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  • The Drifter – Clarence Gatemouth Brown with Carlos Santana

    The Drifter – Clarence Gatemouth Brown with Carlos Santana

    The Drifter – Clarence Gatemouth Brown with Carlos Santana
    The Drifter – Clarence Gatemouth Brown with Carlos Santana

    I love blues guitar violin especially in hands of Clarence Gatemouth Brown. He plays the guitar here too and sings in the company with Santana on the guitar and brass section. 15 minutes of great music and blues.

    Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown

    (April 18, 1924 – September 10, 2005)

    …was an American musician from Louisiana and Texas. He is best known for his work as a blues musician, but embraced other styles of music, having “spent his career fighting purism by synthesizing old blues, country, jazz, Cajun music and R&B styles”. His work also encompasses rock and roll, rock music, folk, electric blues, and Texas blues

    Clarence Gatemouth Brown with Carlos Santana at the Montreux 2004

    More Info

    In the early 1970s several countries in Europe had developed an appreciation for American roots music, especially the blues, and Brown was a popular and well-respected artist there. He toured Europe twelve times, beginning in 1971 and continuing throughout the 1970s. He also became an official ambassador for American music, and participated in several tours sponsored by the U.S. State Department, including an extensive tour of Eastern Africa. Brown appeared at the 1973 Montreux Jazz Festival, where he jammed with American blues rock band Canned Heat.[

    Santana

    Carlos Santana – legendary musician, guitar virtuoso. He was born in Mexico, Autlan de Navarro, on July 20, 1947. In the early 1960s, he came to the USA and settled in San Francisco. A few years later, in 1966, the musician founded a band called Santana Blues Band, which still exists today as Santana, creates rock music inspired by Latin American folklore and blues.
    In the course of over 30 years of his career, with his band, he has released more than 20 albums and recorded 7 solo albums sold in a total of over 50 million copies, the band also played concerts for over 30 million fans. The musician has won countless awards and distinctions, including in 1998 he was inducted into the Rock’n’Roll Hall Of Fame (Rock’n’Roll Hall of Fame).

    The Drifter – Clarence Gatemouth Brown with Carlos Santana
    The Drifter – Clarence Gatemouth Brown with Carlos Santana
    We appreciate your time and dedication to reading our article. For more of the finest blues guitar music, make sure to follow our Facebook page, “I Love Blues Guitar”. We share exceptional selections every day. Thank you once again for your continued support and readership.
  • Buddy Guy, Carlos Santana – Stormy Monday

    Buddy Guy, Carlos Santana – Stormy Monday

    Buddy Guy

    Five-time Grammy Award winner and one of the greatest American blues and rock guitarists and singers. Geroge “Buddy” Guy was born on July 30, 1936 in Lettsworth, Lujzjana.
    Buddy Guy began performing in the early 1950s. When he moved to Chicago in 1957, his greatest inspiration was Muddy Waters, the champion of the Chicago scene. A year later, he managed to sign a record deal with the well-known Chess label. During this time, he also recorded with Junior Wells.
    However, the times spent on Chess Records were not the best for Buddy Guy – the artist did not find there understanding for his unique style, similar in sound to live performances. The only album he recorded at that time was “Left My Blues In San Francisco”. On Chess Records, Guy was active primarily as a session musician, having the pleasure of recording with artists such as Muddy Waters, Koko Taylor and Howlin ‘Wolf.

    Buddy in Great Britain

    The reputation of Buddy Guy was also known in Great Britain, where he first came in 1965. The scene was soaking up the inspiration of the American blues. Guy was one of the favorites of rockers such as Jeff Beck and Eric Clapton. After years of disappointment, the musician finally ended up being an accomplice with the Chess label. He moved to Vanguard, where he released, among others “Blues Today” or “Hot and Cool”.

    The artist’s career, however, did not reach the extent it certainly deserved. Despite the fact that he greatly inspired the blues-rock scene, she triumphed without him. Over the next two decades, the musician experienced a situation that happens to many great creators. Visionaries and artists who pave the way, are eclipsed by followers who claim fame, success and money.

    A positive breakthrough in the career of Buddy Guy took place in the late 1980s, when blues music began to experience a revival. The support he received from Eric Clapton, who invited him to perform with other guitarists at a show in London, was also important. During this time, he recorded successfully for the Silvertone label.

