Ray Sings Basie Swings combines archival, never-before-heard Ray Charles vocal recordings with brand new performances by the Count Basie Orchestra. This groundbreaking release gives listeners the unprecedented experience of hearing Ray Charles at the dazzling peak of his vocal prowess. Ray Sings Basie Swings was created with the most up-to-date recording and mixing technology, offering sound quality that is state-of-the-art.

The producers of this project discovered archival reels of Ray Charles and the Count Basie Orchestra performing live together in 1973. Although the vocals were superior, the remaining elements were of extremely poor quality. They decided to bring the current Basie Orchestra into the studio and, using the latest technology, they carefully and painstakingly laid down a new instrumental backdrop for Ray Charles' towering vocals.

The result is a seamless session that unites two titans of R&B and jazz. And sonically, everything is first-rate! - The Absolute Sound, January 2007 

Ray Charles and Count Basie Ray Sings and Basie Swings Track Listing

1. Oh What A Beautiful Morning 
2. Let The Good Times Roll 
3. How Long Has This Been Going On? 
4. Every Saturday Night 
5. I Can't Stop Loving You 
6. Cryin' Time 
7. Busted 
8. Come Live With Me 
9. Feel So Bad 
10. The Long And Winding Road 
11. Look What They've Done To My Song 
12. Georgia On My Mind