Ray Charles, a pioneering figure in soul music and a trailblazer in breaking racial barriers in the entertainment industry, was born 96 years ago in Georgia. His 1964 concert has been reissued, and his legacy continues to be celebrated through new releases on his Tangerine label and collaborations with artists like Dee Dee Bridgewater. His influence spans genres, with notable covers of Hank Snow’s songs and a country hit inspired by Marty Robbins.