That album review is terrible
5
By The Skominator
How naive for the critic to think this band was coasting, or that Santana was concerned with selling product/remaining essential with this release in 1974.
They had been there and done that by '74 ... Friendo!
This band was firmly in the cut, grooving on another plane altogether.
On my Desert Island Disc list !
5
By O4Zealous
This masterpiece features Carlos &
many other legends in collaboration, including the almighty Stanley Clarke
& Airto Moreira, with stellar vocals from Leon Patillo ... classic !
Great music!
5
By xyhngew5;7;
Don’t know how I missed this one for so long. So glad I finally discovered it!
No more drugs n boss. became Master guitar God
5
By MGONZO27
must have this on LP record again. amazing cover art MGonzo60
"Timeless Music, like Jazz from the BeBop era..."
5
By Aranos
When I first bought this album, yes vinyl, in 5074(some of you know), I knew most critics and 'so called, then followers of his music', had little clue as to the depth of what he was presenting to us. Those of us could tell by the musicians he chose for this date, some whom he continues to utilize their talents to this day, the message which he was creating. Santana did, does and will continue to do his music the way in which his vision dictates, writes, performs and choose the musicians to perform it. Then, those of us who hear the message within the musicians performance will continue to listen, buy and promote that vision. It has been said; "The best way to 'fail', it to try and please everyone", considering the his longevity and impact on the music industry, the naysayers need not reply...
MASTER PIECE,LISTEN TO MIRAGE
5
By Irie Fernandez
IM 25 YEARS OLD THIS A;LBUM IS A MUST HAVE IT TAKES YOU ON A JOURNEY TO A PLACE OF PEACE AND I FEEL LIKE I AM GOING BACK IN TIME BACK TO 1974 PUT ON SOME HEADPHONES DIM THE LIGHTS..............CARAVANSERAI IS A MUST LISTEN TO IT AND THEN LISTEN TO BORBOLETTA IM IN LOVE WITH THE ORGAN SOLOS IN MIRAGE IT IS INDEED INTOXICATING
Promise of a Fisherman...
4
By dead_head_8503
... is worth the price. Most of the rest leaves me cold. Caravanserai blows this away.
A beloved old album
5
By L G
This music takes me to another realm, also to other cultures. It's an album I've had and cherished for years and I was happy to find it here on itunes.
Great period for Carlos. Stong Album!
5
By J's Page
The reviewer needs to give it a break! Who cares how long it was on the charts when it came out. Critics have always misunderstood Carlos, and this album clearly is a case in fact! He makes the music he likes!! This album was and still is great. The music is even more accessable than it ever was. They said the same thing about Caravansari when it came out, "it didn't sound like the "Santana" they were used to. Ha! Another great album that has lasted the test of time! So there!
Probably The Best Early-Period Record.
5
By SIEBS
The reviewer's assessment of the album in question is unfair. This is probably one of Santana's best records. The musicianship, not to mention the songwriting, is fantastic apart from the monsterous guitar playing. Whether an album sells or charts has nothing to do with its quality. Don't be fooled by that foolish claim. You'll be missing out on a helluva lot of good music if you are.
