"Abraxas" is the second studio album by latin rock band Santana. Consolidating the interest generated by their first album, Santana (recorded in May 1969), and their highly acclaimed live performance at the Woodstock Festival in August 1969, the band followed-up with Abraxas in September 1970. The album's mix of rock, blues, jazz, salsa and other influences was very well received, showing a musical maturation from their first album and refining the band's early sound.
Album Description & Collectors information:This album "SANTANA Abraxas Nice Price Series" includes the original custom "Nice Price" inner sleeve with promo for other albums from the same series. In 2016, this album was selected for preservation in the National Recording Registry due to its "cultural, historic, or artistic significance." |
Music Genre: |
Latin Rock Fusion |
Album Production Information: |
The album: "SANTANA Abraxas Nice Price Series" was produced by: Fred Cater, Carlos Santana Sound/Recording Engineer(s): Dave Brown, John Fiore This album was recorded at: 17 April – 2 May 1970 at Wally Heider Recording Studio, San Francisco Album cover design: Bob Venosa Album cover photography: Marian Schmidt , Joan Chase |
Record Label & Catalognr: |
CBS 32032 |
Media Format: |
12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram |
Year & Country: |
1970 Made in Holland |
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: SANTANA Abraxas Nice Price Series |
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Complete Track-listing of the album "SANTANA Abraxas Nice Price Series" |
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"Abraxas" Red Colour CBS Record Label Details: CBS 32032
The visual allure of "Abraxas" is equally captivating, thanks to the artistic vision of Bob Venosa, the mind behind the album cover design. The cover, presented in a gatefold format, draws the listener into a world of mystical
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