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Can you tell me a little about the conception of Ray Charles' album, Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music?
Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music was the 18th overall LP Ray Charles had recorded.
Where was Ray Charles when he conceived of the album Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music?
The recording sessions for Ray Charles' album, Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music took place at three sessions in mid-February 1962 between New York and California.
Are there any other interesting aspects about Ray Charles' album, Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music besides the recording sessions?
According to Ray Charles, the title of the album was conceived by producer Sid Feller and ABC-Paramount's executives and management people.
Why did Ray Charles conceive of Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music aside from his interest in the genre during his youth?
Charles was influenced by country music, stating that he used to play piano in a hillbilly band and  believed that he could do a good job.

Question: Can you tell me more about why he conceived of the album?
Self-contained rewrite: Can you tell me more about why Ray Charles conceived of the album Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music besides his interest in country music?