From @grandhuit_514

I discovered Roy Ayers early in my musical journey. He’s an artist who had a huge influence on me, and over the years, I kept realizing just how important his career was to the history of music at large. 

From jazz to jazz-funk, jazz-fusion, disco, boogie, and even his influence on hip-hop & house—his impact is undeniable.

Today, I’m incredibly moved to see how much he inspired DJs, producers, and musicians across generations. But more than anything, it’s the universal love for him that stands out. Everyone loved Roy, and I think that’s what makes him such an important artist.

I became truly fascinated with his work the day I watched his live performance at Ronnie Scott’s, during the famous Battle of the Vibes. That’s when I realized not just his incredible musicianship but also his sense of humor. He had this incredible emotional range—his music could make you cry, laugh, or dance, sometimes all at once. That really struck me, and from that moment on, I started diving deeper into his music.

Over the years, my passion for his work grew. I started hunting for rare records, original pressings—until one day, I had the chance to see him perform on a rooftop in Brooklyn. He was already past 75 at that point, already fragile, but still so magical. 

Watching him play live as the sun set over the city is an image I’ll never forget. I remember bringing my original pressing of Roy Ayers Ubiquity with me, hoping to get it signed. But I was too shy, too in awe of the moment. It’s a small regret, but also a memory I’ll cherish forever.

With this mix, I wanted to pay tribute to him, as he passed away just a few days ago. 

I decided to take a chronological approach—starting with his debut album West Coast Vibes, moving through his time as Herbie Mann’s vibraphonist, then into his solo work and his years with his band Roy Ayers Ubiquity. From there, I included tracks from his 80s period, some unreleased material released by BBE, and even a few collaborations with Fela Kuti, Wayne Henderson, Guru & Erykah Badu. 

I chose to close the mix with Remember to Remember by Rick Holmes—it felt like the perfect closing theme for this tribute.

May his soul rest in peace and his music lives forever. 

Please note: I deliberately chose not to include his work as a producer for other artists like Sylvia Striplin, Ladies of the 80s, Bobbi Humphrey to name a few, except for Daylight and Remember to Remember. Same for Coffy as this one was a movie soundtrack and not a solo album. 

I also left out most of his collaborations, except for his track with Guru, which felt too important to omit. Additionally, I didn’t include any remixes, as it would have made the mix too long. 

Maybe all of that will be part of another recording one day...

GrandHuit

Tribute to ROY AYERS (Selected by GrandHuit)

2nd episode of Mellow Madness on @lyl_radio b2b @wxst-selecta, recorded at Lyl Radio's Lyon studio in March 2016.

Mellow Madness w/ Clémentine & Waxist 17.03.16

To celebrate the release of his exploration into the funk legend Sly Stone, Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius), Questlove presents the soundtrack from the film alongside a selection of unreleased tracks by legendary soul and funk pioneer Sly Stone.

The film itself explores the life, music, and cultural legacy of funk icon Sly Stone, highlighting the challenges faced by Black artists navigating fame.

Tracklist: https://worldwidefm.net/episode/questlove-on-sly-lives-questlove-on-sly-lives-aka-the-burden-of-black-genius

Questlove: Sly Lives (aka The Burden of Black Genius)

Big Crown Radio Episode 047 comes by way of UK’s own Mr Thing. An incredible DJ, insane collector, and wholly good dude, Mr Thing runs through Surprise Chef’s catalog in proper style. Be sure to check out Mr Thing wherever he is playing, in person, or on twitch, the man is a legend…


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www.instagram.com/djmrthing/

BCR Radio Episode 047 - Mr Thing - Cooking For Chefs (Side B)

Back to school on @https://soundcloud.com/lyl_radio

LOVE PENALTY on LYL RADIO I September 2025

1. Gene Harris - Losalamitoslatinlovesong
2. First Choice - Do Me Again
3. Eddie Kendricks - Fortune Teller
4. Archie Bell & The Drells - Don’t Let Love Get You Down
5. Earth, Wind & Fire - Saturday Night
6. Brainstorm - Journey To The Light (Disco Version)
7. Don Blackman - Never Miss A Thing
8. Love Me Tonight - Attitude
9. Everybody Get On Up And Dance - TS Monk
10. You Can Be What You Wanna Be - Dexter Wansel
11. Exit 9 - Miss Funky Fox
12. The Soul Searchers - We The People
13. The Pazant Brothers - A Gritty Nitty
14. Charles Sherell - Soul Man
15. Brass Construction - Do That Thing
16. Donald Byrd & 125TH Street Band - High Energy
17. Ben E. King - Hired Gun
18. Eddie Russ - Take A Look At Yourself (Before You Point Your Bad Finger At Me)
19. The Blackbyrds - Thankful 'bout Yourself
20. Aquarian Dream - You’re A Star (12” Version)
21. Pleasure - The Real Thing
22. Faze O - Get Some Booty
23. Lou Donaldson - Sassy Soul Strut
24. The Brief Encounter - Time Is MOving
25. Eddie Henderson - Please Your Mind
26. The Bar Keys - Too Hot To Stop (Part 1)
27. David Newman - Captain Buckles

INFLUENCES #111 w/ Coba

Dazzle Drums Love To Boogie (027)

WATCH HERE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfvDKdSZv44&t=1410s

Dazzle Drums Love To Boogie

Ron Trent channels ancestral traditions and sacred wisdom through his music, guiding listeners into deep, transformational spaces. With his project WARM ~ DJ set ~ he weaves ambient, jazz, and experimental textures into a cosmic, free-flowing sonic journey. Each set becomes an immersive experience, where timeless rhythms meet futuristic soundscapes. 

www.instagram.com/noushh.bln

Ron Trent · WARM Deep Listening | Nou:shh @ OSD, Berlin | 13 Oct '24

Groovotica Mix

Back with a new episode of the Lazy Days Podcast, with lots of great new music again this month. New music by Juju & Jordash On Dekmantel, new one from Kink’s album on Running Back, new upcoming Aroop Roy on Lazy Days. Also features The Revenge, Art Of Tones, new I:Cube Remix of Vermont and new versions of Lord Echo “Sweetest Meditation”. Hope you enjoy!

For TRACKLIST:

Lazydays

LAZY DAYS - Show #66 (Hosted by Fred Everything)

This mix was made on April 8th, 2020 in isolation during the COVID-19 outbreak. I had been missing the experience of record shopping, so I decided to look through records I already had on my shelves, and find some good soul songs I had either ignored or glossed over. Hope you enjoy!

Stay-At-Home Soul

Future Classics & Forgotten Treasures — Selections for the Adventurous Music Listener (Founded in 2007 by Lexis)

LAZY DAYS - Show #66 (Hosted by Fred Everything)

Music Is My Sanctuary