Ray Barretto - The Message #raybarretto

Ray Barretto’s THE MESSAGE is back— fully remastered and now available in hi-res audio for the first time. Originally released in 1971 on Fania Records, this classic captures the electric pulse of NYC’s Latin music explosion of the early ’70s. Latin jazz, salsa, son montuno, and bolero fuse into an irresistible, danceable tapestry. At the height of psychedelia, Barretto’s conga-driven force cuts through with undeniable energy on tracks like “Se Traba,” “Con El Cimarrón,” “Flor de los Lindos Campos,” “Te Traigo Mi Son,” and “Seguiré Sin Soñar,” while “Alma con Alma” slows things down with haunting, emotional depth. “Arrepiéntete” stands out as a powerful example of the album’s rhythmic and vocal fire. 🔥 Featuring Adalberto Santiago on vocals alongside a stellar lineup of Latin music greats, The Message is a cornerstone of the Fania sound. Tap in and stream 🎶 https://ffm.to/barretto-the-message-2026 🎶 #RayBarretto #TheMessage #Fania #FaniaRecords