Ray Charles

Ray Charles

Рождение : 1930-09-23, Albany, Georgia USA

Смерть : 2004-06-10

История

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Ray Charles Robinson (September 23, 1930 – June 10, 2004), better known by his shortened stage name Ray Charles, was an American musician. He was a pioneer in the genre of soul music during the 1950s by fusing rhythm and blues, gospel, and blues styles into his early recordings with Atlantic Records. He also helped racially integrate country and pop music during the 1960s with his crossover success on ABC Records, most notably with his Modern Sounds albums. While with ABC, Charles became one of the first African-American musicians to be given artistic control by a mainstream record company. Frank Sinatra called Charles “the only true genius in show business.” Rolling Stone ranked Charles number 10 on their list of "100 Greatest Artists of All Time" in 2004, and number two on their November 2008 list of "100 Greatest Singers of All Time". In honoring Charles, Billy Joel noted: "This may sound like sacrilege, but I think Ray Charles was more important than Elvis Presley. I don't know if Ray was the architect of rock & roll, but he was certainly the first guy to do a lot of things . . . Who the hell ever put so many styles together and made it work?" Description above from the Wikipedia article Ray Charles, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia​

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Ray Charles

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The Greatest Night in Pop
Self (archive footage)
In 1985, 46 music icons, including Lionel Richie, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, Cyndi Lauper, Diana Ross, and Stevie Wonder, came together for the most star-studded recording session in history. This is the untold story of the legendary global pop song “We Are the World” — which very nearly didn’t happen.
2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
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The 37th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony take place on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California. This year’s Performer Inductees are Pat Benatar, Duran Duran, Eminem, Eurythmics, Dolly Parton, Lionel Richie, and Carly Simon. Judas Priest and Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis will receive the Musical Excellence Award, Harry Belafonte and Elizabeth Cotten the Early Influence Award, and Allen Grubman, Jimmy Iovine, and Sylvia Robinson the Ahmet Ertegun Award.
В свете прожекторов
Self (archive footage)
Углубленный взгляд на изображение трансгендерных людей в Голливудских картинах и влияние этих историй на повседневную жизнь трансгендеров и американскую культуру.
Я вам не негр
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История расизма в США сквозь призму воспоминаний Джеймса Болдуина о борцах за гражданские права: Медгаре Эверсе, Малкольме Иксе и Мартине Лютере Кинге. Также лента содержит наблюдения Болдуина на тему американской истории.
Face of Unity
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Face Of Unity is the definitive Nelson Mandela documentary feature and first retrospective to be released since the president's death in late 2013. It includes a never before seen speech where Mandela outlines the groundwork for peace and reconciliation to future generations. The piece also includes tributes to Nelson Mandela from President Barack Obama, Sam Jackson, Jack Nicklaus, George Lucas, Ray Charles, Morgan Freeman, and two former Australian Prime Ministers, among others.
Jazzline - Ray Charles & Orchestra
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Ray Charles - Live in France 1961
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Lost for 50 years, these newly discovered concerts were filmed at the 1961 Antibes Jazz Festival in France and show Ray Charles in his prime period with the original Raeletts and his most legendary band (including David "Fathead" Newman and Hank Crawford). These first concerts he ever gave in Europe opened the door for Ray Charles to become one of the most revered international stars America has ever produced.
Ray Charles: Live At Montreux
The unforgettable Ray Charles swings and sings with the best of them in this finger-snapping live performance at the 1997 Montreux Jazz Festival. The legend shows off his prodigious talents and wows the audience with such tunes as "I Don't Know," "Georgia on My Mind," "Mississippi Mud," "Busted," "You Made Me Love You," "Angelina," "Song for You," "Do It to Me Slow," "Shadows of My Mind," "People Will Say We're in Love" and more.
Jazz Evolution
Self - Piano, Vocals
Ray Charles: The Legend Lives On
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American R&B icon Ray Charles lets loose on this collection of electrifying live performances from throughout his legendary career.
