Ray Charles – Genius + Soul = Jazz / Audio CD

UPC 888072316690

Product Details

• Label: Concord Records – 0888072316690
• Format: 2 x CD, Compilation, Reissue
• Country: Europe
• Released: 2010
• Genre: Jazz

Overview

Genius + Soul = Jazz is a masterful compilation from Ray Charles, showcasing his unparalleled genius in the realm of jazz and soul music. This reissue includes an array of his iconic tracks that blend the emotive power of soul with the intricate rhythms and harmonies of jazz. From the swinging "Moanin'" to the soulful "Mister C," Charles' artistry shines through in every note, making this compilation a must-have for fans of jazz and soul.

Track Listing

Disc 1: Genius + Soul = Jazz

1. From The Heart – 3:33
2. I've Got News For You – 4:30
3. Moanin' – 3:16
4. Let's Go – 2:40
5. One Mint Julep – 3:04
6. I'm Gonna Move To The Outskirts Of Town – 3:40
7. Stompin' Room Only – 3:44
8. Mister C – 4:29
9. Strike Up The Band – 2:35
10. Birth Of The Blues – 5:09

My Kind Of Jazz

1. Golden Boy – 3:31
2. Booty-Butt – 4:09
3. This Here – 4:39
4. I Remember Clifford – 3:37
5. Sidewinder – 3:29
6. Bluesette – 3:17
7. Pas-Se-O-Ne Blues – 4:40
8. Zig Zag – 4:28
9. Angel City – 4:21
10. Señor Blues – 5:22

Disc 2: Jazz Number II

1. Our Suite – 8:05
2. A Pair Of Threes – 5:26
3. Morning Of Carnival (Manhã De Carnaval) – 3:31
4. Going Home – 4:18
5. Kids Are Pretty People – 4:57
6. Togetherness – 4:00
7. Brazilian Skies – 5:09

My Kind of Jazz Part 3

1. I'm Gonna Go Fishin' – 5:29
2. For Her – 6:16
3. Sister Sadie – 4:04
4. 3/4 Of The Time – 2:47
5. Ray Minor Ray – 3:44
6. Samba De Elencia – 4:36
7. Metamorphosis – 4:09
8. Nothing Wrong – 3:30
9. Project "S" – 3:15

Bonus Track

1. Misty – 5:02

Key Credits

• Vocals & Piano: Ray Charles
• Bass: Various artists including Chuck Berghofer, Trey Henry
• Drums: Various artists including Ray Brinker, Gregg Field
• Guitar: Keb' Mo', George Doering
• Organ & Keyboards: Bobby Sparks, Larry Goldings
• Producer: John Burk, Ray Charles
• Engineer: Various engineers