Carnaval

Album: Festival (1977)
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  • Not to be confused with the later Natalie Merchant song "Carnival," this is the first track on the 1977 Festival album. Running to a mere 2:15, it was co-written by Carlos Santana and Tom Coster. In addition to his de rigueur lead guitar, Carlos introduces the track with a whistle and hand-held percussives. He has also been known to supply the odd vocal. This uptempo, fun track segues into "Let The Children Play." >>>
    Suggestion credit:
    Alexander Baron - London, England

Comments: 1

  • Chris from LondonWas this used in a film or advert or something? I heard album version for first time and have def heard it before
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