Atlantic Records: The House That Ahmet Built
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This American Masters episode showcases the wonderful influence of Ahmet Ertegun, the founder of Atlantic Records. Since the label's founding in 1947, some of the most popular Rhythm and Blues and Rock 'n' Roll artists have worked for Atlantic. Among them: first artist Ruth Brown, Big Joe Turner, Ray Charles, Bobby Darin, The Coasters, Aretha Franklin, The Rolling Stones, Phil Collins and many more. Also covered are many of the Atlantic crew like engineer Tom Dowd, producer Jerry Wexler, and songwriters Mike Lieber and Jerry Stoller.
Fats Domino: Walking to New Orleans
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1. Introduction 2. I'm Walking 3. Blueberry Hill 4. MyBlue Heaven 5. Blue Monday 6. Hello Josephine 7. I Want To Walk You Home 8. I'm Ready 9. Oh Wee 10. Walking To New Orleans 11. Shake, Rattle And Roll 12. I'm Gonna Be A Wheel Someday 13. Ain't That A Shame 14. I Hear You Knocking 15. My Blue Heaven 16. Your Cheatin' Heart 17. When The Saints Go Marching In 18. Sentimental Journey - INSTRUMENTAL
Ray Charles: Live at the Olympia
Legendary musician Ray Charles turned the lemons of transportation trouble into the sweet lemonade of an unplugged concert. With his band stranded at the airport, Charles had only his drummer, a guitar player, and a bass player with him in Paris for the performance. Though understandably late, the show went on, and what resulted was a creative concert that stands out in Charles's stellar performance history.
Ray Charles with the Voices of Jubilation Choir
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Burt Sugarman's The Midnight Special: 1976
Live performances from a television music show that aired late night on the NBC-TV network the U.S.
Ray Charles: Soul of the Holy Land
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Ray Charles' 1973 tour of the Holy Land is memorialized in this inspiring concert documentary, highlighting his sold-out performance in Tel Aviv, and featuring the 17-piece Ray Charles Orchestra and the fabulous Raylettes. Follow this award-winning entertainer.
Ray Charles: O-Genio - Live In Brazil 1963
Ray Charles: Genius Loves Company
DVD that accompanied the CD release. Has behind the scenes and rehearsal footage.
Tom Dowd & The Language of Music
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Tom Dowd & the Language Of Music profiles the extraordinary life and legendary work of music producer/recording engineer Tom Dowd. Historical footage, vintage photographs and interviews with a who's who list of musical giants from the worlds of jazz, soul and classic rock shine a spotlight on the brilliance of Tom Dowd, whose creative spirit and passion for innovative technology helped shape the course of modern music.
Hank Williams: Honky Tonk Blues
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The authoritative documentary on Country Music's most influential figure.
Rockin' Pianos
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1. Introduction 2. The Fat Man - Fats Domino 3. Walking To New Orleans - Fats Domino 4. Blueberry Hill - Fats Domino 5. Shake, Rattle And Roll - Fats Domino 6. C.C. Rider - Fats Domino 7. Sentimental Journey - Fats Domino 8. I Was Raised On Rock - Jerry Lee Lewis feat. Ron Wood 9. Great Balls Of Fire - Jerry Lee Lewis feat. Ron Wood 10. Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On - Jerry Lee Lewis feat. Ron Wood 11. A Certain Girl - Ron Wood & Paul Shaffer 12. I Got A Woman - Ray Charles feat. Ron Wood 13. Since You've Been Gone - Ray Charles feat. Ron Wood 14. Lewis Boogie - Ray Charles, Jerry Lee Lewis & Fats Domino feat. Ron Wood 15. Jambalaya (On The Bayou) - Ray Charles, Jerry Lee Lewis & Fats Domino feat. Ron Wood 16. Swanee River Rock - Ray Charles, Jerry Lee Lewis & Fats Domino feat. Ron Wood 17. The Rockin' Piano - Instrumental
TV in Black: The First Fifty Years
Self (archive footage)
Discover how television has reflected the African American experience in this retrospective of the medium's first half-century. Actors, writers and historians discuss the image of black America on television from Amos and Andy to the present day. The interviews accompany clips from groundbreaking shows and performances by entertainment pioneers that create a timeline of the portrayal of African Americans throughout TV history.
