Buena Vista Social Club Buena Vista Social Club 180g 45rpm 4LP

Michael Fremer Rated 10/10 Music, 11/10 Sound!

Analog Planet Rated 11/10 Music, 10/10 Sound!

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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!

If you get one album of Cuban music, this should be the one.

This Analogue Productions collection will be an instant-classic demo disc for many audiophiles, and an absolute favorite spin for any fan of great music. The Sound gets an easy 10, for its perfection. I mean, how can woody, richly textured music like this not make for compelling listening with this 45rpm presentation? ... an all-out winner. Get it while you can.

The sound is as sensuous as the music and delivers everything any audio enthusiast would want from a recording: transparency, spaciousness, harmonic generosity, three-dimensionality. Pick your favorite audiophile descriptors and this recording delivers them...The new packaging is a major enhancement to the original Classic Records box set. A classic. Highly recommended.