Roy Ayers, jazz-funk icon, passes away at 84
His family announced his passing on March 4th. Photo credit: Roy Ayers – Facebook Legendary vibraphonist, composer, and jazz-funk pioneer Roy Ayers has died at the age of 84. His family confirmed his passing on March 4th, 2025 after a long illness, stating, “He lived a beautiful 84 years and will be sorely missed.” Born in Los Angeles in 1940, Ayers mastered the vibraphone early in life and became a […]