Nico Gomez and His Afro Percussion Inc – Ritual marlena shaw and distinctly of the moment

and distinctly of the moment

Sonido Amazónico pulls together highlights from his prolific late ’70s and early ’80s recordings

Though created behind the Iron Curtain

this sought-after reissue gives collectors another shot at owning a modern essential

this reissue finally puts a fan-favorite back on turntables where it belongs

Nico Gomez and His Afro Percussion Inc – Ritual marlena shaw and distinctly of the momentA rare Belgian Latin Afro funk masterpiece fiery, fearless, and built for the dancefloor or deep listening. Originally released in 1971, Ritual is the crown jewel of Belgian bandleader Nico Gomezs wild rhythmic experiments. A seamless fusion of Latin grooves, Afro percussion, and tightly arranged funk, its a record that sounds like it couldve been cut in Havana or Lagos, but was actually born in the unlikely musical melting pot of 1970s Belgium. From