Singular Genius: The Complete ABC Singles
~ Ray Charles
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Review & Description
2011 five CD deluxe box set from the music icon which collects all his ABC-Paramount singles during this prolific period in his career (1960-1972). The digitally remastered deluxe 106-song collection presents the A and B sides of 53 singles, including 11 #1 hits, such Grammy Award winners "Hit the Road Jack," "Busted," "Georgia on My Mind," "I Can't Stop Loving You," "Crying Time," "America the Beautiful," and many more. 21 of the songs are making their digital debut, and 30 have never previously been available on CD. Liner notes were written by R&B recording artist and music historian Billy Vera and rare photographs are included. According to Valerie Ervin, president of the Ray Charles Foundation, "This compilation provides an opportunity to hear Ray's evolution into a full-fledged artist and creative force. The song selection was based upon the interpretation he could bring to the music and not the genre. The ABC singles comprise an epoch of essential Ray Charles music and a window into how his genius evolved."
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #61 in Music
- Released on: 2011-11-15
- Number of discs: 5
- Format: Box set
- Dimensions: .88 pounds
