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    raydavies .info. Sir Raymond Douglas Davies CBE ( / ˈdeɪvɪz / DAY-viz; [1] [2] born 21 June 1944) is an English musician. He was the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist and primary songwriter for the rock band the Kinks, which he led with his younger brother Dave on lead guitar and backing vocals.

  2. May 24, 2023 · The Kinks’ Ray Davies on the song he wants played at his funeral. Ray Davies enjoying a cuppa, April 1975. (Michael Putland / Getty Images) By Mikael Wood Pop Music Critic. May 24, 2023 7 AM PT ...

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  3. Jun 6, 2024 · Ray Davies in 1972. Picture: Getty. As of 2024, Ray Davies is 79 years old. He was born on June 21, 1944, in Muswell Hill, London. His parents were Frederick George Davies and Anne Lydia Davies. Ray Davies is the seventh of eight children, with his most notable sibling being his younger brother Dave Davies, who was also a member of The Kinks.

  4. 6 days ago · Ray Davies' keen observational skills and his ability to infuse songs with wit, irony, and genuine emotion set a template for what rock music could be—a medium for personal and social expression. A Legacy of Innovation. Ray Davies' genius lies not only in his ability to craft unforgettable melodies but also in his willingness to push boundaries.

  5. Jul 11, 2018 · Ray Davies Featured On Bill Shanley Album, ‘Midnight Mission,’ Available Now. Ray Davies contributed vocals and lyrics to the song “Graceville (I’ll Take You There)” on Bill Shanley’s new solo album, Midnight Mission, in stores today. Get your copy on CD…. Read More.

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  6. Jul 15, 2023 · Ray Davies has faced a lifelong condition, a serious injury, and mental health struggle, but is still kicking about in his late 70s. By Chanel Georgina, Senior Reporter.

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  8. Jun 17, 2024 · Ray Davies was the principal songwriter and lead singer for the band. In August 1964 the Kinks’ single “ You Really Got Me” put them on the road to success. Written by Davies and influenced by rhythm and blues, the song was driven by Dave Davies’s distorted guitar riff (partly the result of the slashing of the cone in his amplifier with a razor) and power chords, along with its ...

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