    I like the way the rhythm section has a raw grungy sound to it, epitomizes the background scenery of the film Chicago Blues.

    You can’t beat some raw Chicago Blues. Buddy is a rare specimen: supreme guitarist and a great singer in one!

    Santana

    Carlos Santana – legendary musician, and guitar virtuoso. He was born in Mexico, Autlan de Navarro, on July 20, 1947. In the early 1960s, he came to the USA and settled in San Francisco. A few years later, in 1966, the musician founded a band called Santana Blues Band, which still exists today as Santana, creating rock music inspired by Latin American folklore and blues.
    In the course of over 30 years of their career, with his band, he has released more than 20 albums and recorded 7 solo albums sold in a total of over 50 million copies, the band also played concerts for over 30 million fans. The musician has won countless awards and distinctions, including in 1998 he was inducted into the Rock’n’Roll Hall Of Fame (Rock’n’Roll Hall of Fame).

  • Santana – Make Somebody Happy (Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks)

    Santana – Make Somebody Happy (Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks)

    Santana – Make Somebody Happy (Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks)
    Santana – Make Somebody Happy (Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks)

    The Electrifying Fusion: “Make Somebody Happy” at Santana ‘s “Live in Montreux” Featuring Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks

    When a song becomes more than just a composition, evolving into an emotion, an atmosphere, or an entire mood, it’s evident that there’s magic happening. This is precisely what transpired at Santana’s “Live in Montreux” concert when the legendary Carlos Santana joined forces with the phenomenal Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks to deliver an unforgettable rendition of “Make Somebody Happy.”

    Santana: The Eternal Guitar Maestro

    Carlos Santana, whose illustrious career spans over five decades, is best known for his unique fusion of rock, Latin American jazz, and blues. From “Black Magic Woman” to “Smooth,” Santana’s wide-ranging repertoire showcases not only his extraordinary guitar-playing abilities but also his knack for blending various genres in a seamless manner.

    Derek Trucks: The Slide Prodigy

    Derek Trucks, known for his formidable slide guitar technique, began his musical journey at an incredibly young age. He had already performed alongside the likes of Buddy Guy and Bob Dylan before he turned 20. A key member of the Allman Brothers Band, Trucks co-leads the Tedeschi Trucks Band with his equally talented wife, Susan Tedeschi.

    Susan Tedeschi: The Soulful Songstress

    With a voice that effortlessly oscillates between raw power and subtle tenderness, Susan Tedeschi is a force to be reckoned with. Her musical journey, deeply rooted in gospel-infused blues, led her to several Grammy nominations even before she teamed up with Trucks to form the Tedeschi Trucks Band. Together, they’ve become one of the most revered power couples in contemporary blues.

    “Make Somebody Happy”: A Mesmerizing Collaboration

    At the Montreux concert, the trio breathed a fresh life into “Make Somebody Happy.” Santana’s trademark guitar tone perfectly complemented the earthy, profound sound of Trucks’ slide guitar. Tedeschi’s soul-stirring vocals added a layer of depth and emotion to the performance, making it a song not just for the ears, but for the heart.

    What made this collaboration even more memorable was the evident chemistry between the artists. There was a silent, almost palpable conversation occurring between Santana and Trucks, their guitars intertwining in a harmonious dance. Tedeschi’s voice served as the powerful bridge, connecting the passionate instrumentals with the deep-seated emotions of the audience.

    Music, when created with genuine emotion and passion, transcends mere sound waves. The rendition of “Make Somebody Happy” at Santana’s “Live in Montreux” concert epitomized this. With Carlos Santana’s legendary guitar prowess, Derek Trucks’ slide mastery, and Susan Tedeschi’s heart-rending vocals, the performance was not just a treat for blues aficionados but for anyone who cherishes artistry at its best.

  • John Lee Hooker, Carlos Santana – Blues Boogie Jam

    John Lee Hooker, Carlos Santana – Blues Boogie Jam

    John Lee Hooker

    John Lee Hooker was a notable American blues singer, guitarist and songwriter. His fame rose when he performed electric guitar adaptations of Delta Blues. He also has this inclination to insert early North Mississippi Hill country blues and talking blues into his music with a genius twist.

