Roy Ayers Ubiquity - He's Coming

Roy Ayers Ubiquity — He's Coming

Part of the Verve Vault Series

Mastered from the original analog tapes by Ryan K. Smith at Sterling Sound

180-gram vinyl pressed at Optimal in Germany

Released on Polydor in 1972, He's Coming captures vibraphonist Roy Ayers at a creative apex, as Ubiquity's sound settled into the blend of jazz improvisation, funk rhythm, soul harmony, and spiritual import that would define his work throughout the decade. Emerging at the start of the 1970s, the album reflects Ayers's deepening move toward a groove-centered musical language rooted in soul-jazz and early jazz-funk.

The vibraphonist, keyboardist, composer, and bandleader is supported by a core ensemble that includes Harry Whitaker on electric piano, organ, and vocals; John Williams on bass, with Ron Carter featured on "We Live in Brooklyn, Baby"; David Lee Jr. and Billy Cobham on drums and percussion; guitarists Sam Brown and Bob Fusco; saxophonist Sonny Fortune; and percussionist Juma Santos. Tracks such as "He's a Superstar", "Sweet Butterfly of Love," and "Fire Weaver" embody the record's mix of urban narrative, spiritual reflection, and deep rhythmic momentum — qualities that would later make Ayers's catalog a source of inspiration for soul, funk, hip-hop, and neo-soul artists.

 

Side A

1. He's A Superstar

2. He Ain't Heavy He's My Brother

3. Ain't Got Time

4. I Don't Know How To Love Him

Side B

1. He's Coming

2. We Live In Brooklyn, Baby

3. Sweet Butterfly Of Love

4. Sweet Tears

5. Fire Weaver

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