{"title":"Roy Ayers","description":"\u003cp\u003eRoy Ayers is an American funk, soul, and jazz composer, vibraphonist, and music producer. He began his career as a jazz vibraphonist and composer in the 1960s, and has since been an influential figure in jazz, funk, and soul music. His work has been sampled by numerous hip hop and R\u0026amp;B artists, and has been featured in numerous films, television shows, and commercials.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAyers is best known for his 1976 album, Everybody Loves the Sunshine, which contains the title track, a disco-funk anthem that has become a staple of the genre. Other standout albums include Mystic Voyage (1975), Lifeline (1977), and Vibrations (1976). Among his most popular songs are \"Running Away\", \"Everybody Loves the Sunshine\", and \"Searchin'\".\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn interesting fact about Roy Ayers is that he was the first artist to use the term \"jazz-funk\". He has also performed with iconic jazz musicians such as Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, and McCoy Tyner.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"roy-ayers-virgin-ubiquity-ii-unreleased-recordings-1976-1981-35160","title":"Roy Ayers – Virgin Ubiquity II (Unreleased Recordings 1976-1981) (3xLP)","description":"\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003e Brand New\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShips from: \u003c\/strong\u003e Melbourne\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n\n\n\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRelease details\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTracklist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Description tab content --\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\\Virgin Ubiquity II (Unreleased Recordings 1976–1981), released in 2005, compiles a second set of rare tracks from Roy Ayers’ prolific late-’70s and early-’80s sessions. Showcasing his distinctive blend of jazz, funk, soul, and disco, the album highlights Ayers’ unmatched ability to create grooves that are both sophisticated and irresistibly danceable. Songs like Holiday, I Am Your Mind (Part 2), and What’s the T? capture the warmth of his vibraphone playing alongside silky vocals and tight rhythm arrangements. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compilation also reveals Ayers’ gift for experimentation, with tracks moving fluidly from deep funk to smooth soul and Latin-tinged jazz. Virgin Ubiquity II not only provides a treasure trove for collectors but also serves as a testament to Ayers’ influence on generations of R\u0026amp;B, hip hop, and house artists who later sampled his work.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReviews:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n“Another impressive selection of grooves that underline just how prolific Ayers was during this fertile period.” – AllMusic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Release tab content --\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist: \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/roy-ayers\"\u003eRoy Ayers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \n        \n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabel: \u003c\/strong\u003e BBE\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \n        \n          \n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat: \u003c\/strong\u003e LP\u003c\/div\u003e\n         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Time\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eC2 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+Touch+Of+Class\"\u003eTouch Of Class\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eD1 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+Release+Yourself\"\u003eRelease Yourself\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eD2 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+Come+To+Me\"\u003eCome To Me\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE1 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+Wide+Open\"\u003eWide Open\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE2 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+Funk+In+The+Hole\"\u003eFunk In The Hole\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eF1 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+Liquid+Love\"\u003eLiquid Love\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eF2 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+Tarzan\"\u003eTarzan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eF3 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+Sunshine+(Demo)\"\u003eSunshine (Demo)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"BBE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41576374108225,"sku":"1617466","price":72.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1474\/5258\/files\/cb5f45e1c66f3936ca3d920bf404bf4c.jpg?v=1732512607"},{"product_id":"roy-ayers-stoned-soul-picnic-224530","title":"Roy Ayers – Stoned Soul Picnic","description":"\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003e Brand New\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShips from: \u003c\/strong\u003e Melbourne\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n\n\n\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRelease details\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTracklist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Description tab content --\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Stoned Soul Picnic\" is celebrated as one of vibraphonist Roy Ayers' most noteworthy solo albums. Released in 1968, this album is often regarded as his third and potentially best solo work, marking a significant phase in his career when he was still part of Herbie Mann's group. The album's sound is a testament to Ayers' ability to blend different musical styles, particularly jazz and soul, contributing to its enduring appeal​.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Release tab content --\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist: \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/roy-ayers\"\u003eRoy Ayers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \n        \n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabel: \u003c\/strong\u003e Nature Sounds\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \n        \n          \n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat: \u003c\/strong\u003e LP\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \n        \n        \n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnits: \u003c\/strong\u003e 1\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \n        \n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry: \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vinyl-records-store-australia\/country_us\"\u003eUS\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \n        \n        \n        \n        \n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre: \u003c\/strong\u003e\n          \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jazz-music-vinyl-records\"\u003eJazz\u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \n        \n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003c\/strong\u003e\n          \n            \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/soul-jazz\"\u003eSoul-Jazz\u003c\/a\u003e\n          \n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \n        \n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Tracklist tab content --\u003e\n  \n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA1 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+A+Rose+For+Cindy\"\u003eA Rose For Cindy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA2 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+Stoned+Soul+Picnic\"\u003eStoned Soul Picnic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA3 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+Wave\"\u003eWave\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eB1 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+For+Once+In+My+Life\"\u003eFor Once In My Life\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eB2 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+Lil's+Paradise\"\u003eLil'S Paradise\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eB3 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+What+The+People+Say\"\u003eWhat The People Say\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Nature Sounds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43553845379137,"sku":"8402569","price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1474\/5258\/files\/53a5901cfb9aebc1f9dc2c354c7f9c4f.jpg?v=1770701708"},{"product_id":"roy-ayers-coffy-31103","title":"Roy Ayers – Coffy (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)","description":"\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003e Brand New\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShips from: \u003c\/strong\u003e Melbourne\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n\n\n\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRelease details\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTracklist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Description tab content --\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoy Ayers’ Coffy is the soundtrack to the cult blaxploitation film starring Pam Grier, but it stands easily on its own as one of the great funk-soul soundtracks of the 1970s. Led by Ayers’ distinctive vibraphone, the album blends gritty street funk, cinematic grooves and smooth jazz-soul textures. The music perfectly mirrors the film’s atmosphere of urban tension and swagger, with tight rhythm sections, wah-guitar, deep basslines and Ayers’ shimmering vibes creating a sound that is both tough and stylish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond its role as a film score, Coffy became hugely influential in funk, hip-hop and rare groove circles. Tracks like “Coffy Is the Color” and “King George” showcase Ayers’ ability to combine groove-heavy funk with melodic sophistication. The record captures the essence of early-70s soul-jazz while also anticipating the warm, vibraphone-led sound that would define much of Ayers’ later work with Roy Ayers Ubiquity. It remains a classic of blaxploitation soundtracks and a favourite for DJs and collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReviews\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“One of the tightest and most satisfying of the blaxploitation soundtracks, driven by Roy Ayers’ sparkling vibraphone and gritty funk grooves.” – AllMusic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Ayers’ score gives Coffy its pulse: funky, cinematic and impossibly cool.” – Pitchfork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“A classic slice of 1970s street funk, full of swaggering grooves and soulful textures.” – The Guardian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The soundtrack stands on its own as a superb example of Roy Ayers’ vibraphone-led funk at its peak.” – BBC Music\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“A deep-grooving blaxploitation gem that has become a staple for rare groove collectors.” – Record Collector\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Release tab content --\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n 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Baby\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eB1 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+Brawling+Broads\"\u003eBrawling Broads\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eB2 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+Escape\"\u003eEscape\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eB3 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+Shinning+Symbol\"\u003eShinning Symbol\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eB4 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+Exotic+Dance\"\u003eExotic Dance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eB5 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Roy+Ayers+Making+Love\"\u003eMaking Love\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eB6 \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" 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