Ray Charles 1930-2004

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The legendary pioneer of soul music. He moved to Seattle in 1948 as a teenager to kickstart his career, making his first records and developing his signature sound in the Pacific Northwest jazz scene.

 

Biographical Overview

• Lived from 1930 to 2004
• Born: Jan 1, 1930, Albany, GA
• Died: Jan 1, 2004, Beverly Hills, CA

 

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Last updated: 2026-10-07