    He is often compared in greatness to B. B. King, who was also born in Mississippi, just like Hooker. King’s contribution to Delta blues was a comprehensive guitar technique that harmonized blues with components of jazz, rhythm and blues and other popular music genres.

    But John Lee Hooker created a style of his own, in contrast, by retaining a pure and traditional approach of the Delta blues. In the postwar, he achieved more success, doing a crossover, using vocals with solo guitar. This was the style of earlier Delta players which he adopted, used to the hilt in his hit record, Boogie Chillen, in 1948.

    The later releases of John Lee like I’m in the Mood (1951), Boom Boom (1962) and The Healer (1989), incorporated soul and rock music.

    When Hooker was starting out in his musical career, he performed and recorded with rock musicians. One of his earliest partnerships was with The Groundhogs, a British blues rock band.

    In 1970, he played adaptations of his songs with the group Canned Heat, an American blues and boogie rock band. The result was the joint album Hooker ‘n Heat.

    At his best, only with his electric guitar strapped on him, Hooker describes his musical style:

    The display of aggressive energy in fast boogies and also an ample show of intensity for stark and slow blues. A back to the basics guitarist – playing simple harmonies, pentatonic scales and also one chord modal harmonic structures.

    John Lee Hooker toured expansively beginning the 1950s and he also made appearances in movies like The Blues Brothers (1980) and The Color Purple (1985). He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1991 and had a huge influence on bands such as The Animals and The Rolling Stones.

    John Lee Hooker recorded more than 100 albums. Among them was The Healer (1989) which had appearances by Carlos Santana and Bonnie Raitt. Other notable albums are The Best of Friends (1998) and Grammar Award winner Don’t Look Back (1997).

    Santana

    Carlos Santana – legendary musician, guitar virtuoso. He was born in Mexico, Autlan de Navarro, on July 20, 1947. In the early 1960s, he came to the USA and settled in San Francisco. A few years later, in 1966, the musician founded a band called Santana Blues Band, which still exists today as Santana, creates rock music inspired by Latin American folklore and blues.
    In the course of over 30 years of career, with his band, he has released more than 20 albums and recorded 7 solo albums sold in a total of over 50 million copies, the band also played concerts for over 30 million fans. The musician has won countless awards and distinctions, including in 1998 he was inducted into the Rock’n’Roll Hall Of Fame (Rock’n’Roll Hall of Fame).

  • Buddy Guy, Carlos Santana – Stormy Monday

    Buddy Guy, Carlos Santana – Stormy Monday

    Buddy Guy, Carlos Santana – Stormy Monday
    Buddy Guy, Carlos Santana – Stormy Monday

    Buddy Guy

    Five-time Grammy Award winner and one of the greatest American blues and rock guitarists and singers. Geroge “Buddy” Guy was born on July 30, 1936 in Lettsworth, Lujzjana.
    Buddy Guy began performing in the early 1950s. When he moved to Chicago in 1957, his greatest inspiration was Muddy Waters, the champion of the Chicago scene. A year later, he managed to sign a record deal with the well-known Chess label. During this time, he also recorded with Junior Wells.
    However, the times spent on Chess Records were not the best for Buddy Guy – the artist did not find there understanding for his unique style, similar in sound to live performances. The only album he recorded at that time was “Left My Blues In San Francisco”. On Chess Records, Guy was active primarily as a session musician, having the pleasure of recording with artists such as Muddy Waters, Koko Taylor and Howlin ‘Wolf.

    Buddy in Great Britain

    The reputation of Buddy Guy was also known in Great Britain, where he first came in 1965. The scene was soaking up the inspiration of the American blues. Guy was one of the favorites of rockers such as Jeff Beck and Eric Clapton. After years of disappointment, the musician finally ended up being an accomplice with the Chess label. He moved to Vanguard, where he released, among others “Blues Today” or “Hot and Cool”.

    The artist’s career, however, did not reach the extent it certainly deserved. Despite the fact that he greatly inspired the blues-rock scene, she triumphed without him. Over the next two decades, the musician experienced a situation that happens to many great creators. Visionaries and artists who pave the way, are eclipsed by followers who claim fame, success and money.

    A positive breakthrough in the career of Buddy Guy took place in the late 1980s, when blues music began to experience a revival. The support he received from Eric Clapton, who invited him to perform with other guitarists at a show in London, was also important. During this time, he recorded successfully for the Silvertone label.

