Roy Ayers, whose 'Everybody Loves The Sunshine' charmed generations, dies at 84

The vibraphonist, composer and jazz-funk pioneer helped inspire the neo-soul movement, and his best-known song was sampled over 100 times.

Mar 6, 2025 - 02:49
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Roy Ayers, whose 'Everybody Loves The Sunshine' charmed generations, dies at 84
Roy Ayers poses for a portrait in 1970.

The vibraphonist, composer and jazz-funk pioneer helped inspire the neo-soul movement, and his best-known song was sampled over 100 times.

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