covering the last 7 years of his life.There are only a few legendary singers who have developed mass audiences while pursuing their own artistic visions: Sinatra is one; Ella Fitzgerald another. Ray Charles undoubtedly belongs in this pantheon of major musical stars. Ray Charles: Man and Music begins with Charles's impoverished childhood in Greenville, Florida, where tragedy struck early when the young Charles went blind at age 6 and was orphaned at age 14. Driven by his enormous talent and determination, Charles landed work playing some of the toughest juke joints in the state, fought heroin addiction, and finally landed a recording contract with Atlantic Records. Unlike other R&B singers, Charles took control of his career from its earliest days, moving on from his gospel-soul stylings of the mid-'50s to break through musical barriers, recording two country albums in the late '50s (at a time when the black presence in country music was barely felt), pure jazz, and then the powerful pop hits of the '60s. Famed music journalist Michael Lydon - a founding editor of Rolling Stone - is uniquely qualified to document Charles's career, having interviewed Charles and followed the star's performances since the 1960s. Originally published in 1995, and universally hailed as the definitive biography, this new edition brings Charles's life up to date, covering the last 7 years of his life. It coincides with the release of a made-for-TV movie starring Jamie Fox as Charles, currently in production by Taylor Hackford. Charles has also issued a new CD recently and remains active as a touring artist throughout the world.

Download or read book Ray Charles written by Carin T. Ford and published by Enslow Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2007-02-01 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traces the personal life and musical career of the blind singer, musician, and composer, Ray Charles.

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