Ray Charles (1 jan 1930 ano – 31 dez 2001 ano)
Descrição:
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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Data:
1 jan 1930 ano
31 dez 2001 ano
~ 72 years
