Ricardo "Richie" Ray, Bobby Cruz - Viven (1977)

This is perhaps Richie Ray and Bobby Cruz's most religious-oriented album, exuding a sense of reverence and sensitivity heard in few salsa bands. However, the band's customary force averts any suggestion of bad taste creeping into the very classy tune selections. The hits? "Ruth" and "Guapachoso y Oso." Ray and Cruz score on a certifiably solemn outing.~José A. Estévez, Jr.