How important is dance/disco music in the history of American music?
One of the first disco hit records was the song “Rock You Baby” by George McCrae on TK. This song was number one in every disco club in the world, followed by KC & The Sunshine Band and over 20 gold and platinum disco records. So, of course, with this kind of impact and popularity, the 70’s were very instrumental in making history in the music business where TK was a leader in this era. Disco left its mark not only in the music but also was part of a cultural revolution. Disco took on a life of its own and became a part of American music history. What was it like working with Ray Charles, James Brown, Sam & Dave and Hank Ballard and the Midnighters before they were well known? Ray Charles – In 1950 I met Ray at a hotel in Miami’s Overtown. I liked how he sounded and asked him to come by my little studio and cut a few sides. He came by and at first he played and sounded a lot like Nat King Cole, and I suggested that we try and record more blues type material. He was very cooperative and
