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S1E8: Ray Stevens

Season 1, Episode 8 September 1, 2021

Born Harold Ray Ragsdale, the Grammy-winning songwriter, producer, arranger, and performer known as Ray Stevens is regarded as one of the most talented forces in country music. Though often thought of as a funnyman who writes hilarious and topical songs, he also wrote music recorded by Brook Benton, Dierks Bentley, Sammy Davis, Jr., and many others. On Voices in the Hall, he recounts his rise from Georgia boy to international star.

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S1E8: Ray Stevens on Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s “Voice in the Hall” Podcast. Stevens is holding a microphone in formal attire.
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