Jorge Santana (Carlos youngest sibling) has a very similar guitar style to his famous brother but of course not as skilled (well hardly anybody is as skilled), despite this fact he’s always accurate, he even offers a couple of very convincing solos. Sounds as a Cuban pianist when playing “Oye Como Va” by the “maestro” Tito Puente or the traditional “Guajira” with arrangements by José Chepito Areas (Legendary musician and former Santana percussionist), but he is also able to sound as a San Francisco Psychedelic keyboardist during the late 60’s in tracks as “Black Magic Woman” or “Soul Sacrifice”, there’s no difference for him, always adequate changing of style when required as a human chameleon. If we need to talk about the musicians, it’s necessary to highlight the presence of Chester Thompson who is simply amazing with the keyboards. Seems like the call of the blood is very strong in him and Carlos gives all he has for his people, this identification is so strong his musicians from different coutries seem inspired by this spirit and also offer us an spectacular performance with no weak spots.
SACRED FIRE SANTANA PLUS
I must have seen Santana on stage at least 8 times plus a huge number of videos, concert films and bootlegs but never had the chance to appreciate him playing with such enthusiasm as in “Sacred Fire” filmed in his native Mexico.
Santana – Sacred Fire Live in Mexico (DVD) (1993)
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