Santana will perform on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, starting with 9.30 pm, in Piazza Sordello, in Mantua, as part of the Mantova Summer Festival 2025. > Buy Your Ticket Now SANTANA Carlos Santana and his eponymous band have left an indelible mark on the music world, pioneering the fusion of Latin rhythms with rock, blues, and jazz. With a career spanning over five decades, Santana’s music transcends genres and generations, blending soulful guitar work, infectious percussion, and a spiritual connection to its audience. From their breakthrough at Woodstock in 1969 to their modern-day global influence, Santana remains a beacon of artistic integrity and innovation. Carlos Santana, born in Autlán de Navarro, Mexico, moved to San Francisco in the early 1960s, where he formed the Santana Blues Band. Influenced by his father, a mariachi musician, and the vibrant musical landscape of the Bay Area, he began shaping his distinctive sound. Combining Latin percussion with blues-based guitar solos, the band quickly garnered attention in the local music scene. Their big break came in 1969 when they performed at the iconic Woodstock Festival. Their electrifying rendition of Soul Sacrifice introduced audiences to a bold, new sound. That same year, the release of Read more [...]