Abraxas

Santana

Abraxas

RELEASED: September 23, 1970
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Singing Winds, Crying Beasts 4:51 2. Black Magic Woman / Gypsy Queen 5:20 3. Oye Como Va 4:17 4. Incident at Neshabur 4:58 5. Se a Cabo 2:50 6. Mother's Daughter 4:25 7. Samba Pa Ti 4:45 8. Hope You're Feeling Better 4:11 9. El Nicoya 1:29
Abraxas is the second studio album by the Latin rock band Santana, released in 1970. The album showcases a fusion of rock, blues, jazz, and Latin music, characterized by its innovative guitar work and soulful melodies. It features some of the band's most enduring hits, including 'Black Magic Woman' and 'Oye Como Va'. The album's rich instrumentation and vibrant rhythms contributed to its lasting legacy, making it a cornerstone of the rock genre and a significant influence on subsequent musicians.