Birdy takes a deep dive into the history of the Chitlin' Circuit, the aftermath of Ray Charles' death, all the tea on the beef between his children and his long time manager Joe Adams, and sad truth behind what happened to Margie Hendrix.

Sources

History of the Chitlin' Circuit - R&B Hall of Fame

Ray Charles’ Children Win Lawsuit Over Song Rights Termination - The Hollywood Reporter

Joe Adams, Longtime Manager of Ray Charles Dies at 94

The Lucrative Afterlife of Music Estates – Heirs and Their Struggle Over Termination Rights

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This week Brick and Birdy dance to the music of Ray Charles, and learn about his life and legacy while watching Ray from 2004. Follow along as we discover his beginnings, his struggles getting started in the world and music industry, his genius, his deep flaws, and ultimate triumphs.

Sources:

Ray (2004) - IMDB

Ray Charles

The Ray Charles Foundation

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum - Nashville

Ray Charles - Brittanica

Ray Charles and Disability - Smithsonian Music

The Story of Ray Charles - Industries for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Vision of A Genius: The Legacy of Brother Ray Charles - UDiscoverMusic

Ray Charles' children battle over his legacy - Los Angeles Times

12 Children, 10 “Baby Mamas” & a $75 Million Cash Pot: The Complicated Legacy of Ray Charles - Know Your Instrument

Remembering Ray Charles: A Legacy of Genius and Soul - Nick Aldieri

Who Are Ray Charles' Children? Here's What We Know About All 12 - Blavity

The Enchanting History of Bottle Trees in the South - The Beaumont House

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Birdy comes to you this week with great thanks, and short history of podcasting. She'll tease you about upcoming episodes, and remind all that Brick and Birdy would love to hear from you!

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