Out Da Box TV - Roy Ayers (Interview)

Whilst on the New York leg of his current tour, 70 year old Jazz/Soul legend Roy Ayers sat down with the ODBTV crew and spoke about some incredibly interesting subjects. The main topic of discussion was around Hip-Hop sampling and the support that he has for ALL artists who love and sample his music - one of the most talented, refreshing and down to earth in music (even after being in the game for 50 years). Great interview - hero.

Roy Ayers Project: Who Is Roy Ayers? (Trailer)

Trailer for the upcoming film/documentary about one of the all-time great recording artists. As is rightly stated in this trailer, Roy is one of the forerunners of the marriage between Jazz and Hip-Hop - if you don't know about Roy, then you need to get to know. Can't wait for this one.

Waiting

This track is taken from an album which I am kicking myself for being late on and relying on my Mum to bring it to my attention. Richard Earnshaw is a super-talented UK producer who in August laid down a 10-tracker that will blow your mind. It’s a glorious and effervescent mix of late 70s boogie flavours interspersed with forward thinking house beats, jazzy vibes and ultra-soulful vocals. Everything I could wish for really. The album includes appearances from Jocelyn Brown, Eric Dillard, Carleen Anderson and many more. This track however features two absolute legends - Kenny Thomas and Roy Ayers. Make sure you also check out Grant Nelson’s remix of the lead single, here. Real music.

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