About Los Zafiros
An extraordinary soundtrack to sixties Havana. Their incredible sound – the twang of electric guitar pop, the vocal virtuosity of doo-wop and R&B blended with a unique and imaginative re-reading of bolero, calypso, bossa-nova and the rhythmic heritage of Cuba still makes for incredible listening today.
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Bossa Cubana
July 2, 1999The mid-’60s Cuban vocal group Los Zafiros, featuring Buena Vista Social Club guitarist Manuel Galbán, reached pop-idol stature. This retrospective set, says The Observer (UK), showcases "the group’s finest moments, from doo-wop and R&B through to bolero, calypso and boss nova ...Whatever mode they choose, perfect harmony comes as standard."
