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Disc 01
 01. "Blackjack" 02. "I Got A Woman" 03. "Greenbacks" 04. "Come Back Baby" 05. "A Fool For You" 06. "This Little Girl of Mine" 07. "Hard Times (No one Knows Better Than I)" 08. "Blues Hangover" 09. "Mary Ann" 10. "Drown In My Own Tears" 11. "Hallelujah I Loved Her So" 12. "What Would I do Without You" 13. "Lonely Avenue" 14. "I Want To Know" 15. "Leave My Woman Alone" 16. "Sweet Sixteen Bars" 17. "Doodlin'" 18. "It's All Right" 19. "Ain't That love" 20. "Rockhouse Part I & II" 21. "Get On The Right Track Baby" 22. "Swanee River Rock (Talkin''Bout That River)" 23. "That's Enought" 24. "Talkin' About You" 25. "What Kind Of Man Are You" 26. "I Want A Little Girl"
Disc 02
01. "Yes Indeed!" 02. "I Had A Dream" 03. "You Be My Baby" 04. "Tell All The World About You" 05. "My Bonnie" 06. "In a Little Spanish Town (Live)" 07. "Talkin (Live)About You [Live]" 08. "Early In The Morning [Single version]" 09. "Carrying That Load [Single version]" 10. "Telll Me How Do You Feel" 11. "What'd Id Say Parts I & II" 12. "Tell Me You'll Wait For Me" 13. "Come Rain Or Come Shine" 14. "Don't Let The Sun Catch You Cryin'" 15. "Just For A Thrill" 16. "Am I Blue?" 17. "Tell The Truth (Live)" 18. "Let The Good Times Roll" 19. "I'm Movin' On" 20. "I Believe To My Soul" 21. "My Baby (I Love Her Yes I Do)" 22. "Who You Gonna Love" 23. "Stick And Stones" 24. "Worried Live Blues"
Disc 03
01. "Georgia On My Mind" 02. "Carry Me To Old Virginity" 03. "Them That Got" 04. "I Wonder" 05. "Ruby" 06. "Hardhearted Hannah" 07. "Hit The Road, Jack" 08. "The Danger Zone" 09. "Unchain My Heart" 10. "But On The Other Hand, Baby" 11. "Baby, It's Cold Outside" 12. "We'll Be Together Again" 13. "At The Club" 14. "Hide Nor Hair" 15. "I Can't Stop Loving You" 16. "Born To Lose" 17. "You Don't Know Me" 18. "Careless Love" 19. "Your Cheatin' Heart" 20. "You Are My Sunshine" 21. "If Should've Been Me" 22. "Losing Hand" 23. "Sinner's Prayers" 24. "I Wonder Who" 25. "Don't You Know"
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..singles/ 24bit Dg Remastered |
| | Description: | Complete 1954-1962.. is an album by Ray Charles, released in 2018. Complete 1954-1962.. includes a.o. the following tracks: ??Georgia On My Mind 3:42?, ??I Got A Woman 2:56?, ??What'd I Say Parts I & Ii 5:06?, ??Unchain My Heart 2:54? and more.
The rhythm & blues album is available in the following configurations:
- 3-CD, Digipak
- LP, High Quality
- ..SINGLES/ 24BIT DG REMASTEREDThis outstanding 3-CD 75-track set presents the complete 1954-62 singles recorded by the inimitable Ray Charles, which were originally produced for the Atlantic and ABCParamount labels. While on the earlier sessions nearly all of the tracks were first issued on singles, by the late 1950s, right into the LP era, the custom was to select the biggest hits from the LPs or even separate ?non-LP? tunes for single release. The only five singles recorded for Atlantic in 1953 but released in 1954-61 have been added here as a bonus.
Included on this collection are such perennial classics as ?Georgia on My Mind?, ?Hard Times?, ?What?d Say?, ?Hit the Road, Jack?, and ?Drown in My Own Tears?. 28 tracks on this set climbed to the top 20 singles in the Billboard R&B or Pop charts, 7 of which skyrocketed to #1.
Recorded in Atlanta, New Orleans, New York, Miami & Hollywood between 1954 -1962.
CD1 & CD2, 1-20: Atlantic singles.
CD2, 21-24 & CD3, 1-20: ABC-Paramount singles
BONUS TRACKS (CD3, 21-25):
Atlantic singles recorded in 1953 but issued in 1954-61.
Includes 20-page booklet with background information and more detailed song credits."The Complete 1954-1962 Singles" on CD is a comprehensive collection that captures the crucial creative years in which Ray Charles revolutionized modern music and paved the way for soul, R&B, and crossover pop. Across these singles from 1954 to 1962, you hear him confidently blend gospel intensity with rhythm & blues grooves, jazz phrasing, and pop sensibility, creating a sound that was utterly new yet immediately timeless. This CD presents a chronological journey through his evolution from regional R&B sensation to international star, with a track selection that showcases both his raw early sides and the more polished, chart-topping singles that followed. The sound of these recordings is energetic, intimate, and emotionally charged, with Ray's unmistakable voice, expressive piano playing, and distinctive arrangements. It's ideal both for dedicated collectors who want an overview of his seminal singles period and for newcomers looking for a focused, historically important introduction. The physical CD format offers a tangible, curated listening experience that invites you to sit down and follow Ray Charles' artistic development single by single, rather than skipping around playlists.
New Conti, as the manufacturer, stands for careful catalog work and an emphasis on classic repertoire. Their focus lies in making important recordings available again in consistent, collector-friendly editions. With releases such as this, New Conti often places value on coherent compilations that tell a clear musical story, whether by concentrating on specific years, stylistic phases, or single releases. Collectors appreciate the brand for its attention to track selection and presentation, particularly with historical material and vintage sessions.
Ray Charles is regarded as one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century, often called a key architect of soul music. After initially building his reputation as a gifted pianist and singer in the rhythm & blues field, he achieved broad success by fusing gospel phrasing, blues feeling, and jazz-inspired arrangements into an unmistakable personal style. In the period covered by "The Complete 1954-1962 Singles," he developed many of the hallmarks that would define his legacy and contribute significantly to his later worldwide success and enduring status as a pioneer who inspired generations of artists. This compilation documents the ascent of a musician who transformed popular music through his voice, piano, and innovative approach to song interpretation. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
1019075EL2 |
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