Ray Barretto: Barretto Power (180g) Vinyl LP type:Vinyl LP two of the album’s most

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Ray Barretto: Barretto Power (180g) Vinyl LP type:Vinyl LP two of the album’s mostThis 1970 release finds legendary percussion man Ray Barretto at the height of his powers, and with one his tightest, most kick ass bands behind him. This LP is bursting with the heady energy of the early '70s NYC salsa movement; a time when the young music was seemingly being innovated with each new release, and the NYC melting pot vibe was pushing Latin musicians to incorporate funk, soul and jazz elements into the mix. While slightly lesser known