Willie Nelson & Friends: Live and Kickin'
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Country music legend and American icon Willie Nelson is joined on stage by some of the biggest names in music for a once-in-a-lifetime concert event to celebrate his 70th birthday.
Piano Blues
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Director — and piano player — Clint Eastwood explores his life-long passion for piano blues, using a treasure trove of rare historical footage in addition to interviews and performances by such living legends as Pinetop Perkins and Jay McShann, as well as Dave Brubeck and Marcia Ball.
The Willie Nelson Special - With Special Guest Ray Charles
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Recorded in 1984, Willie Nelson, one of the most influential musical figures of the past quarter century performs on this DVD for the first time with Ray Charles. Filmed live at the Austin Opera House.
Ray Charles: Live: Montreux Jazz Festival
Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration
The Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Special was a 2001 New York City revue show by Michael Jackson. It took place on September 7, 2001 and September 10, 2001. In late November 2001, the CBS television network aired the concerts as a two-hour special in honour of Michael Jackson's thirtieth year as a solo entertainer (his first solo single, "Got to Be There", was recorded in 1971). The show was edited from footage of two separate concerts Michael had orchestrated in New York City's Madison Square Garden on September 7 and September 10 of 2001. The shows sold out in five hours. Ticket prices were pop's most expensive ever; the best seats cost $5,000 and included a dinner with Michael Jackson and a signed poster.
Ray Charles - In Concert
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The name Ray Charles stands for superstar worldwide. He is an icon in the music world, has a star on Hollywood Boulevard's Walk of Fame, a bronze bust enshrined in the Playboy Hall of Fame, and has received fifteen Grammys, the Kennedy Center Honor, and three National Medals of Arts. In his fifty years in the music world, Ray Charles has earned the title "The Legendary Genius of Soul." In this 1999 benefit concert for the Miami Lighthouse for the Blind from the James L. Knight center in Miami, Florida, Ray Charles performs such classics as I Got A Woman, Georgia On My Mind, and his moving rendition of America, The Beautiful. In addition, Charles delights the audience with a saxophone solo and a duet with special guest and Grammy Award-winning jazz vocalist Diane Schuur.
The Best of Bob Hope: 50 years of Laughter Volume 2
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This Bob Hope Special called “Highlights of a Quarter Century” begins his 26th year with NBC in 1975 (he began with NBC radio in 1937) celebrating 25 years of Bob Hope Specials and the many celebrities that appeared on them The clips begin with his very first special, for Frigidaire, on April 9, 1950 and putting his way through the years to 1975
The Best of Bob Hope: 50 years of Laughter Volume 1
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This Bob Hope Special called “Highlights of a Quarter Century” begins his 26th year with NBC in 1975 (he began with NBC radio in 1937) celebrating 25 years of Bob Hope Specials and the many celebrities that appeared on them The clips begin with his very first special, for Frigidaire, on April 9, 1950 and putting his way through the years to 1975
Blue's Big Musical Movie
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Get ready for lots of musical fun in this first full-length movie based on the popular Nick Jr. TV series for preschoolers. Just as friendly cartoon pup Blue and her friends are ready for their big backyard music show, Tickety losers her voice... which means Blue needs a new singing partner! Where will she find one? Sit in your thinking chair, play along and see.
