About this album
Where they were
Released on September 23, 1970, 'Abraxas' was Santana's second studio album, following their groundbreaking self-titled debut. The album solidified Santana's unique blend of rock and Latin music, establishing them as a major force in the music scene and showcasing their evolving sound and artistic vision.
Why it matters
'Abraxas' achieved significant commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart and staying there for six weeks. The album features the hit single 'Black Magic Woman', which has remained a staple in popular music and contributed to Santana's lasting influence on the Latin rock genre.
Essential tracks
- "Black Magic Woman / Gypsy Queen" — This track combines an iconic melody with mesmerizing rhythms, showcasing Santana's signature guitar work and introducing a broader audience to Latin rock.
- "Oye cómo va" — 'Oye cómo va' exemplifies the infectious groove and cultural richness of the album, featuring a catchy melody that has transcended generations.
- "Samba pa ti" — A beautiful instrumental piece, 'Samba pa ti' highlights Santana's emotive guitar playing and deepens the album's exploration of Latin influences.
Release Date
September 23, 1970
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 Singing Winds, Crying Beasts 4:51
- 2 Black Magic Woman / Gypsy Queen 5:19
- 3 Oye cómo va 4:19
- 4 Incident at Neshabur 5:00
- 5 Se a cabó 2:52
- 6 Mother’s Daughter 4:28
- 7 Samba pa ti 4:47
- 8 Hope You’re Feeling Better 4:17
- 9 El nicoya 1:39
- 10 Se a cabó (live at the Royal Albert Hall, 1970‐04‐18) 3:47
- 11 Toussaint L’Overture (live at the Royal Albert Hall, 1970‐04‐18) 4:52
- 12 Black Magic Woman / Gypsy Queen (live at the Royal Albert Hall, 1970‐04‐18) 4:57
