VINTAGE ALBANY-Notable Albanians Part One
Tweet A lot of famous people were either born in Albany or lived here including the “three Rays” (Charles, Stevens and Knight). Albany has been home at one time or another to many actors/actresses, singers, artists, athletes and composers. Singer and composer Ray Charles (Robinson) was born in Albany in 1930, the family [...]
Read More →Why Phillip Phillips matters
Tweet There must be something in the water here. I mean besides all of that calcium carbonate that gives us a higher rate of kidney stones than other parts of the country. Albany, Leesburg, and the surrounding areas are flooded with greatness. Phillip Phillips signs are popping up everywhere like the dew on [...]
Read More →For first time, Charles’ son to visit father’s birthplace
Tweet By Cathy Higgins The oldest son of Albany native and world-renowned musician Ray Charles is making his inaugural visit to the Good Life City this week. Ray Charles Robinson Jr., will be at the Albany Municipal Auditorium Friday at 7 p.m. to discuss and sign copies of his first book, “You Don’t Know Me: [...]
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