The album "Cuba 1923-1995" by Various is a captivating collection of Cuban music that spans over seven decades of the island's rich musical history. The album features 20 tracks, each one showcasing a different style of Cuban music, from son and bolero to rumba and cha-cha-cha.
The album opens with "El Manisero," a classic Cuban song composed in 1928 that features the sweet sound of a solo trumpet. Other standout tracks include "Son de la Loma," a traditional son song performed by the legendary Buena Vista Social Club, and "Chan Chan," a catchy tune that has become a beloved classic of Cuban music.
Throughout the album, the listener is transported to the streets of Havana, where the sounds of salsa and rumba fill the air. The musicians on the album are some of the finest in Cuban music, and their performances are nothing short of excellent.