{"title":"Ray Davies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSir Ray Davies, born June 21, 1944 in Muswell Hill, London, is the lead singer of the legendary band The Kinks. He wrote and produced most of their songs alongside his brother Dave. In 1995, he embarked on a solo career with his Storyteller tour, where he shared excerpts from his biography X-Ray and performed old and new songs that narrated the story of his life. His first official solo album was released in February 2006. Recognized for his contributions to the arts, Davies was awarded a knighthood in the 2017 New Year Honours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a distinctive sound and captivating storytelling abilities, *Ray Davies* has influenced generations of musicians. His music resonates with fans who appreciate artists like Pete Townshend, Graham Parker, Nick Lowe, and Brian Wilson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the brilliance of *Ray Davies*'s solo work as well as his iconic contributions to The Kinks' discography. Discover timeless classics and delve into the narrative world created by this influential artist.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"our-country-americana-act-ii","title":"Our Country: Americana Act II","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eOur Country: Americana Act II\u003c\/i\u003e is the eagerly awaited new album from Ray Davies. The continuing story of The Kinks co-founder’s journeys through America, as depicted in his 2013 memoir Americana and last year’s album of the same name, \u003ci\u003eOur Country: Americana Act II\u003c\/i\u003e is an album borne from Davies’ vision of America - how it shaped him and evolved through the years. His reflections on his experiences in America instigate personal reformation, and eventually rediscovery and celebration of his own origins. \u003ci\u003eOur Country,\u003c\/i\u003e like its predecessor, was recorded at the legendary Konk Studios in London with guitarist Bill Shanley and The Jayhawks once again serving as Davies’ backing band plus a group of UK musicians. The album picks up several intriguing musical threads from Davies’ extraordinary songwriting catalogue, from the opener \u003ci\u003eOur Country\u003c\/i\u003e - which is developed on a theme melody heard in Americana’s title track – to reinterpretations of songs inspired by America and written for other projects over the years, including \u003ci\u003eOklahoma USA\u003c\/i\u003e (first heard on The Kinks’ \u003ci\u003eMusewell Hilbillies\u003c\/i\u003e), \u003ci\u003eThe Real World \u003c\/i\u003e(from 2007’s acclaimed solo album, W\u003ci\u003eorking Man's Cafe\u003c\/i\u003e) and \u003ci\u003eThe Getaway\u003c\/i\u003e (from 2006’s \u003ci\u003eOther Peoples Lives\u003c\/i\u003e). The album was arranged and produced by Ray Davies; the album was co-produced by Guy Massey and John Jackson. All songs by Ray Davies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2LP - Double Vinyl with Download.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Legacy","offers":[{"title":"LP","offer_id":50455950229835,"sku":"1035540","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/bd58c6bc-5e08-4faa-933b-cec3cafd2f80_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727195314"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/collections\/test_b2365a07_thumbnail_4096_31836a45-062e-4790-bc16-dde6b453c7f9.jpg?v=1727195294","url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/fr\/collections\/ray-davies.oembed","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}