Provides a biography, discography, photo, song highlights, and related links.

Pictures, biography and comments.

Obituary with photos.

Commentary on who would win in a game of darts.

Biography and picture from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, which honored Charles in 1986.

Article and interview excerpts from Seattle's ABC Network affiliate.

Tavis Smiley interviews music legend Ray Charles about his new CD Thanks for Bringing Love Around Again. Charles talks about the album, his career and why after 50 years in the business, he still finds enjoyment in making music. [27:33 Realaudio broadcast]

Tavis Smiley speaks to Ray Charles about the events of Sept. 11, 2001 and about his version of the song America the Beautiful. [10:19 Realaudio broadcast]

American musical icon Ray Charles died of complications from liver disease today at his Beverly Hills home. In a career that lasted more than half a century, Charles defied categorization and brought his soulful stylings to jazz, pop, country and R&B. [8:20 Realaudio broadcast]

Day to Day remembers the life and songs of musician Ray Charles, who died today at the age of 73 after a long battle with cancer. [4:05 Realaudio broadcast]

Retrospective of interviews and live recordings as part of a Soul Music Week series. [16:14 Realaudio broadcast]

Official site for the last album he recorded. Includes an interview, sound files, and photos.

Original song-by-song analysis of Charles' greatest records and compositions.

Online petiton initiated by The Derek Trucks Band.

Official site with biography, autobiography, discography, fan club, tour dates and news.

Liner notes from the box set: several essays about Ray Charles' career and a discography.

Inductee biography and timeline.

Profile of the artist, including his early years in Florida.

Robert Siegel talks to musician Ray Charles about his 1959 song 'What'd I Say'. The song was chosen by NPR listeners as part of the 'NPR 100'... 100 pieces of music that are among the best American music of the 20th century.

Includes a collection of lyrics.