Ultimate Santana
Santana · 2007
77 min · 18 tracks · Latin rock
A vibrant fusion of rock and Latin rhythms, showcasing Santana's signature guitar work and passionate vocal performances.
Why this album works
The album reached No. 2 on the Billboard 200, showing notable commercial success and solidifying Santana's status in contemporary music. It features hits like 'Smooth' and 'Maria Maria,' which contributed to the Latin rock genre's mainstream appeal in the late 1990s and early 2000s, influencing countless artists.
- Best for
- vibrant, uplifting listening experience long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in 2007, 'Ultimate Santana' serves as a retrospective compilation during a resurgence in Santana's popularity following his Grammy-winning album 'Supernatural' (1999). This collection highlights key tracks from his extensive career, positioning him as a pivotal figure in merging rock with Latin influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Madonna· Christina Aguilera· Prince· No Doubt· Harry Nilsson· Frank Zappa· Sparks· Cher
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Into the Night 3:42
- 2 Smooth Standout 4:55
- 3 Maria Maria Standout 4:21
- 4 This Boy’s Fire 3:30
- 5 She’s Not There 4:09
- 6 Black Magic Woman Standout 3:15
- 7 The Game of Love 4:14
- 8 Samba pa ti 4:45
- 9 Evil Ways 3:55
- 10 Put Your Lights On 4:45
- 11 Corazón espinado 4:35
- 12 Why Don’t You & I 3:51
- 13 Just Feel Better 4:12
- 14 Europa (Earth’s Cry Heaven’s Smile) 5:05
- 15 No One to Depend On 5:34
- 16 Oye como va 4:18
- 17 Interplanetary Party 4:06
- 18 The Game of Love 4:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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