Ray Charles
Sort by:
-
Slipping into the Role: Jamie Foxx's Transformation into Ray CharlesInformation in this article is based on the documentary, Slipping Into The Role of Ray Charles: Jamie Foxx. -
Blair Robinson, Granddaughter of Singer, Ray Charles Identified as Another Steven Seagal Sexual Harassment VictimSteven Seagal's sex scandal is back in the news and now there is a Ray Charles connection. Read on for information concerning the latest allegations against the actor.
-
All-Star Tribute to Ray Charles on DVDAbout the Tribute to Ray Charles Concert featuring an all-star cast -
Ray CharlesShort Biography of Ray Charles
-
Black History: Racism in Birmingham in 1963 with Ray Charles BandRay Charles and his band attended Birmingham Salute to Freedom at Miles College Stadium in August 1963 encountering racism when the plane landed. Upon returning to Birmingham years later things had changed. -
Steven Seagal Scandal Heats Up as Ray Charles' Granddaughter Comes ForwardBlair Robinson, granddaughter of Ray Charles claims Steven Seagal sexually harassed her.
-
Ray Charles - Modern Sounds in Country & Western Music, Volumes 1 & 2 (remastered) ReviewedA review of the newly remastered album recorded by Ray Charles.
-
Review: Ray Sings Basie Swings - Ray Charles with the Count Basie OrchestraThe wonder of technology brings Ray Charles together with the contemporary Count Basie Orchestra in a magical blend of rhythm and blues. -
Top Ten Songs by Ray CharlesChoosing a top ten list of songs by Ray Charles is a little difficult. He has so many songs, in a variety of styles that span decades of work. The somewhat recent popular movie based on his life had me thinking of him and his many musical works.
-
Jamie Foxx Shines in His Oscar-winning Role as Ray CharlesAlthough I normally avoid watching biopics, Taylor Hackford's film about musician Ray Charles is definitely worth seeing.
-
Black History: Ray Charles Band Experiences RacismWhen the bus was pulled over Don Peake was the only white man riding with the black musicians in the Ray Charles band. A lynching was barely avoided.
-
Ray Charles: A Man and His MusicRay Charles was one of the most diversified musicians of our time. He didn't like being pigeonholed into one category, didn't enjoy being too predictable. Therefore, his entire musical career was characterized by a wide range of styles.
-
The Fabulous Ray Charles' Home Town Recognizes the Word-Wide Legend Who was Born ThereThe tiny town in North Florida where Ray Charles was born and raised until he went away to the school for the blind is remembering the R&B Legend. Here's a little history and what they are doing in his memory.
-
Ray Charlesa profile of the legendary piano/blues artist Ray Charles
-
The Originals - Ray CharlesThe first of a possible series, this article is a review of the fantastic career of "The Genius" himself, Ray Charles.
-
Concord Records Collects Both Volumes of Ray Charles "Modern Sounds in Country & Westen Music"On the landmark album, Ray demonstrates how he earned the nickname "Genius."
-
Ray Charles First Posthumus Release Genius & FriendsRay and an all-star cast of talent deliver 14 songs in which Ray's soul lives on.
-
Jamie Foxx Carries Ray with Oscar-Worthy PerfomanceA review of the movie, Ray, for which Jamie Foxx won the 2004 Academy award for best actor.
-
Ray Charles and Why I Love HimThe next in my series of kudos to my favorite R&B/Soul artists and bands -
The Man Behind the Glasses: Ray A Movie ReviewJamie Foxx stars in Ray, a film about the great singer and musician, Ray Charles
-
Being Honest in High School is like Ray Charles Watching a Silent MovieThis was my final paper in College English. As such, it's not too formal, but it's a fun and witty read. The assignment was: "Relate a lesson you learned in High school and use evidence from stories we read this semester to back it up."
-
Success, Common Air and Ray Charles Live! Currently Running in Los Angeles Area TheatreTheatre for Theatre Lovers on more nights than few
-
Ray Movie ReviewA review of the biopic film "Ray" about Ray Charles starring Jamie Foxx.
