Roy Ayers R.I.P.

[The Yank]

Just heard on the news Roy Ayers passed away on March 4th. 

[Roburt]

We've lost yet another star musician. Saw him perform @ a Southport Weekender & got to spend some time with him there too. A great guy ...  ... 

....   2nd pic Roy with Steve 'MY HAT'S BETTER THAN YOUR HAT' Hobbs ... 

Edited March 6 by Roburt

[Chas]

Coming thick and fast at the moment, sadly.

Great version of Flowers 'for real'

[Soulman58]

R.I.P Roy, Running Away the Jazz/Funk GOAT.

[Olivernyikos]

Rather Heartbreaking to hear, Not sure what is going on at the moment but R.I.P 

[Bunderthollox]

Sadly, it looks true seen a few posts already. Thai is getting. Like 2022 again,.worrying. 

[Paul-s]

Another Great gone. Always remember dancing to this downstairs at Notts Palais Alldayers in the 70's

 

[Thinksmart]

RIP. A very diverse musician, his music always has the 'feel good' factor.  A lot more Soul over the years than his Jazz-Funk labelling would indicate.

[Wayoutgirl]

Another sad day for soul and jazz funk.

One of the best.

Sandra  

 

[Micksmix]

Rafters 1979-80 ish dance floor classic!! RIP Legend 

 

[Daved]

RIP Mr Ayers. So many great songs. Prolific live performer in the UK.

This is him at the Forum, Kentish Town in 2016

He's also been a big influence on Louie Vega and other House acts in more recent times

-+

[Fish Fingers]

No idea what's young on at the moment......

So many sad losses, people who were part of all our lives.

When you grow up listening to the great music all these artists made, it brings home your own mortality. We essentially grew up with them.

RIP Roy Ayers along with all the others. Your music will always be part of me and I am forever grateful to you. 

[Bruv]

RIP Roy, thank you for all the wonderful music..