Ray Charles took on country and western standards, a bold move that resulted in a landmark album that defied genre conventions.
- The album was recorded in only two days, March 7 and 8, 1962, at United Western Recorders in Hollywood.
- "Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music" hit #1 on Billboard's Top LPs chart and stayed there for ten weeks.
- It sold over a million copies, making it a commercial success and earning Ray Charles a Grammy for Best Vocal Performance.
Ray Charles was a pioneering artist who rose to prominence by blending country, blues, and jazz. He was known for his innovative approach to popular music in the mid-20th century. In 1962, Charles was at the height of his powers, having already achieved massive success with his soul and R&B recordings.
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