NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Once again, New Orleans area native Jon Batiste has a special ace up his sleeve. On Thursday (July 31), the recording artist teased an upcoming collaboration with songwriter Randy ...

Ellis Hall had just finished singing "You Don't Know Me" when Ray Charles approached him backstage. " 'What are you doing singing like that? Being so damn good? You trying to take my gig?,' " Ellis ...

When he began talks about a benefit show for the Q-C United organization, Ray Blue had the ideal tribute concert in mind. “Ray Charles’ music is just enjoyed all over the world,” said Blue, a ...

Quick personal anecdote: Years ago, this reviewer decided that if he got the chance to occupy someone else's head space, "Being John Malkovich"-style, he would choose the portal that leads to Ray ...