On this day April 1 1983 Carlos Santana released his fifth solo album Havana Moon. The album featured a mix of blues rock Latin rhythms and classic covers showcasing Santana’s versatility and deep musical influences beyond his work with the Santana band.
Havana Moon included guest appearances from artists like Booker T Jones and Willie Nelson. Santana blended cultures and genres with tracks like Watch Your Step and Who Do You Love giving the album a relaxed laid back feel while still delivering signature guitar work.
The album didn’t match the commercial success of some of his earlier solo projects but it remains a fan favorite for its rich variety and collaborations.
80s insight: The album’s title track Havana Moon was originally written and recorded by Chuck Berry in the 1950s and Santana added his own Latin twist to the cover.
Havana Moon included guest appearances from artists like Booker T Jones and Willie Nelson. Santana blended cultures and genres with tracks like Watch Your Step and Who Do You Love giving the album a relaxed laid back feel while still delivering signature guitar work.
The album didn’t match the commercial success of some of his earlier solo projects but it remains a fan favorite for its rich variety and collaborations.
80s insight: The album’s title track Havana Moon was originally written and recorded by Chuck Berry in the 1950s and Santana added his own Latin twist to the cover.