Неистребимый шпион
Busdriver
Секретный агент ВД — 40 должен расстроить коварный план суперврага генерала Ранкора — сумасшедшего психопата, потерявшего руки во время взрыва — но он вооружен и очень опасен! Миссия суперагента — спасти мир от разрушения, вызволить дочь своей погибшей много лет назад подруги, и, конечно же, внедриться в ряды террористов вместе со своей сексуальной напарницей.
Мир Джима Хенсона
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Эпизод великих представлений о Джиме Хенсоне
Любовный роман
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Они обручены, но не друг с другом. Итак, Майк и Терри решаются испытать свою внезапно вспыхнувшую любовь. Они не будут общаться друг с другом в течение трех месяцев, после чего, если их любовь все еще сильна, встретятся на крыше небоскреба «Эмпайр Стэйт Билдинг». Но судьба подвергает их любовь более суровому испытанию, чем любое из тех, на которые решились бы Майк и Терри...
Sesame Street All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever!
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Sesame Street All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever! was a 1994 TV special that aired on ABC to celebrate Sesame Street's 25th anniversary. It was originally broadcast on May 18, 1994. The show featured Joe Pesci (as Ronald Grump), Corbin Bernsen (as real estate attorney, Arnie), Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman (as a Worm TV hosts), John Goodman (as Tough Guy Helpline operator), Charles Grodin (as Chaz), Julia Louis-Dreyfus (as reporter Kathie Lee Kathie), Rosie O'Donnell (as the Good Hope Fairy), Susan Sarandon (as Bitsy), Barbara Walters (reporting for 25/25), and Regis Philbin and Kathie Lee Gifford (as themselves).
Ray Alexander: A Taste For Justice
Ray investigates the murder of a psychiatrist.
Willie Nelson: The Big Six-O
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Willie Nelson and friends celebrate his sixtieth birthday in a star-studded concert event.
Montreux Jazz Festival 1991
The Muppets Celebrate Jim Henson
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While the Muppets prepare a tribute to the late Jim Henson, they learn about the life and career of the renowned puppeteer/film maker.
Listen Up: The Lives Of Quincy Jones
Himself
The extraordinary life of Quincy Jones -- one of the 20th century's most influential and talented composers, musicians and music producers -- provides the basis of this offbeat, free-form documentary tribute. With little regard for formal timelines and traditional documentary biography methods, the film is an amazing patchwork of personal insights featuring a constellation of music stars including his long-time friend Ray Charles, Miles Davis, Frank Sinatra, Herbie Hancock, Ella Fitzgerald, Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Dizzy Gillespie and rappers Big Daddy Kane and Flavor Flav, as well as politicians, filmmakers and other important people. Some of the most moving scenes involve Jones returning to his childhood home in Chicago and recounting honest and painful memories from his childhood. Jones does not shy from discussing everything -- from his mother's mental illness, to his marital problems, to his serious health conditions. He also looks frankly at his career.
Limit Up
Julius
Casey is the assistant of commodity trader Peter Oak, but wants to get a license herself. When the diabolic Nike appears and promises to make her successful by use of her supernatural abilities, Casey hesitantly accepts. By correctly predicting the price of soy beans, she manages to make a career, but the price that Nike demands is high: she wants Casey's soul!
Legends of Rock 'n' Roll
Ray Charles
Are you ready for some old-time rock and roll?! Then you are ready for the masters, the originators, the men who made the music, the "Legends of Rock 'n' Roll Live." Join the "Godfather of Soul" James Brown, "The Killer" Jerry Lee Lewis, "Mr. Blueberry Hill" Fats Domino, "Hey" Bo Diddley, the "Genius" Ray Charles, "King of the Blues" B.B. King and "Tutti Frutti" Little Richard as they raise the roof "old school style." There's nothing like the originals, and this concert proves it once and for all! Songs: Papa's Got a Brand New Bag, I Feel Good [I Got You] (James Brown), Bo Diddley, I'm a Man (Bo Diddley), Mess Around, I'm a Fool For You (Ray Charles), Great Gosh a' Mighty (Little Richard), The Wild One [Real Wild Child], Great Balls of Fire, Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On (Jerry Lee Lewis), I'm Ready, Blueberry Hill (Fats Domino), Let the Good Times Roll, How Blue Can You Get? (B.B. King), All-Star Jam (Company).
