RAY CHARLES: MODERN SOUNDS IN COUNTRY AND WESTERN MUSIC (January 19, 2023)


RAY CHARLES: MODERN SOUNDS IN COUNTRY AND WESTERN MUSIC

(January 19, 2023)

SCORE: 96/100

My first Ray Charles album, I didn't know what to expect really, but needless to say I loved this album! I've never been into country music really, but I think that this is a stunning album. I really enjoy the sound of Ray's vocals, and overall I found the album to be quite enjoyable. I fell in love with the album from the first track, Bye, Bye Love, it caught my attention right away and it is one of my favorites off of the album. I would recommend this album, as well as it's second volume, even if you are not a fan of country music, it is a must hear album from the 60s.


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