Tuesday, November 25, 2008

#82 Carlos Santana

82. Carlos Santana

Santana blends Rock with Blues, Jazz, Salsa and Latin beats to create a completely unique sound. Santana offers something for every listener. Carlos Santana and Band broke onto the scene in the late 1960s with “Black Magic Woman” and performed at Woodstock. During the 1970s, he embarked on a spiritual journey and remained popular. By the 80s, he was more radio friendly with songs such as “Winning.” In the late 90s, he reemerged with “Smooth.” Santana is a major influence on artists ranging from Prince to Metallica.

Rock n Roll Moment: Santana performed a 7 song set at Woodstock.

Essential Santana: Santana (1969), Abraxas (1970), Supernatural (1999)

Santana’s Top 10:
Black Magic Woman
Smooth (with Rob Thomas)
Evil Ways
Hold On
Jingo
Soul Sacrifice
Mirage
Europa (Earth’s Cry Heaven’s Smile)
Winning
Guajira

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