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Ray Charles’ Biggest Hit Topped The Charts 50 Years Ago This Week

Ray Charles reached number one with his interpretation of an old Don Gibson country tune.

There was a lot of good music 50 years ago.

Five discs of prime Ray Charles, ranging from hits to misses to obscure B-sides, make the perfect gift.

Every A and B side single Ray recorded for ABC Records, 106 songs over five CDs.

A new five disc box set gathers together all of Ray Charles' singles for the ABC Label.

The Genius lives on in this fantastic live performance.

In Part Two, Wyman discusses choosing material, his approach to playing bass, and some of his perceived technical limitations.

Ray Charles hit the road and ended up at number one fifty years ago this week.

Johnny Winter shows he hasn't forgotten how to rock.

One half of the celebrated songwriting duo Ashford and Simpson, Nick Ashford leaves behind a "solid" legacy.

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