The 1966 album "Señor 007" found Ray Barretto and his orchestra delivering a set of potent Latin dance numbers on the short-lived Blue Moon label. This release captures Barretto firmly in his element, laying down the groundwork for his imminent success on Fania Records.
- "Señor 007" was released in August 1966 on the Blue Moon label.
- The album features Barretto's signature blend of jazz-inflected mambo and energetic salsa rhythms.
- This was one of Barretto's earliest albums as a leader, predating his landmark releases on Fania Records.
Ray Barretto was a bandleader and conguero who emerged from the New York jazz scene of the late 1950s. By 1966, he was a significant figure in the burgeoning New York salsa scene, having already released several influential albums on the United Artists label.
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