Roy Ayers, “Everybody Loves the Sunshine” Musician and Godfather of Neo Soul, Dead at 84
Roy Ayers, the pioneering jazz-funk musician best known for his song “Everybody Loves the Sunshine,” has died at the age of 84.
“It is with great sadness that the family of legendary vibraphonist, composer and producer Roy Ayers announce his passing which occurred on March 4th, 2025 in New York City after a long illness,” read a post on the musician’s Facebook. “He lived a beautiful 84 years and will be sorely missed. His family ask that you respect their privacy at this time, a celebration of Roy’s life will be forthcoming.”
Ayers, who was born in Los Angeles on September 10th, 1940, released his debut album, West Side Vibes, in 1963, and collaborated with jazz legend Herbie Mann on a number of recordings. After releasing a handful more solo jazz albums in the ’60s, he formed his band Roy Ayers Ubiquity, developing his signature jazz-funk sound.
His signature song “Everybody Loves the...
“It is with great sadness that the family of legendary vibraphonist, composer and producer Roy Ayers announce his passing which occurred on March 4th, 2025 in New York City after a long illness,” read a post on the musician’s Facebook. “He lived a beautiful 84 years and will be sorely missed. His family ask that you respect their privacy at this time, a celebration of Roy’s life will be forthcoming.”
Ayers, who was born in Los Angeles on September 10th, 1940, released his debut album, West Side Vibes, in 1963, and collaborated with jazz legend Herbie Mann on a number of recordings. After releasing a handful more solo jazz albums in the ’60s, he formed his band Roy Ayers Ubiquity, developing his signature jazz-funk sound.
His signature song “Everybody Loves the...
- 06/03/2025
- di Spencer Kaufman
- Consequence - Music
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