Santana: Shape Shifter Die Version auf CD in Standard- Auflage. Diese besondere Auflage wurde veröffentlicht in Europa im Verlag Starfaith In Zusammenarbeit mit Sony Music am 16. Mai 2012.

On "Shape Shifter", Carlos Santana fulfills a long-held wish: on the 36th album of his career, released for the first time on his own label Starfaith Records, Carlos Santana and his band, with the exception of one track featuring his two regular singers Andy Vargas and Tony Lindsay, play exclusively new instrumental tracks written over the past few years specifically for this project. Particular attention has been paid to the ordering of the album's individual tracks: the thirteen songs build on each other compositionally, creating a very special sonic picture. Carlos Santana's humanitarian approach is almost as well known as his songs - this album is dedicated by the musical icon to the American Indians. Product Information Shape Shifter is Carlos Santana's 36th album and is 13 instrumental tracks that span songs from the late 90s to the present day, featuring mostly original compositions that were stashed away for such an instrumental project. Each track is selected and sequenced by Carlos and Shape Shifter is a journey through Santana's soaring tones and driving beats to the beautifully crafted melodies that made Santana famous. The entire project features top-notch musicianship from the members of the Santana Band, who bring vitality and heart to every note. Band members include Benny Rietveld, Dennis Chambers, Raul Rekow, Karl Perazzo, Tony Lindsay, Andy Vargas, Chester Thompson and special guest Salvador Santana. Carlos dedicated the album to Native Americans. He says, , "I call on all countries (that have not yet done so) to recognize the first people of their country and make this a collective global effort." (santana. com) Review , "With the exception of ,,Erez La Luz" featuring regular vocalists Andy Vargas and Tony Lindsay, ,,Shape Shifter" has become a purely instrumental work - and in some ways a journey through Santana's universe and life." (Jazzthing, June-August 2012) "Yes, the genius of this man who created an unmistakable guitar sound shines through again and again." (Audio, July 2012) "The thirteen tracks flow relaxedly and will provide connoisseurs and connoisseurs alike with many a déjà vu experience." (Stereo Play, July 2012) "Neat, but also a little predictable. Perfectly executed..." (Good Times, August/September 2012)

Album Genres übergreifend Rock und Lateinamerikanische Musik.