    I like the way the rhythm section has a raw grungy sound to it, epitomizes the background scenery of the film Chicago Blues.

    You can’t beat some raw Chicago Blues. Buddy is a rare specimen: supreme guitarist and a great singer in one!

    Santana

    Carlos Santana – legendary musician, and guitar virtuoso. He was born in Mexico, Autlan de Navarro, on July 20, 1947. In the early 1960s, he came to the USA and settled in San Francisco. A few years later, in 1966, the musician founded a band called Santana Blues Band, which still exists today as Santana, creating rock music inspired by Latin American folklore and blues.
    In the course of over 30 years of their career, with his band, he has released more than 20 albums and recorded 7 solo albums sold in a total of over 50 million copies, the band also played concerts for over 30 million fans. The musician has won countless awards and distinctions, including in 1998 he was inducted into the Rock’n’Roll Hall Of Fame (Rock’n’Roll Hall of Fame).

    Buddy Guy, Carlos Santana – Stormy Monday
    Buddy Guy, Carlos Santana – Stormy Monday
  • Santana – Make Somebody Happy (Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks)

    Santana – Make Somebody Happy (Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks)

    The Beautiful Performance of “Make Somebody Happy” at Santana ‘s “Live in Montreux” Concert

    It was a night to remember at Montreux as three titans of blues music took the stage together to perform an unforgettable rendition of “Make Somebody Happy.” Carlos Santana, the legendary guitarist, welcomed special guests Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks for a truly magical performance. This trio’s collaboration provided a musical experience that transcended the boundaries of genre and touched the very soul of blues music.

    Carlos Santana

    Carlos Santana, born on July 20, 1947, in Autlán de Navarro, Mexico, is a world-renowned musician known for his unique fusion of rock, blues, jazz, and Latin sounds. His career spans over five decades, and he’s responsible for some of the most memorable riffs in the history of guitar music. Santana has won numerous awards, including 10 Grammy Awards and 3 Latin Grammy Awards.

    Susan Tedeschi

    Born on November 9, 1970, in Boston, Massachusetts, Susan Tedeschi is a blues and soul musician renowned for her singing voice that’s often likened to that of Janis Joplin. With a blend of gospel-infused vocals and blues guitar skills, she has carved out a unique space in the music world. Tedeschi has been nominated for several Grammy Awards, earning recognition for her contributions to contemporary blues music.

    Derek Trucks

    Derek Trucks, born on June 8, 1979, in Jacksonville, Florida, is a virtuoso slide guitar player. His style is an amalgamation of blues, soul, jazz, and world music. As a former member of The Allman Brothers Band and co-leader of the Tedeschi Trucks Band with his wife, Susan Tedeschi, Trucks has been hailed as one of the greatest guitarists of his generation. He’s received multiple Grammy Award nominations and has won several as well.

    The Performance

    The stage was set at the beautiful Montreux venue, and the air was filled with anticipation as Carlos Santana started the opening notes of “Make Somebody Happy.” The crowd erupted in excitement as Tedeschi and Trucks joined in, crafting a rich tapestry of sound that was both raw and polished.

    The synergy between the three artists was palpable. Santana’s signature guitar tone, combined with Tedeschi’s powerful vocals and Trucks’ emotive slide guitar, created a rendition of “Make Somebody Happy” that was nothing short of mesmerizing. The performance was filled with improvisational jams that showcased each musician’s unique style, while also forming a harmonious blend that felt organic and spontaneous.

    The audience was left in awe as the trio reached the climax of the song, and the ensuing standing ovation was a testament to the musical mastery displayed on the stage. It was a night that those present will never forget, a once-in-a-lifetime collaboration that captured the essence of blues music and showcased the talents of three of the genre’s most celebrated musicians.

    The “Live in Montreux” concert featuring Carlos Santana, Susan Tedeschi, and Derek Trucks will go down in history as a landmark event in the world of blues music. This performance of “Make Somebody Happy” was a celebration of musical creativity, passion, and excellence. It serves as a reminder of the enduring power of blues music and the exceptional talents of those who continue to push its boundaries.

  • John Lee Hooker, Carlos Santana – Blues Boogie Jam

    John Lee Hooker, Carlos Santana – Blues Boogie Jam

    John Lee Hooker

    John Lee Hooker was a notable American blues singer, guitarist and songwriter. His fame rose when he performed electric guitar adaptations of Delta Blues. He also has this inclination to insert early North Mississippi Hill country blues and talking blues into his music with a genius twist.

