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Modern Sounds in Country and Western MusicRay Charles
Soul & R&B · 1960s

Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music

Released 1962Soul & R&B
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A bold, genre-crossing landmark that reframed country through soul. Lush and influential. A historic record. Released in 1962, it's a standout in Ray Charles's catalogue.

On vinyl: Original pressings are collector's territory now, so most listeners reach for a well-reviewed reissue.

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