Buena Vista Social Club
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Members of Buena Vista Social Club — Ruben Gonzalez (left), Ibrahim Ferrer (center) and Omara Portuondo — in 2000.
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Concerts
March 8, 2010 The Cuban singer performs two boleros, which transport the listener to another time and place.
Studio Sessions
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March 26, 2012 Hear from King Sunny Ade, Angélique Kidjo and Bela Fleck; plus Ry Cooder on Buena Vista Social Club.
Interviews & Profiles
October 18, 2008 Because the Cuban government now allows more musicians to travel freely, many have chosen to stay.
May 31, 2008 The Cuban guitarist became known in the U.S. after playing with Buena Vista Social Club.
December 9, 2003 A charismatic pianist, Gonzalez helped spark an international renaissance in Cuban music.
July 14, 2003 The composer, singer and guitarist introduced the international audience to traditional Cuban music.
October 19, 2000 The sole female member of Buena Vista Social Club introduces her first solo album.
November 7, 1999 The Cuban vocalist from Buena Vista Social Club discusses his long and eventful career in music.
October 19, 1999 The documentary film about traditional Cuban musicians reignites interest, both at home and abroad.
Discover Songs
October 6, 2008 Hear the strangely haunting voice of Antony Hegarty, the Buena Vista Social Club live, and more.
February 16, 2005 A Dust Brothers collaboration from Beck; New music from Manuel Guajiro Mirabal; A soundtrack fro...
Reviews
October 6, 2008 Hear the strangely haunting voice of Antony Hegarty, the Buena Vista Social Club live, and more.
July 3, 2007 Veteran Cuban singer Ibrahim Ferrer finished recording a solo album just before he died.
More Stories
September 1, 2010 The group's original musicians finally unite for an all new album.
