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Inner Secrets

Carlos Santana · 1978

44 min · 9 tracks · rock music · music of Latin America

A vibrant fusion of rock and Latin influences, rich with soulful guitar melodies and rhythmic grooves.

Why this album works

'Inner Secrets' achieved notable commercial success, reaching number 24 on the Billboard 200 chart, and further solidified Santana's place in rock music. The album showcased a shift towards more accessible songs, which helped introduce his music to a wider audience during the late 1970s.
Best for
steady grooves for relaxed evenings vibrant soundscapes for gatherings soulful melodies for reflective moments
Context
Released in 1978, 'Inner Secrets' was Carlos Santana's sixth studio album, following the commercially successful 'Moonflower.' At this point in his career, Santana was experimenting with more pop-oriented sounds while maintaining his distinctive Latin rock style, reflecting both a personal and artistic evolution.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Dealer / Spanish Rose 5:51
  • 2 Move On 4:26
  • 3 One Chain (Don’t Make No Prison) Standout 7:13
  • 4 Stormy Standout 4:48
  • 5 Well All Right 4:10
  • 6 Open Invitation Standout 4:47
  • 7 Life Is a Lady / Holiday 3:48
  • 8 The Facts of Love 5:32
  • 9 Wham! 3:25

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