1954
in MusicAlbums
1
Artists
5
Milestones
7
Notable Releases
SINGLE1954
I've Got a Woman
Ray CharlesA notable Atlantic Records hit that combined gospel, jazz, and blues elements, reaching number two on the R&B chart.
Significant Milestones
Columbia Records Contract
DebutJackson signed a groundbreaking $50,000-per-year four-year contract with Columbia Records, becoming the first gospel artist to sign with the major label.
Joined Bobby Byrd's Group
AchievementJoined what would become the Famous Flames, beginning the partnership that would launch his career into the R&B mainstream.
