Ray Charles The Genius Sings the Blues (Atlantic 75 Series) 45RPM (Mono) (2 LP)

Mono 180g 45rpm Double LP!
Mastered by Bernie Grundman from the Original Analog Master Tape!
Pressed at QRP!
Atlantic 75 Historic Reissue Series from Analogue Productions!
Genius doesn't even begin to describe the greatness of 1961 collection The Genius Sings the Blues. Comprised of a dozen songs Ray Charles made between 1952 and 1960, the collection was released in 1961 by Atlantic Records to counter the singer's migration to rival ABC Paramount.
The word "brilliant" is not even remotely enough to describe the greatness of "The Genius Sings The Blues" from 1961. The album includes a dozen songs recorded by Ray Charles between 1952 and 1960 and was released by Atlantic Records in 1961 to counter the singer's move to rival ABC Paramount. What Atlantic had initially underestimated was that the album featured many of Ray Charles' greatest songs, all united by their bluesy emotions and stirring arrangements. Meanwhile, "The Genius Sings The Blues" is considered an absolute classic of soul and R&B – a snapshot of the development of American music, captured by the unforgettable rhythm, gospel roots, jazz background and southern accents of the unique singer and pianist. The success of "The Genius Sings The Blues" underlines Charles' great popularity and the influence of his music: In total, Ray Charles has sold about 90 million records!
Ray Charles' renditions of "Early In The Mornin'," "The Midnight Hour," "I'm Movin' On," "Feelin' Sad," and "The Right Time" are timeless classics. But it's his self-written blues songs that steal the show from the cover versions: "Ray's Blues", "I Believe To My Soul", "Nobody Cares", "Mr. Charles' Blues", "Some Day Baby" and "I Wonder Who". They provide stirring proof of Charles' ability to convey pain and joy at the same time. His legendary piano playing is the focus – with bluesy riffs and rolling chords. With its excellent backing band, including soulful horns and grooving rhythm sections, the album stands for an authentic and heartfelt blues experience. It is a testimony to the soul of a true musical pioneer.
What Atlantic originally underestimated is that the album contained many of Charles' greatest works, all unified by their bluesy emotions and stirring arrangements. A classic of the soul and R&B canon, The Genius Sings the Blues is a snapshot of the evolution of timeless American music captured by the pianist's indelible rhythmic pace, gospel roots, jazz backgrounds, and Southern-styled accents.
The cover tunes here — "Early in the Mornin'," "The Midnight Hour," "I'm Movin' On," "Feelin' Sad," "The Right Time" — are wonderful. But it's Charles' own, self-penned blues that steal the spotlight: "Ray's Blues," "I Believe to My Soul," "Nobody Cares," "Mr. Charles' Blues," "Some Day Baby," and "I Wonder Who."
The Genius Sings the Blues is a must-have for any Ray Charles fan, offering a raw and electrifying showcase of Charles' ability to convey pain and joy simultaneously. His legendary piano playing is front and center, with bluesy riffs and rolling chords that define Ray's unique style. With a rich backing band, including soulful horns and grooving rhythms, the album delivers an authentic and deeply felt blues experience. It's a testament to the soul of a true musical pioneer.
All the hallmarks of a top-notch Analogue Productions (Atlantic 75 Series) reissue are here for you to savor: Mastered directly from the original mono master tape by Bernie Grundman and cut at 45 RPM. Pressed on 180-gram 2LP at Quality Record Pressings, and housed in a tip-on old style gatefold double pocket jacket by Stoughton Printing.
The 75th Anniversary of Atlantic Records
"75 for 75" is a series of 75 vinyl releases from Atlantic Records' storied catalog to celebrate the label's 75th Anniversary. This great label includes some of the best artists and records of all time.

Features:

• Atlantic 75 Series
• 100% All-Analog
• 180g Vinyl
• 45rpm
• Double LP
• Mono
• Mastered by Bernie Grundman from the Original Mono Master Tape
• Pressed at Quality Record Pressings
• Tip-On Old Style Gatefold Double Pocket Jacket by Stoughton Printing

Selections:

Side A
1. Early In The Mornin'
2. Hart Times (No ONe Knows Better Than I)
3. The Midnight Hour
Side B
1. The Right Time
2. Feelin' Sad
3. Ray's Blues
Side C
1. I'm Movin' On
2. I Believe To My Soul
3. Nobody Cares
Side D
1. Mr. Charles' Blues
2. Some Day Baby
3. I Wonder Who