A Touch Of Genius In Everything He Does

I bought Genius Loves Company after I saw the movie 'Ray' and had the pleasure of being able to picture him as I heard him sing with Bonnie Raitt. Their recording was premier on the CD but I am very partial to Bonnie and her excellent slide guitar work. Van Morrison put aside his tendency to be stern and his scat work was good. James Taylor, the southern man, enjoyed his performance. I could hear it.

The Last Duets Album

When I heard about Ray Charles passing about a couple of years ago, I was just surprised. I really never knew just how influential and deep his soulful arrangements of great songs have been from his early 50's and 60's days. But, when I found out about some great songs, I just knew his spirit was just alive and well. While I do think it remains a shame that so many of the younger generation seems to be more interested in Beyonce', Jennifer Lopez, Usher, and many other of those manufactured acts. Nevrtheless, Ray's last album does deliver what most of those acts haven't certified, a remarkable duet.

Truly Genius

I am glad that I had a unique opportunity to see such a great legend in concert during my graduate days in New Haven, CT a year or so before he passed. Thanks Ray!