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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: Ray Charles - http://rockhall.com/hof/inductee.asp?id=76
Inductee biography and timeline. |
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NPR : Ray Charles, American Legend, Dies at 73 - http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=1947628
American musical icon Ray Charles died of complications from liver disease today at his Beverly Hills home. In a career that lasted more than half a century, Charles defied categorization and brought his soulful stylings to jazz, pop, country and rhythm and blues. [8:20 Realaudio broadcast] |
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The NPR 100 : Ray Charles - http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=1070667
Robert Siegel talks to musician Ray Charles about his 1959 song 'What'd I Say'. The song was chosen by NPR listeners as part of the 'NPR 100'... 100 pieces of music that are among the best American music of the 20th century. |
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NPR : Ray Charles Sept. 11 Tribute - http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=1149766
Tavis Smiley speaks to Ray Charles about the events of Sept. 11, 2001 and about his version of the song America the Beautiful. [10:19 Realaudio broadcast] |
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NPR : Ray Charles - http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=1147630
Tavis Smiley interviews music legend Ray Charles about his new CD Thanks for Bringing Love Around Again. Charles talks about the album, his career and why after 50 years in the business, he still finds enjoyment in making music. [27:33 Realaudio broadcast] |