"Power" is Barrabás' 1972 studio album. The album showcases the band's unique fusion of Latin, funk, and rock music and features iconic tracks such as "Wild Safari" and "Woman." It was a commercial success and helped establish the band as a major force in the Latin funk genre. This web page has photos of album covers, inner sleeves, record labels together with production details, musicians and track-listing.
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Collector Notes: Original SPANISH release Gatefold (FOC) cover design with artwork / photography on the inside cover pages.
Power is the debut studio album by the Spanish Latin funk band Barrabás, released in 1972. The album showcased the band's unique blend of Latin rhythms, funk, and rock, and helped establish them as one of the most influential bands of the era. Power was a critical and commercial success, particularly in Europe and Latin America. The album's unique sound and infectious rhythms helped establish Barrabás as one of the most innovative bands of the era. The album's success also helped pave the way for other Latin funk bands, such as War and Santana, to gain mainstream success. |
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Music Genre: Afro-Soul Fusion Latin Jazz Rock |
| Album Production information: The album: "Barrabás Power" was produced by: Fernando Arbex |
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Record Label & Catalognr: RCA Victor LSP 10487 / 3G3VPS 2019 |
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Media Format: 12" Vinyl Full-Length Stereo LP Gramophone RecordAlbum weight: 270 gram |
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Year & Country: 1972 Made in Spain for Cofasa |
Band Members and Musicians on: Barrabás Power |
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Track Listing of: "Barrabás Power" |
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The Song/tracks on "Barrabás Power" are
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Album cover photos of : Barrabás Power |
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Photo of "Barrabás Power" Album's Back Cover |
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Photo of "Barrabás Power" Album's Inner Cover |
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Photo of "Barrabás Power" Album's Inner Cover |
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Close-up Photo of "Barrabás Power" RCA Orange Colour Record Label |
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| Note: The images on this page are photos of the actual album. Slight differences in color may exist due to the use of the camera's flash. |
Barrabás was actually a Spanish band formed in Madrid in the early 1970s. The band was one of the leading acts of the Spanish progressive and hard rock scene, and they achieved significant success both nationally and internationally.
Barrabás's music was heavily influenced by American funk and soul, as well as by European progressive rock and hard rock. Their sound was characterized by its heavy grooves, driving basslines, and powerful horns, and they were known for their energetic and danceable live performances.
One of the key factors in Barrabás's success was their innovative approach to music. The band was not afraid to experiment with new sounds and styles, and they constantly pushed the boundaries of what was possible in the Spanish rock scene. Their willingness to take risks and explore new musical avenues earned them a reputation as one of the most creative and adventurous bands of their time.
Barrabás released several albums throughout the 1970s and 1980s, and they achieved significant commercial success both in Spain and abroad. They were particularly popular in Latin America, where they developed a large and dedicated following among fans of progressive and hard rock.
Today, Barrabás is remembered as one of the pioneering bands of the Spanish progressive and hard rock scene. Their innovative and energetic music continues to influence new generations of musicians, and their legacy as one of the greatest Spanish rock bands of all time remains intact.