Roy Ayers, Everybody Loves the Sunshine Singer and Jazz-Funk Pioneer, Dies at 84
Influential soul, jazz and funk producer and composer Roy Ayers has died at the age of 84. He was a huge influence on other artists including Pharrell Williams, Mary J Blige, and Common. Ayers' own biggest hit was the mellow track Everybody Loves the Sunshine, which was covered by artists like d'Angelo and sampled by others.
- His legacy as a jazz-funk pioneer continues to inspire new generations of musicians and fans, whose appreciation for his music will endure long after his passing.
- How will the loss of this musical giant affect the evolution of soul and R&B music in the years to come?