• Starbooty [Import] |
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Roy Ayers

Starbooty [Import] |

Starbooty [Import] |

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Description

Description "Starbooty" is a 1978 album produced by Roy Ayers and performed by his backing band, Ubiquity. Notably, this is the sole album where Ubiquity performs without Ayers' direct participation as a musician or vocalist. The album blends jazz-funk and disco styles, showcasing the band's versatility. The album features very skillful musicians, including bassist Kerry Turman, drummer Ricky Lawson, guitarist Greg Moore, and vocalists Sylvia Cox and Justo Almario. Roy Ayers, born in Los Angeles, was an influential vibraphonist and composer known for pioneering jazz-funk and neo-soul genres. His 1976 composition "Everybody Loves the Sunshine" became iconic, inspiring movements like nu-soul and acid-jazz, and was widely sampled by artists like Tupac Shakur and Mary J. Blige. Ayers collaborated with numerous artists, including Whitney Houston and Alicia Keys, and continued to perform actively throughout his career. Roy Ayers passed away recently in March 2025, at the age of 84. Tracks 1 Starbooty 2 Simple & Sweet 3 Spread It 4 The Five Flies 5 Midnight After Darek 6 Love Is Love 7 Can You Be Yourself 8 If You Wanna See the Sunshine
  • Format: CD
  • Genre: R&B/Soul
  • Released: 07/11/2025

Condition Ratings & Details

NOTE: Every title includes condition ratings. The first rating pertains to the physical media, and the second grade pertains to the sleeve.

NOTE: Images may not be exact. Please refer to the description to determine whether the images are Actual Photos or Photos Not Actual. New records will likely use generic web photos to represent the product.

Condition Ratings

  • MINT (M): Perfect, brand new, unplayed.
  • Near Mint (NM): Like new, barely played, will play perfectly.
  • Excellent (EX): Very close to near mint, with minor cosmetic wear. Will play perfectly.
  • Very Good Plus (VG+): Light cosmetic blemishes that do not affect play. Close to perfect playback.
  • Very Good (VG): Some light marks that may cause minor noise during playback. Still enjoyable and plays well.
  • Good Plus (G+): Noticeable noise during playback. Only listed if of collector value. Not ideal for listening.

Sleeve Details

  • PHOTOS ACTUAL: The photo is an original image of the exact item you will receive.
  • PHOTOS NOT ACTUAL: The photo is sourced from the web and may differ slightly from the actual item.
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