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"A legendary live album originally released only in Japan in 1972. No holding back, no calculated moves — a stripped‑down Roy Ayers dives straight into the very essence of groove. Vibraphonist Roy Ayers has captivated audiences worldwide, and while his catalog is filled with indisputable classics, Live At The Montreux Jazz Festival stands apart for both its musical substance and its rarity. This album has long been revered for several reasons: it is one of the earliest releases under the Ubiquity name, one of Ayers’ few documented live recordings, and a title that was pressed exclusively for the Japanese market. These elements combined have elevated the album to truly legendary status. The fever charged 'Daddy Bug', the cool, psychedelic take on 'In A Silent Way', the fiercely grooving 'Move To Groove' featuring vocals by Harry Whitaker, and the dynamically shifting 'A Cup Of Tea' all showcase the band at peak intensity. The sharp edged performances capture Roy Ayers at a moment of creative ascent, foreshadowing the golden era of Roy Ayers Ubiquity that was soon to follow. This is, without question, a live recording fueled by pure exhilaration." - Universal Music Japan
- 1st time on vinyl in 30+ years
- black vinyl pressing (please note: actual pressing color and packaging may differ from mock-up photo)
- high-quality Japan import
- includes obi strip
- limited edition
- original release year: 1972
- music label: Universal Music Japan 2026
Pre-Order Policy
- If you want to order additional items (including other pre-orders), please make separate orders. Otherwise, we will hold your order until all items are in stock and ready to ship.
- Scheduled ship dates are always estimates which are subject to change. If there is a substantial delay, we will contact you directly.
- All vinyl pre-orders come with Turntable Lab stickers.
"A legendary live album originally released only in Japan in 1972. No holding back, no calculated moves — a stripped‑down Roy Ayers dives straight into the very essence of groove. Vibraphonist Roy Ayers has captivated audiences worldwide, and while his catalog is filled with indisputable classics, Live At The Montreux Jazz Festival stands apart for both its musical substance and its rarity. This album has long been revered for several reasons: it is one of the earliest releases under the Ubiquity name, one of Ayers’ few documented live recordings, and a title that was pressed exclusively for the Japanese market. These elements combined have elevated the album to truly legendary status. The fever charged 'Daddy Bug', the cool, psychedelic take on 'In A Silent Way', the fiercely grooving 'Move To Groove' featuring vocals by Harry Whitaker, and the dynamically shifting 'A Cup Of Tea' all showcase the band at peak intensity. The sharp edged performances capture Roy Ayers at a moment of creative ascent, foreshadowing the golden era of Roy Ayers Ubiquity that was soon to follow. This is, without question, a live recording fueled by pure exhilaration." - Universal Music Japan
- 1st time on vinyl in 30+ years
- black vinyl pressing (please note: actual pressing color and packaging may differ from mock-up photo)
- high-quality Japan import
- includes obi strip
- limited edition
- original release year: 1972
- music label: Universal Music Japan 2026
Pre-Order Policy
- If you want to order additional items (including other pre-orders), please make separate orders. Otherwise, we will hold your order until all items are in stock and ready to ship.
- Scheduled ship dates are always estimates which are subject to change. If there is a substantial delay, we will contact you directly.
- All vinyl pre-orders come with Turntable Lab stickers.
