#1 · 1999
Signature album featuring son, bolero, and guajira styles; a Record Store Day reissue is prized among collectors.
11 tracksStereoMultiple vinyl versionsWorld Circuit label
Artist page · 07/07/2026
Ibrahim Ferrer
Ibrahim Ferrer, born 1927 in San Luis, Cuba, was a Cuban singer whose repertoire spanned son cubano and bolero styles. His career included key collaborations from the 1940s onwards, gaining global recognition late in life.
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About
Ibrahim Ferrer, Cuba's son and bolero voice from San Luis to world stages.
Three notable LPs including 1999's debut and 2003's Latin Grammy winner — vinyl collectible with reissues across Europe and the US.
Ibrahim Ferrer began his musical journey in 1940, co-founding Los Jóvenes del Son at just 13. His voice later became a pivotal part of projects with the Afro Cuban All Stars and the Buena Vista Social Club. Following decades in Havana's music scene backing acts like Benny Moré, Ferrer recorded a Grammy-nominated album with Afro Cuban All Stars and gained wider solo acclaim in the late 1990s.
His discography on vinyl includes notable albums such as "Buena Vista Social Club Presents Ibrahim Ferrer" (1999), "Buenos Hermanos" (2003), and "Mi Sueño" (2007), with reissues available on LP featuring genres from traditional son to bolero, and styles reflecting Cuban roots blended with jazz influences.
Discography
Ibrahim Ferrer discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
World Circuit · 2007Mi Sueño
Studio
Nonesuch · 2003Buenos Hermanos
Studio
World Circuit · 1999Buena Vista Social Club Presents Ibrahim Ferrer
StudioPlaylist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Ibrahim Ferrer's career.
01
Aquellos Ojos Verdes
Buena Vista Social Club Presents Ibrahim Ferrer · 1999
02
Bruca Maniguá
Buena Vista Social Club Presents Ibrahim Ferrer · 1999
03
Marieta
Buena Vista Social Club Presents Ibrahim Ferrer · 1999
04
Silencio
Buena Vista Social Club Presents Ibrahim Ferrer · 1999
05
Guateque Campesino
Buena Vista Social Club Presents Ibrahim Ferrer · 1999
06
Herido De Sombras
Buena Vista Social Club Presents Ibrahim Ferrer · 1999
07
Dos Gardenias
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08
Mami Me Gusto
Buena Vista Social Club Presents Ibrahim Ferrer · 1999
The essentials
The 3 Ibrahim Ferrer albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2003
Award-winning album with traditional son and guaguancó influences; issued as a remastered special edition in Europe and the US.
13 tracksStereoRemastered editionWorld Circuit label
#3 · 2007
Later solo work mixing bolero with son and guajira styles; original US pressing available on World Circuit label.
12 tracksStereoOriginal US pressingWorld Circuit label
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Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Ibrahim Ferrer
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Music is the language of the soul; to sing son is to tell the story of Cuba itself.— Ibrahim Ferrer
01Concert
Last concert at Jazz in Marciac Festival
In August 2005, Ibrahim Ferrer performed at the Jazz in Marciac festival in France shortly before his death, marking one of his last live appearances on European soil.
02Collaboration
Recording with Afro Cuban All Stars in 1996
Ferrer recorded the album "A Toda Cuba Le Gusta" with Afro Cuban All Stars in 1996, a project that was nominated for a Grammy Award, blending traditional Cuban son and vibrant group arrangements.
03Studio Album
Debut solo album produced by Ry Cooder
In 1999, Ry Cooder produced Ferrer's first solo album, "Buena Vista Social Club Presents Ibrahim Ferrer", which showcased his distinctive voice and reintroduced Cuban son to international audiences.
FAQ
FAQ: Ibrahim Ferrer on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who was Ibrahim Ferrer?
Ibrahim Ferrer was a Cuban singer known for son cubano and bolero, born in 1927 in San Luis, Cuba, with a career spanning from the 1940s until his death in 2005.
What are Ibrahim Ferrer's most important albums on vinyl?
Key vinyl albums include "Buena Vista Social Club Presents Ibrahim Ferrer" (1999), "Buenos Hermanos" (2003), and "Mi Sueño" (2007), available in various reissues worldwide.
What labels released Ibrahim Ferrer's vinyl records?
Major labels for his vinyl releases include World Circuit and BMG Rights Management, with pressings issued primarily in the US, Europe, and the UK.
What music genres define Ibrahim Ferrer's style?
His music blends son cubano, bolero, guajira, and Afro-Cuban jazz styles, reflecting a deep connection to traditional Cuban music.
Are original pressings of Ibrahim Ferrer's albums rare?
Original pressings from the late 1990s and early 2000s, particularly those on World Circuit, are sought after by collectors but generally accessible in reissue formats.
Where can I find reissues of Ibrahim Ferrer's vinyl albums in France?
French record stores commonly stock reissues of "Buenos Hermanos" and "Buena Vista Social Club Presents Ibrahim Ferrer", thanks to European remastered and special editions.
What is the significance of the album "Buenos Hermanos"?
"Buenos Hermanos" won a Latin Grammy for Best Traditional Tropical Album in 2003, highlighting Ferrer's continuing influence in traditional Latin music.
How long are the tracks on "Mi Sueño" vinyl album?
"Mi Sueño" features 12 tracks, mostly between 3 to 5 minutes each, blending son, bolero, and guajira styles across roughly 45 minutes of music.
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Last updated: 07/07/2026