Roy Ayers - He's Coming - VINYL LP

Released on Polydor in 1972, He's Coming captures vibraphonist Roy Ayers at a creative apex, as Ubiquity's sound settled into the blend of jazz improvisation, funk rhythm, soul harmony, and spiritual import that would define his work throughout the decade. The album reflects Ayers's deepening move toward a groove-centered musical language rooted in soul-jazz and early jazz-funk. Ayers is supported by a core ensemble that includes Harry Whitaker on electric piano, organ, and vocals; John Williams on bass, with Ron Carter featured on InchWe Live in Brooklyn, BabyInch; David Lee Jr. And Billy Cobham on drums and percussion; guitarists Sam Brown and Bob Fusco; saxophonist Sonny Fortune; and percussionist Juma Santos. Tracks like InchHe's a Superstar,Inch InchSweet Butterfly of Love,Inch and InchFire Weaver,Inch embody the record's mix of urban narrative, spiritual reflection, and deep rhythmic. The Verve Vault series is always mastered from analog tapes and pressed on 180g vinyl at Optimal. Album Tracks 1. He's a Superstar 2. He Ain't Heavy He's My Brother 3. Ain't Got Time 4. I Don't Know How to Love Him 5. He's Coming 6. We Live in Brooklyn Baby 7. Sweet Butterfly of Love 8. Sweet Tears 9. Fire Weaver

Roy Ayers' Coffy soundtrack captures the gritty energy of 1970s Blaxploitation cinema through a seamless fusion of funk, soul jazz, and cinematic grooves. Driven by Ayers' signature vibraphone work, the album stands as both a compelling film score and a classic funk record in it's own right. Album Tracks 1. Coffy Is the Color 2. Priscilla's Theme 3. King George 4. Aragon 5. Coffy Sauna 6. King's Last Ride 7. Coffy Baby 8. Brawling Broads 9. Escape 10. Shining Symbol 11. Exotic Dance 12. Making Love 13. Vittroni's Theme / King Is Dead 14. End of Sugarman

Roy Ayers - Stoned Soul Picnic [VINYL LP] Reissue date 11/17/2023