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Mac Ayres: Tiny Desk Concert
Ashley Pointer | September 3, 2026
It's so easy to fall in love with the music of Mac Ayres. His hands-on approach to R&B is such a refreshing departure from the mainstream. Behind the Desk, Ayres brings a stunning band — including longtime collaborator, bassist and music director Declan Miers — and a selection of tunes from across his catalog.
This set is profoundly satisfying, tastefully arranged and always in the pocket. Opening with "Sunny & 62," Ayres builds lush harmonies with vocalists B