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Even as Ray Charles' heath waned, the consummate musician always managed to dazzle. Genius Loves Company would be his last studio album, but is a fitting legacy for his remarkable career. Charles recorded his last song for Genius Loves Company in March 2004. The CD of duets with old friends and lifelong admirers--including Norah Jones, Van Morrison, Diana Krall, Elton John, Willie Nelson, BB King and Gladys Knight--is a testament to the high regard in which the music world held him.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I bought this album primary for the duet with Diana Krall as I'm totally crazy about her music and I buy every thing she is into. As this is my first album with Ray Charles I must say I'm pretty impressed and I need more of Ray Charles too!
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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I love the music on this CD, even though unavoidable sadness and nostalgia accompany my listening pleasure. I grew up to the sound of Ray Charles' voice, his songs...and absolutely loving them. Unfortunately, this album is not a sample of the artist at his best. It is obvious that he was ill and his voice has a strained, almost feeble quality at times. But even in his final studio album, Mr. Charles, "the genius," is better than most stylists/musicians at peak form.
Ray's sings 12 timeless favorites with younger performers, who have already established themselves as talents, as well as with some older pros. These duets give "Genius Loves Company" a funky, eclectic sound, and provoke the warm feeling that his legacy has been passed down to another generation. Some of the best cuts include: Charles' duet with B. B. King on "Sinner's Prayer." He plays a bluesy piano that goes straight back to his musical roots - fantastic! And with King along on blues guitar, it doesn't get much better! The sassy version of "Sweet Potato Pie" with James Taylor, and "Fever" with Natalie Cole are outstanding. He and Elton John do a soulful interpretation of the latter's "Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word."
"Genius Loves Company" makes no pretensions. It is an honest album, pleasing, laid-back and memorable because it is Ray Charles's farewell to his fans. I think it is a 'must have' for anyone who loves his music! Highly recommended!
JANA
22 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Q magazine slated it as being predictable and a poor final bow out for Ray Charles. Predictable? Yes, in the sense of you know what to expect. All the songs are standards, the co-vocalists are all well known and deliver good performances. If you liked other Duets albums you'll like this. I did and I do.
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Genius loves company
This CD is pure genius and is awash with good company. An easy listen that sets you in a good mood. Well worth listening to.
Published 17 months ago by SharronA
Absolutely brilliant
First heard of this album at the Georgia Music Museum. Just had to buy it when we got back to the UK. Read more
Published on 22 Jan 2010 by Mr. Seymour Griffiths
Ray Charles
Having searched the high street for weeks without success I found this great CD and it arrived the next day!
Published on 19 Jan 2010 by Emma Dobson
Gift
Bought this for a friend. Came in good time and in excellent condition. thank you.
Published on 1 Nov 2009 by N. E. BURDETT
Flawed farewell to the genius
Don't get me wrong this is a very good album. However some of the vocal tracks by Ray are rather strained vocally and to some extent like Sinatra was on his 2 "duet" albums he is... Read more
Published on 8 Sep 2008 by Mr. N. Thompson
Rock critics know nothing
While "Q" slagged this CD off you got the impression that it was not going to be their office listening or that anyone would actually buy it-unless Q staff get freebies. Read more
Published on 13 April 2008 by Richard
So, so good!
Apart from Ray Charles there are many fine performers and performances on this album - I particularly like the tracks with Norah Jones Diana Krall and Natalie Cole. Read more
Published on 3 Mar 2008 by AfterTheEvent
A worthy tribute
I first heard the music of Ray Charles after watching the film "Ray". I had heard good reviews for this album and decided to plunge in. Read more
Published on 31 Jan 2007 by Physical Graffiti
Amazing and Inspiring
Truely amazing, every track on this cd is amazing. As i listened to it the first time i realised this would be a cd which would be played everyday. Very inspiring. Read more
Published on 11 Dec 2005 by H. Ngoff
Fabulous Ray
Fabulous, fabulous, fabulous - a massive final tribute to the world, and a marvellous memory of a brilliant musician. Read more
Published on 5 Jun 2005
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