Ray Charles In Person
Description
I bought this LP, of the Atlanta concert, in 1960. It knocked me out then, and it knocks me out now. For me, this IS Ray Charles. In the intro to ‘Night Time is the Right Time’ Ray says, ‘…and Miss Marjorie Hendricks will help us out on vocals…’, and boy, does she help out! Turn up the volume and strap yourself down.
The greatness of this album. Ray was touring with his band in the 50’s, and they played at a concert in Herndon Stadium, Atlanta. An engineer at radio station WAOK recorded the occasion on a one track tape recorder using a single microphone. The recording was later played over the air. The response of the radio audience was overwhelming, resulting in the ultimate release of the Atlantic album. It is one of the most extraordinary albums of all time. First, the recording is amazing considering how it was recorded. The band is heard with perfect clarity and balance, and the audience is also picked up, and you can hear the shouting, whooping, the give and take with the audience, and the extraordinary energy in what was a typical concert of Ray Charles playing to his own audience. Many of the tunes were or became classics, known to every funk and blues musician in the country and to most of the population at large. Ray Charles was revered like no other musician.
This is the most cathartic of all Ray Charles’ recordings. On two tracks, “The Right Time” and “Tell The Truth”—both shared with the Raelettes’ lead singer, Marjorie Hendricks—the music transcends art to become powerfully shamanistic. It remains one of the greatest rhythm and blues albums of all time.
- Recorded 28th May 1959 at Herndon Stadium,Atlanta, Georgia
- Re-mastering by: Ray Staff at Air Mastering, Lyndhurst Hall, London
- Handling Note: **Please allow an additional 5 business days for this item's shipment.**
- Internal ID: JIT
- Genre: Jazz
- Format Detail: LP Black
- Availability: Pre-Order
- Format: Vinyl
Shipping and Returns
Domestic U.S. Standard Shipping: Arrives within 5-7 business days.
International Shipping: We ship to many countries worldwide.
Delivery times and costs depend on the destination and the shipping method selected.
Please note, international customers are responsible for any customs, duties and taxes.
Upgraded Shipping services are available upon request.
Please email mark@musicrecordshop.com for more information.
Order Processing
Orders are ordinarily handled inside 1-2 business days. You will get a confirmation email upon shipment with a tracking number.
Shipping Rates
Shipping charges are based on the weight of your order and the selected shipping method at checkout. We strive to offer competitive shipping rates for the best value.
Free Shipping
We offer free standard shipping on domestic orders on selected packs and vinyl offerings.
Returns and Exchanges
Please contact us with any return or exchange requests.
Email: mark@musicrecordshop.com
Phone: 314.675.8675
Return Policy
Returns are accepted within 7 days of product delivery.
New vinyl must be unopened and unplayed, unless there is concealed damage.
Used vinyl is graded for vinyl and jacket condition. Please contact us directly if there is a problem.
Signed vinyl records cannot be returned unless they are damaged or defective.
Sleeves and LP Mailers can be returned within 7 days.
Please contact us with any return issue.
Email: mark@muscirecordshop.com
Phone: 314.675.8675
Return Process
Contact Us: To initiate a return, email us at mark@musicrecordshop.com or call us at 314.675.8675. Include your order number and product issue.
Ship the Item: Pack the item securely for return.
Refunds: A refund will be issued after we receive and inspect your returned item.
You will receive an email notification of the refund.
Exchanges: If you need to exchange an item, please contact us.
Email: mark@musicrecordshop.com
Phone: 314.675.8675.
Return Shipping
Customers are responsible for return delivery costs except if the item is damaged. Please contact us if you need a return label.
Email: mark@musicrecordshop.com
Phone: 314.675.8675