    He is often compared in greatness to B. B. King, who was also born in Mississippi, just like Hooker. King’s contribution to Delta blues was a comprehensive guitar technique that harmonized blues with components of jazz, rhythm and blues and other popular music genres.

    But John Lee Hooker created a style of his own, in contrast, by retaining a pure and traditional approach of the Delta blues. In the postwar, he achieved more success, doing a crossover, using vocals with solo guitar. This was the style of earlier Delta players which he adopted, used to the hilt in his hit record, Boogie Chillen, in 1948.

    The later releases of John Lee like I’m in the Mood (1951), Boom Boom (1962) and The Healer (1989), incorporated soul and rock music.

    When Hooker was starting out in his musical career, he performed and recorded with rock musicians. One of his earliest partnerships was with The Groundhogs, a British blues rock band.

    In 1970, he played adaptations of his songs with the group Canned Heat, an American blues and boogie rock band. The result was the joint album Hooker ‘n Heat.

    At his best, only with his electric guitar strapped on him, Hooker describes his musical style:

    The display of aggressive energy in fast boogies and also an ample show of intensity for stark and slow blues. A back to the basics guitarist – playing simple harmonies, pentatonic scales and also one chord modal harmonic structures.

    John Lee Hooker in Blues Brothers movie

    John Lee Hooker toured expansively beginning the 1950s and he also made appearances in movies like The Blues Brothers (1980) and The Color Purple (1985). He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1991 and had a huge influence on bands such as The Animals and The Rolling Stones.

    John Lee Hooker recorded more than 100 albums. Among them was The Healer (1989) which had appearances by Carlos Santana and Bonnie Raitt. Other notable albums are The Best of Friends (1998) and Grammar Award winner Don’t Look Back (1997).

    Santana

    Carlos Santana – legendary musician, guitar virtuoso. He was born in Mexico, Autlan de Navarro, on July 20, 1947. In the early 1960s, he came to the USA and settled in San Francisco. A few years later, in 1966, the musician founded a band called Santana Blues Band, which still exists today as Santana, creates rock music inspired by Latin American folklore and blues.
    In the course of over 30 years of career, with his band, he has released more than 20 albums and recorded 7 solo albums sold in a total of over 50 million copies, the band also played concerts for over 30 million fans. The musician has won countless awards and distinctions, including in 1998 he was inducted into the Rock’n’Roll Hall Of Fame (Rock’n’Roll Hall of Fame).

    Video source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRMzVMe18cA

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  • Clarence Gatemouth Brown with Carlos Santana – The Drifter

    Clarence Gatemouth Brown with Carlos Santana – The Drifter

    I love blues guitar violin especially in hands of Clarence Gatemouth Brown. He plays the guitar here too and sings in the company with Santana on the guitar and brass section. 15 minutes of great music and blues.

    Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown

    (April 18, 1924 – September 10, 2005)

    …was an American musician from Louisiana and Texas. He is best known for his work as a blues musician, but embraced other styles of music, having “spent his career fighting purism by synthesizing old blues, country, jazz, Cajun music and R&B styles”. His work also encompasses rock and roll, rock music, folk, electric blues, and Texas blues

    Clarence Gatemouth Brown with Carlos Santana at the Montreux 2004 More Info

    Carlos Santana

    … – legendary musician, guitar virtuoso. He was born in Mexico, Autlan de Navarro, on July 20, 1947. In the early 1960s, he came to the USA and settled in San Francisco. A few years later, in 1966, the musician founded a band called Santana Blues Band, which still exists today as Santana, creates rock music inspired by Latin American folklore and blues.
    The band gained worldwide popularity in 1969, after performing at the Woodstock festival. Carlos’s guitar playing masterfully and full of incredible energy has become one of the symbols of the generation of flower children. The group’s debut album, “Santana”, was released in the same year.
    By the end of 1971, two more albums of the formation were released – “Abraxas” and “Santana III”. Such famous songs as “Black Magic Woman” and “Oye Como Va” come from this time. In the years 1972-1975, Carlos collaborated with various musicians (including John McLaughlin and Alice Coltrane), introducing elements of jazz and religious themes into his art. In 1975 he returned to the previous style, still creating with outstanding jazzmen (such as Herbie Hancock). He has also recorded with the famous bluesman Johny Lee Hooker.
    In 1998 he was inducted into the Rock’n’Roll Hall Of Fame

