description Compay Segundo - Yo Soy del Son a la Salsa Overview
Yo Soy del Son a la Salsa is an album by Cuban musician Compay Segundo, released in 1996. The recording showcases Segundo's mastery of traditional Cuban son music while exploring its connections to salsa and other Caribbean musical forms. As a founding member of the duo Los Compadres and composer of "Chan Chan," Segundo brings decades of experience to this album, which came during a period of renewed international interest in traditional Cuban music following his participation in the Buena Vista Social Club project.
help Compay Segundo - Yo Soy del Son a la Salsa FAQ
What style of Cuban music does Compay Segundo feature on Yo Soy del Son a la Salsa?
The 1996 album is rooted in traditional Cuban son while exploring its relationship to salsa and related Caribbean forms. Compay Segundo's relaxed vocals and guitar work remain central to the sound.
When was Yo Soy del Son a la Salsa released?
The album was released in 1996. It presents Compay Segundo as a veteran of Cuban son during a period when that music was reaching a new international audience.
Was Compay Segundo a member of Los Compadres?
Yes. He was a founding member of the Cuban duo Los Compadres, a background that helps explain his deep connection to traditional son.
Is Yo Soy del Son a la Salsa the same project as Buena Vista Social Club?
No. Yo Soy del Son a la Salsa is a Compay Segundo album released in 1996, while Buena Vista Social Club was a separate ensemble project recorded in the late 1990s.
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