Soulful Santana

• 9.7
• Rock Music
• 8 Episodes
• 1 hr 50 minutes
• Framed By : Floyd Lover

EP 4 - Gabor Szabo's influence and legacy in his music

Carlos Santana reflects on Gabor Szabo's influence:
1. **Introduction:** Santana describes Gabor Szabo's music as "fantastic spellbinding."
2. **Discovery:** Recalls first hearing Szabo's "Boris I" at a friend's house, noting its impact on him.
3. **Musical Environment:** Reflects on the musical scene during 1966 and the transition of artists like The Beatles.
4. **Influence of Gabor Szabo:** Explains how Szabo's feedback differed from Jimi Hendrix's, using it as a drone influenced by Indian music.
5. **Live Experience:** Describes seeing Gabor Szabo at El Matador, highlighting his unique approach to songs.
6. **Szabo's Personality:** Discusses Gabor's focused and self-centric approach to his music.
7. **Unique Interpretation:** Emphasizes Szabo's ability to imprint his style on songs, creating a distinctive sound.
8. **Guitar Fingerprint:** Encourages musicians to discover their unique style and fingerprint on songs.
9. **Dance and Movement:** Describes Szabo's physical expression during performances, comparing it to Eric Clapton's tight dancing.
10. **Emotional Connection:** Discusses the emotional beauty of certain songs, highlighting the power of music to evoke feelings.
11. **Szabo's Influence on Santana:** Credits Gabor Szabo for being the exit from the BB King influence, expanding Santana's musical horizons.
12. **Continued Discovery:** Acknowledges ongoing self-discovery and the influence of various artists, including Gabor Szabo.
13. **Musical Philosophy:** Concludes with the idea that less is more, emphasizing the importance of exploration and individuality in music.