Ray Charles

Ray Charles is honoured in a statue on the lawn between the Montreux Palace hotel and the festival hub.

The Sydney Morning Herald·Australia· 2026-06-01

Brandi Carlile references Ray Charles as an influence in her interpretation of 'America the Beautiful'.

The Times of India·India· 2026-02-07

Santos compared Ray Charles to Teodoro Reyes, indicating their equivalence in terms of artistry.

Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889·Dominican Republic· 2025-12-21

Ray Charles is mentioned as a significant influence in the context of a Slovenian vocalist's work.

Delo – major Slovenian daily, est. 1959·Slovenia· 2025-10-12

Ray Charles is referenced as part of the musical backdrop during Armani's social gatherings.

Corriere della Sera·Italy· 2025-09-06

Ray Charles was one of the famous musicians who frequented the social scene in Versilia during the rise of Armani and Galeotti.

Corriere della Sera·Italy· 2025-09-06

Ray Charles was one of the iconic American artists involved in We Are the World.

Diari d’Andorra – major newspaper in the Principality·Andorra· 2025-09-01

Ray Charles recorded songs from Porgy and Bess with Cleo Laine.

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-07-25

Ray Charles was the first resident artist of the festival, performing multiple times in 1961.

Monaco-Matin – newspaper covering the Principality of Monaco·Monaco· 2025-07-17

Ray Charles is mentioned as the performer at Robert Yvon's first concert.

Monaco-Matin – newspaper covering the Principality of Monaco·Monaco· 2025-07-12

Lalo Schifrin combined Ray Charles with a jazz-influenced symphony orchestra for 'Cincinnati Kid'.

Neue Zürcher Zeitung·Switzerland· 2025-06-30

Ray Charles is one of the iconic musicians that shaped Arleen's musical background.

Monaco-Matin – newspaper covering the Principality of Monaco·Monaco· 2025-06-27

Ray Charles was a legendary American singer and pianist, considered a pioneer of soul music.

Adevărul·Romania· 2025-06-09

Ray Charles was an American musician who inspired Nicole Croisille in her career.

O Globo·Brazil· 2025-06-05

Ray Charles is another legendary artist associated with Atlantic Records.

El Nacional·Venezuela· 2025-05-29

Ray Charles is honored as a pioneering spirit in music and a model of artistic freedom.

La Prensa – high-circulation Honduran daily·Honduras· 2025-04-04

Ray Charles is mentioned as an artist whose music can evoke strong emotions.

Neue Zürcher Zeitung·Switzerland· 2025-03-14

Ray Charles wrote the song 'Hit the Road' which inspired the author to explore the streets of London.

El Nacional·Venezuela· 2025-03-05

Riccardo Cocciante drew inspiration from Ray Charles for his singing style.

Corriere della Sera·Italy· 2025-02-28

Ray Charles is noted for sitting in and singing with Jim Doherty's trio.

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2025-02-22

Medley credits his latest resurrection to his idol Ray Charles, who mixed country and soul.

The Guardian·United Kingdom· 2025-02-19

Ray Charles is mentioned as one of the entertainers who has performed at Mission Estate Winery.

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-02-17