Music Industry Reacts to Roy Ayers' Death at 84
Roy Ayers, Jazz-Funk Musician Behind ‘Everybody Loves the Sunshine,’ Dies at 84
Roy Ayers, a jazz legend who influenced hip-hop and R&B musicians, dies at 84
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The Hip-Hop World Loved Roy Ayers, and He Found It ‘Wonderful’
Unsurprisingly, the hip-hop community has already expressed a groundswell of gratitude and respect for Ayers and his artistry. Mary J. Blige posted “RIP Roy Ayers” on X, while Pete Rock noted ...
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Jazz Giant Roy Ayers Passes Away At 84
The Jazz and Soul music giant Roy Ayers has passed away. He was 84. Variety reports that the Jazz vibraphonist’s family confirmed that he passed away on Tuesday, March 4, after a “long illness.”