Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music, Volume Two

by Ray Charles

Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music, Volume Two cover art

Rushed into production to capitalize on the unprecedented success of its predecessor, Ray Charles's second volume further bridges the gap between R&B and Nashville country. Featuring big band arrangements by Gerald Wilson and the Raelettes on backing vocals, it secured another massive hit with the bittersweet 'You Are My Sunshine'.

Genres

  • Country Soul
  • Rhythm & Blues
  • Vocal Jazz

Tracklist

  1. You Are My Sunshine
  2. No Letter Today
  3. Someday (You'll Want Me To Want You)
  4. Don't Tell Me Your Troubles
  5. Midnight
  6. Oh, Lonesome Me
  7. Take These Chains From My Heart
  8. Your Cheating Heart
  9. I'll Never Stand In Your Way
  10. Making Believe
  11. Teardrops In My Heart
  12. Hang Your Head In Shame