The Beach Boys: 25 Years Together - A Celebration In Waikiki
Enjoy the Beach Boys in a 90 minute concert celebrating their 25 year anniversary with guest artists like Glen Campbell, Ray Charles, The Everly Brothers, Jeffery Osborne, Belinda Carlisle and Three Dog Night. The concert was recorded in December 1986 on the sunny Waikiki beach in Hawaii.
Billy Joel: Building the Bridge
Self
In 1986, Billy Joel released the album titled The Bridge on July 29th on Columbia Records. Go behind the scenes with Billy and learn about the songwriting and recording process behind the album.
The Muppets: A Celebration of 30 Years
Self (archive footage)
For the first time in their careers, all the Muppets (except the ones that couldn't make it, like the Doozers, Gorgs and most of the Fraggles) have gathered together in one place to celebrate their thirtieth anniversary and honor the one who brought them together: Kermit the Frog (and by doing so, Jim Henson).
The Statue of Liberty
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For more than 100 years, the Statue of Liberty has been a symbol of hope and refuge for generations of immigrants. In this lyrical, compelling and provocative portrait of the statue, Ken Burns explores both the history of America’s premier symbol and the meaning of liberty itself. Featuring rare archival photographs, paintings and drawings, readings from actual diaries, letters and newspapers of the day, the fascinating story of this universally admired monument is told. In interviews with Americans from all walks of life, including former New York governor Mario Cuomo, the late congresswoman Barbara Jordan and the late writers James Baldwin and Jerzy Kosinski, The Statue of Liberty examines the nature of liberty and the significance of the statue to American life. Nominated for both the Academy Award ® and the Emmy Award ®, The Statue of Liberty received the prestigious CINE Golden Eagle, the Christopher Award and the Blue Ribbon at the American Film Festival.
We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song
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We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song is a documentary which examines how the song was written, how producer Quincy Jones and songwriters Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie persuaded some of the most popular performers in America to donate their services to the project, and offers a behind-the-scenes look at the marathon recording session that produced the single.
Ray Charles: A Man & His Soul
A special celebrating Ray Charles' 40 years in show business, taped at the Cocoanut Grove club in LA in the early summer of 1983.
Andy Williams' Early New England Christmas
Music Consultant
Andy Williams' Early New England Christmas
Lynda Carter's Celebration
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Lynda Carter's third musical TV special.
Ray Charles Live - In Concert with the Edmonton Symphony
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This DVD was recorded on January 27, 1981 in Edmonton, Alberta at Jubilee Auditorium. It captures Ray Charles at his finest as a live performer, and includes performances of classics "Hit The Road Jack", "Georgia On My Mind", "And Take These Chains From My Heart", mixed in both stereo and Dolby Surround 5.1. Track Listing: 1. Riding Thumb 2. Busted 3. Georgia On My Mind 4. Oh, What A Beautiful Morning 5. Some Enchanted Evening 6. Hit The Road Jack 7. I Can't Stop Loving You 8. Take These Chains From My Heart 9. I Can See Clearly Now 10. What'd I Say 11. America The Beautiful 12. Long Gone Lonesome 13. Steel Guitar Rag 14. Let's Fall In Love
John Schneider: Back Home
John Schneider stars in a musical tribute to his home state of Georgia with guest stars Ray Charles and Barbara Mandrell
Ray Charles At The North Sea Jazz Festival
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Live Concert: Northsea Jazz Festival, Prins Willem Alexanderzaal, Congresgebouw, The Hague – July 13, 1980. Period: The Tangerine/Crossover/Atlantic Years (1973 – 1980). Artist: Ray Charles (with The Raeletts, The Ray Charles Orchestra).
