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Ry Cooder's name has helped bring attention to this session, but it's the veteran Cuban son musicians who make this album really special. Reminiscent of Ellington in its scope and sense of hushed romanticism, Buena Vista Social Club is that rare meld of quietude and intensity; while the players sound laid-back, they're putting forth very alive music, a reminder that aging doesn't mean taking to bed. Barbarito Torres's laoud solo on "El Cuarto de Tula" is both more blinding and more tasteful than any guitar showcase on any recent rock album; a quote from "Stormy Weather" and some very distinct parallels to Hawaiian styles remind us of why it's called "world music." --Rickey Wright
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Special edition cardboard sleeve. Original 1997 release of 14 tracks with large insert booklet
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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
By Ivan
Format:DVD Audio
In terms of sound, this is probably the closest you get to a true Cuban cafe somewhere in Cienfuegos. As many of you may know the songs on this DVD-A already, I will limit my comment to the sound quality. It's simply superb! If you own the film on DVD (in DD 5.1) already and have a DVD-A player at home, don't hesitate! It's better sound quality and the songs are not interrupted. Remix well done Mr. Cooder!
39 of 40 people found the following review helpful
By Wanobi
Format:Audio CD
If you love music you'll adore this masterpiece. Hauntingly beautiful from start to finish it's melodic, intoxicating, sensual latin rythms will transport you to a place and time that only true passion can. Shut your eyes and open your mind to something truly extraordinary that you rarely come across, perhaps once or twice in a lifetime of music. I love music in all it's shapes and forms but this recording of real musicians creating something magical will outlive anything you've heard before. This music is beyond mere ratings, it is immensely powerful, passionate and of a beauty indescribeable. Once played never forgotten.
35 of 36 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Audio CD
Being the last person you'd ever expect to listen to Cuban music (my collection of metal CDs would show that), this album really stuck in my mind. It is an incredibly emotive record - perfect to chill out to. The musicians know exactly how to create the perfect musical effect, and at times, the listener is made to feel like they're physically in the recording session.It's a fantastic experience, and the effortlessly impeccable production only adds to the already perfectly polished bigger picture. This is an album for people who genuinely love music. Don't ask me to name a preferred song, because the genius of the work lies in the sum of the parts.
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Historical Cuban Music!!!
I chose 5 star for the pure beauty of this album, it should be everyone's magical library of classic albums.
Published 7 days ago by Mike Bowley
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Pure Magic
This material deserves a much wider stage. The emotion shines through and the standard of musicianship is second to none
Published 21 days ago by Thomas Delaney
5.0 out of 5 stars
ONE OF THE BEST MUSIC ALBUMS.... EVER !!!
If, when you listen to THIS, you DON'T jump up and wiggle your bum, dance and shout, and shake it all about... THEN, you've no heart, nor soul, nor breath in your body. Read more
Published 25 days ago by Mrs. Michelle P. Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars
Can't get enough of it ... and truly appreciated after I visited Cuba...
Best music purchase ever and truly appreciated after I visited Cuba and placed it all (the music, the location and the wonderful people) in its real life perspective. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mr. Alfred Quintano
4.0 out of 5 stars
Reunited with a great album
This album is fantastic, a great latin american sound with exciting rhythm and superb instrumental work. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Fred Fish
5.0 out of 5 stars
Bueno!
This is a brillaint album my 4 year old twins love it even though they had never heard any cuban music prior to listening to this.
Published 1 month ago by A. O. Spence
3.0 out of 5 stars
is it just me or?
I bought this cd and I must say the glowing reviews
Did nudge me to this decision however now I've heard
It Iam to be honest dissapointed with it overall. Read more
Did nudge me to this decision however now I've heard
It Iam to be honest dissapointed with it overall. Read more
Published 1 month ago by c rider
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A*****
A much wanted present A***** I have never heard of this but it was required for a friend for a present.
Published 2 months ago by Sonya
5.0 out of 5 stars
B v social club
This cd makes you want to get up &dance relaxing makes you think of long hot summers & cafe society
Published 3 months ago by jill swain
5.0 out of 5 stars
Stunning
This to me is all about hot evenings and a glass of what ever is your favourite drink, went to see them and they were so so good had to get this and more from them.
Published 3 months ago by Oldsparky
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