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 01. "Chicago" 02. "Lots of love" 03. "Keep on movin'" 04. "Silver vibrations" 05. "Smiling with our eyes" 06. "D.C. city" 07. "Good good music"
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| Description: | Silver Vibrations is an album by Roy Ayers, released in 2019. Silver Vibrations includes a.o. the following tracks: ā??Chicagoā?, ā??Lots Of Loveā?, ā??Keep On Movin'ā?, ā??Silver Vibrationsā? and more.
The jazz album is available in the following configurations:
- CD
- 2-LP
- Digitally remastered edition. BBE Music continues it's long and fertile partnership with vibraphone legend and godfather of neo-soul, Roy Ayers, with the first ever reissue of his 1983 album Silver Vibrations. Originally released in the UK only on Uno Melodic Records, Silver Vibrations shares some of it's musical DNA with Lots Of Love, Ayers' US album from the same year. However, Silver Vibrations contains four unique cuts all of it's own, plus extended takes of three songs, including the definitive version of iconic song 'Chicago'. The rarity of the original pressing has led to eye-watering second-hand prices for this truly brilliant LP. Silver Vibrations was perhaps the last album to retain the sound of Ayers' organic 'classic' period of the latter '70s and manages to stand up well under it's current re-evaluation. "Chicago", the unedited version of which is exclusive to this L.P., received considerable airplay in it's time and has barely faded from earshot ever since; it's woozy, mysterious vibe and cosmic ruminations from Roy in the second half have certainly endured. The strutting, funky "Good, Good Music" echoes Ayers at his pre-'80s, up-tempo disco peak, sporting a grittier edge and an old-school party atmosphere. Title track "Silver Vibrations" was only ever released in the U.K., both on this album and as a single, backed with "Fast Money". Both "Lots Of Love" and "Keep On Movin'" hark back to previous times and are a pleasant listen without being at all taxing. "Smiling With Our Eyes" is mid-tempo, lilting and jazzy, with a vocal vaguely reminiscent of Stevie Wonder in places. The wistful "D.C. City", a close companion of Ubiquity's original recording of "The Third Eye" is, in many ways, quintessentially Roy Ayers."Silver Vibrations" on CD is a vibrant snapshot of Roy Ayers' late-70s/early-80s creativity, capturing his signature blend of jazz-funk, soul and disco-infused grooves. Centered around warm vibraphone lines, supple bass and silky keys, the album moves effortlessly between sun-soaked mid-tempo tunes and more club-ready, dance-floor-oriented tracks. Ayers' unmistakable sense of rhythm and melody gives the music a timeless quality: the songs feel both laid-back and driving, perfect for relaxed listening as well as soulful DJ sets. This edition highlights the musical richness and sophisticated arrangements that made Ayers a key figure for generations of jazz, soul, rare-groove and later hip-hop listeners and producers.
Roy Ayers, often hailed as a pioneer of jazz-funk and a master of the vibraphone, has influenced entire genres with his warm, groove-driven sound. Rising to prominence in the 1970s with classics that bridged jazz, soul and funk, he became a cornerstone of the rare-groove movement and a heavily sampled artist in hip-hop and neo-soul. His work has resonated with DJs, collectors and musicians worldwide, and albums bearing his name are widely regarded as essential listening for lovers of sophisticated, groove-oriented music.
The CD is released by BBE Music, a respected independent label known for its deep dedication to quality soul, jazz, funk, hip-hop and club culture. BBE (Barely Breaking Even) has built a strong reputation among collectors and DJs for carefully curated reissues, compilations and new projects that shine a light on influential and often under-represented artists. With a strong focus on authentic sound, detailed liner notes and musical integrity, BBE Music has become a trusted source for anyone seeking timeless, groove-based recordings that stand outside of passing trends. |
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BBE493ACD |
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