    Here is another song from this concert “I’ve Got My Mojo Working”

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  • The Drifter – Clarence Gatemouth Brown with Carlos Santana

    The Drifter – Clarence Gatemouth Brown with Carlos Santana

    I love blues guitar violin especially in hands of Clarence Gatemouth Brown. He plays the guitar here too and sings in the company with Santana on the guitar and brass section. 15 minutes of great music and blues.

    Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown

    (April 18, 1924 – September 10, 2005)

    …was an American musician from Louisiana and Texas. He is best known for his work as a blues musician, but embraced other styles of music, having “spent his career fighting purism by synthesizing old blues, country, jazz, Cajun music and R&B styles”. His work also encompasses rock and roll, rock music, folk, electric blues, and Texas blues

    Clarence Gatemouth Brown with Carlos Santana at the Montreux 2004 More Info

    In the early 1970s several countries in Europe had developed an appreciation for American roots music, especially the blues, and Brown was a popular and well-respected artist there. He toured Europe twelve times, beginning in 1971 and continuing throughout the 1970s. He also became an official ambassador for American music, and participated in several tours sponsored by the U.S. State Department, including an extensive tour of Eastern Africa. Brown appeared at the 1973 Montreux Jazz Festival, where he jammed with American blues rock band Canned Heat.[

    Santana

    Carlos Santana – legendary musician, guitar virtuoso. He was born in Mexico, Autlan de Navarro, on July 20, 1947. In the early 1960s, he came to the USA and settled in San Francisco. A few years later, in 1966, the musician founded a band called Santana Blues Band, which still exists today as Santana, creates rock music inspired by Latin American folklore and blues.
    In the course of over 30 years of his career, with his band, he has released more than 20 albums and recorded 7 solo albums sold in a total of over 50 million copies, the band also played concerts for over 30 million fans. The musician has won countless awards and distinctions, including in 1998 he was inducted into the Rock’n’Roll Hall Of Fame (Rock’n’Roll Hall of Fame).

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  • Clarence Gatemouth Brown with Carlos Santana – The Drifter

    Clarence Gatemouth Brown with Carlos Santana – The Drifter

    Grab your popcorn and hit play on the video, then cozy up with the article.

    I love blues violin, especially in the hands of Clarence Gatemouth Brown. He also plays the guitar here and sings in the company with Santana on the guitar and brass sections – 15 minutes of great music and blues.

    Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown

    (April 18, 1924 – September 10, 2005)

    …was an American musician from Louisiana and Texas. He is best known for his work as a blues musician, but embraced other styles of music, having “spent his career fighting purism by synthesizing old blues, country, jazz, Cajun music, and R&B styles”. His work also encompasses rock and roll, rock music, folk, electric blues, and Texas blues

    Clarence Gatemouth Brown with Carlos Santana at the Montreux 2004

    More Info

    Carlos Santana

    … – legendary musician, guitar virtuoso. He was born in Mexico, Autlan de Navarro, on July 20, 1947. In the early 1960s, he came to the USA and settled in San Francisco. A few years later, in 1966, the musician founded a band called Santana Blues Band, which still exists today as Santana, creating rock music inspired by Latin American folklore and blues.
    The band gained worldwide popularity in 1969, after performing at the Woodstock Festival. Carlos’s guitar playing masterfully and full of incredible energy has become one of the symbols of the generation of flower children. The group’s debut album, “Santana”, was released in the same year.
    By the end of 1971, two more albums of the formation were released – “Abraxas” and “Santana III”. Such famous songs as “Black Magic Woman” and “Oye Como Va” come from this time. In the years 1972-1975, Carlos collaborated with various musicians (including John McLaughlin and Alice Coltrane), introducing elements of jazz and religious themes into his art. In 1975 he returned to the previous style, still creating with outstanding jazzmen (such as Herbie Hancock). He has also recorded with the famous bluesman Johny Lee Hooker.
    In 1998 he was inducted into the Rock’n’Roll Hall Of Fame

    Video Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vseuUyU06dM

    Thank You Clarence Gatemouth Brown Fans!

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