Recorded for World Circuit Records by Ry Cooder over seven days in Havana in 1996, bringing together many of the great names of the golden age of Cuban music in the 1950s, several of whom were coaxed out of retirement for the sessions, Buena Vista Social Club album became a surprise international best seller and the most successful album in the history of Cuban music.

• 4LP 45pm 180 Gram Vinyl 
• Pressed at QRP, USA
• Cut from Original Analog Master Tapes
• Mastered by Bernie Grundman
• Special Double Pocket Gatefold Cover
• 12 Page Booklet

180-gram 45 RPM 4LP set from Analogue Productions!

Mastered by Bernie Grundman from the original analog master tape

Buena Vista Social Club's famed album captivates with Cuban music!

Plated and pressed at Quality Record Pressings

Includes 12-page booklet with lyrics and studio images

Tip-on old style gatefold double pocket jackets with film lamination by Stoughton Printing

Transport yourself to the vibrant streets of Havana with the Buena Vista Social Club's eponymous album, a captivating journey into the heart of Cuban music! Recorded in 1996 by acclaimed producer Ry Cooder, this timeless masterpiece celebrates the rich tapestry of Afro-Cuban rhythms and soulful melodies that have enchanted audiences for generations.

Buena Vista Social Club is both the name given to this extraordinary group of musicians and the album, recorded in just seven days in 1996 in Havana's 1950s vintage EGREM studios. From the infectious energy of "Chan Chan" to the heartfelt nostalgia of "Dos Gardenias," each track immerses listeners in the intoxicating blend of son, bolero, and guajira styles. Led by legendary musicians such as Ibrahim Ferrer, Compay Segundo, and Omara Portuondo, the Buena Vista Social Club ensemble delivers performances that are as exuberant as they are intimate, capturing the essence of a bygone era while igniting a passion for Cuban music that knows no bounds.

The acclaim of the original album has elevated the artists (including Ibrahim Ferrer, Rubén González and Omara Portuondo) to superstar status, inspired an award-winning film by Wim Wenders, and has contributed to popularizing Cuba's rich musical heritage. Produced by Ry Cooder for World Circuit, the timeless quality of the music and the sheer verve of the veteran performers have ensured that this will go down as one of the landmark recordings of the 20th century.

This 45 RPM Analogue Productions reissue pressed by Quality Record Pressings on four dead-silent LPs makes every note a transcendent experience. Meticulously crafted using the finest materials and exacting standards, this reissue pays homage to the golden age of vinyl, capturing the warmth and depth of the original recording in stunning detail. The package includes a 12-page booklet with lyrics and stunning studio images, topped off by a tip-on old style gatefold double pocket jacket made by Stoughton Printing.

Embark on a musical odyssey filled with warmth, joy, and the irresistible allure of Havana nights!

Musicians:

Alberto "Virgilio" Valdés, Barbarito Torres, Benito Suarez Magana, Carlos González, Compay Segundo, Eliades Ochoa, Ibrahim Ferrer, Joachim Cooder, Juan de Marcos Gonzàlez, Julienne Oviedo Sanchez, Julio Alberto Fernandez*, Luis Barzaga, Lázaro Villa, Mañuel 'Guajiro' Mirabal, Mañuel 'Puntillita' Licea, Omara Portuondo, Orlando "Cachaíto" López, Rubén González, Salvador Repilado Labrada

Track Listing:

01. Chan Chan
02. De Camino a La Vereda
03. El Cuarto de Tula
04. Pueblo Nuevo
05. Dos Gardenias
06. Y Tu Que Has Hecho?
07. Veinte Anos
08. El Carretero
09. Candela
10. Amore de Loca Juventud
11. Orgullecida
12. Murmullo
13. Buena Vista Social Club
14. La Bayamesa

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