Description
Ray Barretto: Carnaval - Featuring: Willie Rodriguez / Fantasy Audio CD 1993 Stereo / FCD624713-2
UPC 090204052820
Product Features
- Label: Fantasy – FCD624713-2
- Format: CD, Compilation
- Country: Europe
- Released: 1993
- Genre: Jazz
- Style: Latin Jazz
Overview
Ray Barretto's "Carnaval" is a vibrant compilation album that showcases the rich tapestry of Latin Jazz. Released in 1993 by Fantasy, this CD features an impressive lineup of talented musicians, including Willie Rodriguez, Alfredito Valdez Jr., Jose "Chombo" Silva, "El Negro" Vivar, and Ray Mantilla. With its infectious rhythms and masterful performances, "Carnaval" offers listeners a dynamic listening experience that captures the essence of Latin Jazz.
Interesting Facts
- Ray Barretto: Known as the "Godfather of Latin Jazz," Ray Barretto was a pivotal figure in the genre, influencing countless musicians and bringing Latin rhythms to a broader audience.
- Musical Lineup: The album features notable musicians such as Willie Rodriguez on timbales, Alfredito Valdez Jr. on piano, and Ray Mantilla on congas, each adding their unique flavor to the tracks.
- Diverse Tracklist: The compilation includes a mix of original compositions and covers, such as "Manha De Carnaval" and "Summertime," showcasing Barretto's versatility.
- Historical Context: Released in the early 90s, the album compiles recordings from various periods of Barretto's career, providing a retrospective of his work.
- Critical Acclaim: Ray Barretto's contributions to Latin Jazz have been widely recognized, with "Carnaval" highlighting some of his most celebrated performances.
Track Listing
- Manha De Carnaval (Theme From "Black Orpheus") - 4:25
- Sugar's Delight - 3:23
- Exodus - 5:20
- Descarga La Moderna - 4:26
- Summertime - 2:57
- El Negro Y Ray - 5:54
- Mira Que Linda - 2:31
- Cocinando Suave - 6:01
- Pachanga Oriental - 2:52
- Barretto En La Tumbadora - 3:04
- Cumbamba - 2:47
- El Paso - 2:49
- Linda Mulata - 3:03
- Oye Heck - 2:44
- Los Cueros - 3:07
- Pachanga Suavecito - 3:38
- Ponte Dura - 3:59
- Pachanga Para Bailar - 2:55
Key Credits
- Featuring: Willie Rodriguez, Alfredito Valdez Jr., Jose "Chombo" Silva, "El Negro" Vivar, Ray Mantilla
- Producer: Not specified
- Engineer: Not specified
- Cover Art: Not specified
