This 2021 compilation on Tangerine Records collects 50 tracks from Ray Charles' most formative years.
- The tracks were recorded between 1949 and 1952. Most songs here were originally released on the Swing Time and Atlantic labels. This compilation was released on September 10, 2021.
- This release features his early work before he became a household name. It covers his foundational recordings in soul, R&B, and blues.
- The album was released by Tangerine Records, Charles' own label. It was released on September 10, 2021.
Ray Charles was an American singer, songwriter, and pianist. He pioneered the soul music genre, blending blues, jazz, and gospel music.
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