I found out about this 1 hour 40 minute documentary from travel magazine Wanderlust and what a discovery! Buena Vista Social Club interviews and records the musicians and music from the Cuban band of the same name.
The music featured is arguably some of the most beautiful and real music I have ever heard. A mixture of country, soul and jazz the experienced Cuban musicians, who play a wide variety of instruments, found International success in the late 1990's.
The wonderful Ibrahim Ferrer, the "Cuban Nat King Cole", was a highlight of the bands early days days and despite his sad passing in 2005 the band still tour worldwide with new and veteran members.
The documentary also features clips of Cuban street life that has just heightened my desire to visit the country even more.
Introducing Ibrahim Ferrer and Omara Portuondo of the Buena Vista Social Club...
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