Puerto Rican Power, a renowned salsa orchestra founded in 1969 by bassist Jesús
"Chuy" Castro, quickly became a significant force in Puerto Rican music.
Initially supported by the Gema label, the group made their debut with the 1971
album featuring the song "Cero Novela" and arrangements by Máximo Torres and
Jorge Millet. After Castro left in 1973 to pursue medicine, trumpet player Luis
“Luisito” Ayala took over as director, leading the orchestra to new heights.
Under Luisito Ayala's leadership, Puerto Rican Power worked with the Fania
All-Stars, accompanying salsa legends like C...