Roy Ayers - Virgin Ubiquity II (Unreleased Recordings 1976-1981) (3LP)

\Virgin Ubiquity II (Unreleased Recordings 1976–1981), released in 2005, compiles a second set of rare tracks from Roy Ayers’ prolific late-’70s and early-’80s sessions. Showcasing his distinctive blend of jazz, funk, soul, and disco, the album highlights Ayers’ unmatched ability to create grooves that are both sophisticated and irresistibly danceable. Songs like Holiday, I Am Your Mind (Part 2), and What’s the T? capture the warmth of his vibraphone playing alongside silky vocals and tight rhythm arrangements.

The compilation also reveals Ayers’ gift for experimentation, with tracks moving fluidly from deep funk to smooth soul and Latin-tinged jazz. Virgin Ubiquity II not only provides a treasure trove for collectors but also serves as a testament to Ayers’ influence on generations of R&B, hip hop, and house artists who later sampled his work.

Vinyl Track List:
A1 Holiday
A2 Kwajilori

B1 I Am Your Mind (Part 2)
B2 I Like The Way You Do It To Me

C1 Third Time
C2 Touch Of Class

D1 Release Yourself
D2 Come To Me

E1 Wide Open
E2 Funk In The Hole

F1 Liquid Love
F2 Tarzan
F3 Sunshine (Demo)