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The music world misplaced a legend this week, when Roy Ayers handed away on the age of 84. The jazz-funk pioneer was additionally the voice of Fusion FM, the in-game radio station in GTA IV.
Rockstar Video games paid tribute to the late “Everyone Loves the Sunshine” musician in a social media submit, saying, “Relaxation In Peace to the pioneer of Jazz Funk and host of Fusion FM, the legend Roy Ayers.”
Ayers hosted Fusion FM, one in all many in-game radio stations for GTA IV, and he was identified for his passionate and exuberant presentation model, and quotes like, “Attempt to be pleased on a regular basis.” Among the songs featured on Fusion FM included Ayers’ personal “Funk In The Gap,” together with tunes like “The Edge” by David McCallum and “Holy Thursday” by David Axelrod.
You may take heed to extra of the songs from Fusion FM by means of the Spotify playlist beneath.
Ayers’ household posted a statement this week confirming he handed away on March 4 in New York Metropolis after a protracted sickness. “He lived a stupendous 84 years and will probably be sorely missed. His household ask that you just respect their privateness presently, a celebration of Roy’s life will probably be forthcoming,” the household stated.
“Everyone Loves the Sunshine” is Ayers’ most enduringly common tune, and it was sampled greater than 100 occasions by artists like Dr. Dre together with his tune “My Life” and “The Dream” by Outkast.
Music is predicted to play a significant function within the forthcoming GTA 6. It was not too long ago reported that DJ Khaled can have his personal in-game radio station in GTA 6. The report went on to say there may be potential for different real-life artists to look within the recreation as effectively with their very own radio stations. GTA 6 launches this fall for PS5 and Xbox Collection X|S.