Братья Блюз
Ray
Братья-музыканты Джейк и Элвуд Блюзы узнают, что их родная церковь будет снесена, если за нее вовремя не внесут плату в 5 тысяч долларов. На поиск денег у братьев не много времени, и они решают дать концерт. Однако Джейк только что вышел из тюрьмы, а у Элвуда свои неприятности с законом, и добраться до них мечтают все кому не лень: полиция, бандиты, неонацисты. Прежде чем спасти церковь, братья Блюз устроят настоящий беспредел на улицах Чикаго…
Ray Charles: Angels Keep Watching Over Me
The Voices of Jubilation present Ray Charles. Region 0 Ray Charles was a pioneering American pianist and soul musician who shaped the sound of rhythm & blues, and gospel. Sadly the legend past away June of 2004, but he left us with a collection of some of his best gospel performances. Featuring the Voices Of Jubilation, who consider themselves ministers of music, not performing artists.
The Second Barry Manilow Special
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Barry's second TV special aired on ABC in 1978.
Barbra Streisand... and Other Musical Instruments
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A mulitcultural musical potpourri, Barbra's fifth television spectacular is her most adventurous. Performing a startling array of new songs and classic hits, with genre-bending arrangements, Barbra Streisand... and Other Musical Instruments is a feast for the eyes and ears. Featuring an extended sequence with Ray Charles and The Ralettes
Ray Charles - La Salle Pleyel, Paris
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On October 8th, 1968, Ray Charles, the Raelettes and accompanying musicians performed a televised concert at the Salle Playel, in Paris. The performance was outstanding and included a couple hits as well as lesser known gems, such as The Sun Died, I Believe to My Soul, I've Had My Fun (Going Down Slow) and A Tear Fell.
Полуночная жара
Vocals
В шестидесятые годы в Америке к неграм относились совсем по-другому, нежели сейчас. Расовые предрассудки существовали во всех слоях общества, даже среди полицейских. Обстоятельства складываются так, что белый шериф из провинциального городка вынужден объединить усилия в расследовании чудовищно жестокого убийства с чернокожим детективом из Филадельфии. Их взаимная неприязнь на расовой почве подкрепляется абсолютным несходством характеров и различными методами ведения следствия. Таким образом, расследование преступления превращается в личную разборку между крутыми полицейскими. Но чтобы выйти на след таинственного убийцы им нужно научиться работать вместе.
The Big T.N.T. Show
Self
Live performances by some of the top rock-and-roll acts of the mid 60s. Includes Ray Charles, The Byrds, Joan Baez, Ike and Tina Turner, Donovan, The Lovin' Spoonful, and several more.
Ballad in Blue
himself
Ray Charles plays himself in this film where he helps blind boy David in his struggle to regain his sight. David’s over-protective mother Peggy is afraid of the risks connected with restoring his sight. Ray tries to help the whole family, offering the heavy-drinking Peggy’s heavy-drinking partner Steve an opportunity to work with his band.
Cosmic Ray
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Experimental short uses Ray Charles' “What'd I Say” as accompaniment to constantly shifting collage of female nude, cartoons, and newsreels of atomic bomb explosions.
Swingin' Along
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An amateur tunesmith and a con man pool their resources in order to win first prize in a songwriting contest.
JAPANARAMA! Psycho TV From Japan Vol. 1
No wonder the Japanese are such a stressed-out society: They enjoy mutilating and torturing each other just for the hell of it...not to mention for the benefits of the television cameras, and Japanarama! Volume 1 captures two hours of only the very twisted of psycho TV from Japan. Much of this party tape utilizes footage from bizarre and cruel game shows. Rounding out the tape are some great cheesey commercials, mostly for foods that look grossly unappetizing, and some with sell out American celebrities. A few scenes are shown from various weird Far East movies.