Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music, Vol. 1 & 2

A Message from the People Available now for the first time ever on CD, this newly remastered version of Ray Charles' long-out-of-print 1972 concept album features his definitive version of "America the Beautiful."	Quiet Nights Quiet Nights is the twelfth album by Canadian jazz singer-songwriter and pianist Diana Krall, released on March 31, 2009 by Verve Records.	Secret, Profane and Sugarcane The record was produced by T Bone Burnett and recorded by Mike Piersante during a three-day session at Nashville's Sound Emporium Studio. Joining Costello were Jerry Douglas (dobro), Stuart Duncan (fiddle), Mike Compton (mandolin), Jeff Taylor (accordion) and Dennis Crouch (dou...	Live at the Meadowlands Recorded live in concert at the legendary Meadowlands Arena in New Jersey, this is the most sought after Sinatra concert recording. Housed in a striking package and presented with a 24 page collectors' book of rare photos and extensive notes by long-time Sinatra associate Hank C...	Together Through Life Standard: 1CD of 10 new tracks in a jewel box with a four-panel insert. Together Though Life, produced by Jack Frost, was prompted by the composition of a new song, "Life Is Hard," which was written for a forthcoming film by French director Oliver Dahan (La Vie En Rose). Bob Dyla...
Townes Steve Earle is set to release Townes, his highly anticipated follow up to the Grammy Award winning album Washington Square Serenade. The 15-song set is comprised of songs written by Earle s friend and mentor, the late singer-songwriter, Townes Van Zandt. Townes will also be avail...	Roadsinger (To Warm You Through The Night) In "roadsinger," the illuminating title track to Yusuf's new album, he asks, "Where do you go in a world filled with fright? Only a song to warm you through the night." For decades, his has been the voice that has carried us through the darkness. One of the most influential an...	Together Through Life (Deluxe Edition) Together Through Life is the 33rd studio album by Bob Dylan, released on April 28, 2009, on Columbia Records.	Live from Madison Square Garden Studio: Wea-des Moines Video Release Date: 05/19/2009	Big Whiskey and the GrooGrux King Produced by Rob Cavallo (Green Day, My Chemical Romance), Big Whiskey has been hailed by Rolling Stone as the group’s "heaviest album yet, both musically and emotionally," which went on to note: "Throughout, Carter Beauford beats out elaborate, propulsive groves; bassist St...

Ray infuses these songs with extra power, heart and soul--BRAVO, RAY CHARLES !!!
Talk about a CD that showcases Ray Charles' incredible talent! He could sing, play piano, arrange music, write and more. These country and western songs shine bright when Ray Charles performs them with so much genuine emotion. I really love to hear Ray sing; he could do a lot with that voice of his. This also marks the first time that the songs from volume two are on CD; and this is great for Ray Charles fans and anyone who enjoys high quality control country and western timeless ballads. "Bye Bye Love" is dynamic and Ray bats this straight out of the ballpark with a flawless musical arrangement. This is one awesome starting number for this CD! Other numbers that shine bright would have to include "You Don't Know Me" with that incredible arrangement while Ray sings this to perfection--and beyond; "Half As Much" with that incredibly sophisticated sound; the energetic "Just A Little Lovin'" with its fine drums and percussion; "Born To Lose" which was one of Ray's best known hits; "It Makes No Difference Now" showcasing Ray's incredible sense of timing; "You Win Again" with those fantastic strings and that chorus backing up Ray; the poignant "Careless Love;" "I Can't Stop Loving You" which is another of Ray's best known hits; "You Are My Sunshine" with a very creative arrangement that Ray aces as effortlessly as if it were mere breathing; "Don't Tell Me Your Troubles" with Ray handling complex tempo and key changes like the pro he was and always will be; "Take These Chains From My Heart" which features Ray squarely front and center as he sings this beautifully; "Your Cheating Heart" with Ray's excellent diction bolstering his performance and "Hang Your Head In Shame" which ends the CD leaving me wanting more. It's no secret that Ray Charles was a giant amongst giants; he will never be forgotten. I'll treasure this album for years to come; it's a great Ray Charles album and it's a fine CD to add to your collection.