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Abraxas

Santana · 1970

51 min · 12 tracks · Latin rock

A vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and rock sensibilities, illuminated by Santana's fiery guitar work.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • vibrant, rhythmic energy flows
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • atmospheric background focus
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 23, 1970, 'Abraxas' was Santana's second studio album, following their groundbreaking self-titled debut. The album solidified Santana's unique blend of rock and Latin music, establishing them as a major force in the music scene and showcasing their evolving sound and artistic vision.
Stylistic neighbors
Carlos Vives· Los Lobos· Javier Solís

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Singing Winds, Crying Beasts 4:51
  • 2 Black Magic Woman / Gypsy Queen 5:19
  • 3 Oye cómo va 4:19
  • 4 Incident at Neshabur 5:00
  • 5 Se a cabó 2:52
  • 6 Mother’s Daughter 4:28
  • 7 Samba pa ti 4:47
  • 8 Hope You’re Feeling Better 4:17
  • 9 El nicoya 1:39
  • 10 Se a cabó (live at the Royal Albert Hall, 1970‐04‐18) 3:47
  • 11 Toussaint L’Overture (live at the Royal Albert Hall, 1970‐04‐18) 4:52
  • 12 Black Magic Woman / Gypsy Queen (live at the Royal Albert Hall, 1970‐04‐18) 4:57

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata