Santana

Santana is a US band formed in 1966 that blends rock with Latin, blues, jazz and Afro-Latin rhythms; their sound is anchored by Carlos Santana's expressive electric guitar tone and a strong percussive backbone featuring congas and timbales. Emerging from the San Francisco scene, the group is characterized by extended, groove-oriented arrangements that mix improvisation with melodic motifs and by integrating Latin rhythmic patterns into rock contexts. Across multiple lineups they have incorporated elements of jazz fusion, world music and pop while maintaining a focus on guitar-driven, rhythmically rich performances.