Roy Ayers
Real Name:
Roy Edward Ayers, Jr.
Profile:
American funk/soul/jazz composer, vibraphone player, and artist.
Born: 10 September 1940 in Los Angeles. California, USA.
Becoming a prolific recording artist, it's thanks to his trombone playing father and piano teaching mother, he became immersed in music early on.
Among his hits are "Everybody Loves The Sunshine", "Running Away", and collaborations with Fela Kuti, "Africa - Centre Of The World", amongst a massive back catalogue of work.
Father of Roy Ayers III.
Born: 10 September 1940 in Los Angeles. California, USA.
Becoming a prolific recording artist, it's thanks to his trombone playing father and piano teaching mother, he became immersed in music early on.
Among his hits are "Everybody Loves The Sunshine", "Running Away", and collaborations with Fela Kuti, "Africa - Centre Of The World", amongst a massive back catalogue of work.
Father of Roy Ayers III.
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In Groups:
Gerald Wilson Orchestra,
Roy Ayers Quartet,
Roy Ayers Ubiquity,
Roy-Ayer-Productions,
The Jack Wilson Quartet,
Ubiquity (4)
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creature130870
December 25, 2017
A dedicated fan of this musical genius, the pioneer of jazz-funk, for more than 30 years! Total respect, hands down Roy is the BEST!
estebanmaga
August 4, 2017
Roy Ayers is one of two of my musical heroes. The other is Vincent Montana Jr. Is it a coincidence that they're both vibraphonists?
Bourbonman
May 11, 2006
edited over 16 years ago
A conceptional artist of the golden times. Roy Ayers has indeed stood the test of time. Evolving within many fields of music, He still keeps an impressive output of music since day one. Highly skilled on the vibes, Roy also has an incredible voice so unique that just has grown better over the years. This man deserves all respect for what he has done. 'Coffey' was outstanding for me. And his collaborations with Masters At Work (Notably 'Sweet Tears') has been memorable moments. But these are just small fragments of excelence done by the man. I still have so much to discover.
Alain_Patrick
March 8, 2006
edited over 16 years ago
Sometime ago I saw a dazzling text about the relation between the man and the art in general, the process of creation, and the true intentions behind the author's minds. It really made me think about the music, life, the human being, everything.
On that subject, it's easy to realize that Roy Ayers has always been serious about his Music. I just would like to give you my deepest congratulations for the extension of his work. The perfect example of his musicians parents are surely one of the causes of his seminal journey.
Roy Ayers’ music survived the test of time, as well as Roy himself, for he kept the original noble spirit as a composer and player. His tunes are shaped by sophistication and elegance, and his Soul-Jazz & afro-beats influences brought to us the timeless "Everybody Loves The Sunshine", "Running Away", and even the more recent "Good Vibrations" (in partnership with Kerri Chandler).
In a society dominated by the production chain system, the Industry culture and the mass media, Roy Ayers is certainly an example to be followed.
On that subject, it's easy to realize that Roy Ayers has always been serious about his Music. I just would like to give you my deepest congratulations for the extension of his work. The perfect example of his musicians parents are surely one of the causes of his seminal journey.
Roy Ayers’ music survived the test of time, as well as Roy himself, for he kept the original noble spirit as a composer and player. His tunes are shaped by sophistication and elegance, and his Soul-Jazz & afro-beats influences brought to us the timeless "Everybody Loves The Sunshine", "Running Away", and even the more recent "Good Vibrations" (in partnership with Kerri Chandler).
In a society dominated by the production chain system, the Industry culture and the mass media, Roy Ayers is certainly an example to be followed.
Escary
December 15, 2020First heard about him when I was getting into Jamiroquai... Jamiroquai’s lead singer JK is a huge fan of Roy Ayers, so I had to check out Roy’s discography... I can see why JK, as well as many hip hop groups/rappers listen or sample him, Roy’s music is so groovy & soulful!!
His music is great, he is a legend!!!