Ray Charles (1 Jan 1930 Jahr – 31 Dez 2001 Jahr)

Beschreibung:

Born in deep south, moved to Northwest
- multi-talented: pianist, singer, songwriter, arranger, saxophonist, bandleader
- developed Gospel R&B --> influenced by Clyde McPhatter & Jackie Wilson --> characterized Gospel R&B as being "more adult" than rock and roll (did not relate well to teenagers due to lack of "fun" aspect)
- achieved major cross-over success c "Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music" (contributed to integration of audiences)

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