-
Ray - Fighter, a Character StudyAfter seeing Ray, I gained admiration for both Ray Charles, and Jamie Foxx. Foxx, for playing the role brilliantly. And Charles, for facing adversities and darkness every day of his life, and making it through the struggles
-
Facts About '˜Dancing with the Stars' Contestant Sugar Ray LeonardHow much do you know about the new cast of "Dancing with the Stars?" How much do you know about contestant Sugar Ray Leonard?
-
Boxer Profile- Sugar Ray LeonardA look at the career of one of the greatest, Sugar Ray Leonard.
-
'Ray' Sheds Light on Famous Singer's LifeWell, suffice it to say that Ray is one of the best films of type I have ever seen.
-
Kirk Cameron Gives Away Charles Darwin's "Origin of Species" & Calls Him a Racist Connected to Adolph HitlerKirk Cameron & Ray Comfort are giving away a copy of Charles Darwin's "Origin Of Species" - the ground breaking science text on evolution. They charge Darwin with racism, misogyny and even connection with Adolph Hiter's Nazi Germany.
-
Academy Award Nominated 'True Grit' Comes to DVD and Blu RayThe Coen Brother's adaptation of the Charles Portis novel, John Wayne classic, 'True Grit' comes to DVD and Blu Ray. -
Elton John - Peachtree RoadOn his stunning new album Peachtree Road, Elton John does some serious soul-searching and he does it Southern style. In an almost genius act, the fashionable singer mixes a little bit of that Ray Charles "Georgia On My Mind" soul with his own shiny pop.
-
The Legendary Ahmet Ertegun, R & B and Jazz Music Industry PioneerAtlantic Records president Ahmet Ertegun discovered and recorded many of the musical greats of the 20th century, from Ray Charles to the Rolling Stones. He died Dec. 14th. This is a look back at his career. -
Jamie Foxx Quotes: His Top Ten Quotations & SayingsJamie Foxx's best quotes include his thoughts on Hurricane Katrina, being black in Hollywood and playing Ray Charles. His quotes are both inspirational and insightful.
-
Charles Hamilton's Well This Isn't Akward (Winner Takes All) Mixtape: A ReviewCharles Hamilton '˜s latest mixtape Well This isn't Akward (Winner Takes All), as usual, eschews accessibility for introspection, exploration, and experimentation, with generally pleasing and often confusing results.
-
Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn Star in Charade, New to Blu-ray by CriterionAn enjoyable film but an uneven Blu-ray
-
Borrow a Thanksgiving Party Idea from Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451Even if your book club has not read Ray Bradbury's 'Fahrenheit 451,' this classic can provide you with a thought-provoking Thanksgiving theme and discussion. Your guests will leave your party even more thankful. -
Ray Comfort in Hot Water After Publishing Intelligent Design Intro to 'Origin of Species'Renowned Christian evangelist Ray Comfort has written his own introduction to Darwin's public-domain work 'Origin of Species.' -
Women in History: Charlotte E. Ray, LawyerAlthough she didn't have the opportunity to actually practice law, Charlotte E. Ray was the first black woman lawyer in the United States.
-
Is Nostradamus' Mabus Referring to Ray Mabus and Comet Elenin or was it Pope Clement XIII and the Great Comet of 1769?Here we take a fascinating look at Nostradamus' famous Mabus quatrain. Could he have been referring to the present day Ray Mabus or was it related to a more intriguing mystery of the past? -
Bobby Ray's B.O.B. Vs. Bobby Ray Mixtape: A ReviewB.o.B. vs. Bobby Ray is the latest mixtape helmed by the 20-year-old Atlanta artist, known alternately as B.o.B. and Bobby Ray...
-
The Cincinnati Cobra: Ezzard CharlesA look at the great light heavyweight who, frozen out of the title picture, moved up to duel with the big men and became something even greater: the World Heavyweight Champion.
