Legendary vibraphonist and musician Roy Ayers, known for his album “Everybody Loves the Sunshine,” has passed away at the age of 84. His family announced his death on Facebook, expressing great sadness and requesting privacy at this time. Ayers, born in Los Angeles in 1940, had a deep love for music from a young age. He received his first mallets from vibraphonist Lionel Hampton at the age of 5 and began playing the vibraphones at 17. With a career spanning over six decades, Ayers released numerous albums and became a pioneer in jazz-funk, with his music being sampled by many artists. He collaborated with R&B and hip-hop artists such as Alicia Keys, Erykah Badu, and Tyler, The Creator. Ayers’ family plans to hold a celebration of his life in the future. Ayers’ passion for music and his impact on the music industry will be remembered and he will be sorely missed.
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