Buena Vista Social Club

Pleasant background music

"Not in English" FUCK YOU. i cant even begin to express how thrilled i am for finally FINALLY getting another album thats not in any way shape or form related to anything english or american or whatever. i know thos idiots wouldnt include themselves if i just said english theyll only think that the brits are at fault for everything. and yeah i know that this album is american too(shocking i know cuba is in south america so its an americ country), but again the americans only consider themselves american.

So I'm pretty far removed from this culture cuz im eastern european, but we do blast some classic latino music at weddings so i know how to appreciate this genre. one of my dreams in life is to go to a latino wedding. from what i've seen, its kinda like our weddings but different. so if you got any of those coming up please PLEASE dm me.

Actually getting to the music, this is nice, groovy, a pleasant change of pace from the ABSOLUTE SHIT i had to listen to on this list. It also isnt a diversity pick for the sake of diversity like other foreign albums on here. It's actually deserving of its spot and im truly glad for that. It's not something id listen to out of the blue, but its a delightful listen and im pleased that i got to hear it. I dont think id have ever got the chance to listen to this if it werent for this list. Orgullecida and Murmullo give me Spongebob vibes in some partsfor some reason. Other than that this album is either on party mode, chill or kinda sensual tunes and i love that. I practically could hear Dos Gardenias being played in a Bond movie. im not really into this specific genre but it is fun i cant deny it. great album. i could easily see why you would give it a 5 if it is your thing.

Fave song(s): Dos Gardenias, El Cuarto De Tula
Least favourite song(s): Buena Vista Social Club

Can't exactly comment on the lyrical content here but musically, this is very good. Great blend of Latin music with jazz and some African elements thrown in too. This is a bit long with 14 songs across an hour but I dont think there was ever a moment during this that I was bored. Not exactly a style of music I'm familiar with but this was a very enjoyable listen and I will be returning to this.

This one takes me back. My recollection of this album is that it sweeps in on a series of very strong songs before settling into a long tail of sameness, resulting in an album that, when one returns to it, is never as good as one remembered it.
A striking instance of artwork we assimilate through its story. The image of these musicians laboring faithfully at their craft in total isolation from the larger world, creating a strange time capsule, is irresistibly charming. Impoverished virtuosos dedicated to their art ... who could say No to them?
There is something very intimate about the sound of this music. It's recorded in a way that makes it muted.
Chan Chan is a great opener. It sets the mood and weaves a subtle magic that draws the listener in.I think it's impossible to hear that song and not think, More of that, please.
I'm finding that the album does reward a full listen. I think maybe one song drags around the 4th-5th tracks that I just need to skip. I think that's where I went wrong on certain occasions in the late 90s and early aughts. Tracks like El Carretero and Candela have a quiet intensity and drive that I really enjoy.
The interplay of the many instruments is lovely. There is a lyrical, atmospheric quality to several songs that makes it great mood music for a relaxed gathering. Very good record.

Love, love, love

5 all day. Impeccable album.

It's pleasant. Runs a bit long though. 3/5.

Perfect for someone obsessed with and trained in Latin dance.

Not gonna change your life but very enjoyable. Sun was out today so this was perfect accompaniment.

You can tell how professional and tight these musicians are. It’s sexy, smooth and delightful.

My only complaint is that I couldn’t follow along with translations as I was working at the time, but that’s 100% on me. Despite the language barrier I still really enjoyed this one and I’ll definitely listen to it again.

Well, this was delightful. I was aware of this from its original release (and film) but hadn't ever sat down to listen before. High four.

Finally, a Spanish language album!!

It was just fine. A little sleepy for my taste. Ah well.

Another album I've heard a gazillion times in my life. Loved the movie, owned the CD, heard it in every cafe everywhere. Listening to it 25 years later or so doesn't pack the same punch but still a beautiful lyrical album

I bought this when it came out, played it to death. Ace

Таке мені подобається, десь ближче до 4. Перша пісня просто супер топ, та і взагалі класика.

This was pretty cool, really enjoyed it.

4/5 - I probably could have listened to this all day. I sorta did. Chan Chan is a newly discovered favorite.

El primer albumen que tuve en espanol. Era muy pegajoso y relajante.

I really dont have time for this so i give this a 3 stars for the sake of being a 90s jazz album

Edit from future me: I finally got around to listening to this album again. This is a very great piece of music by some great singers. Im gonna give this project 4 stars.