Artist page · 06/07/2026
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Five key LPs blending Afro-Cuban rhythms and classic son — recent reissues surface regularly.
Compay Segundo is recognized for his contribution to Cuban traditional music, primarily son and trova. He was noted for inventing the armónico, a seven-string guitar variant. His discography includes several studio and live albums with themes revolving around Cuban folk and Afro-Cuban jazz. His albums have frequently been reissued on vinyl, often with stereo sound and pressed by notable labels like Warner Music Spain.
His influence extended beyond Cuba, gaining worldwide respect through collaborations and revival projects including involvement with the Buena Vista Social Club ensemble. His unique sound is characterized by a blend of guitar, vocals, and traditional Cuban percussion.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Not Now Music · 2010
Warner Music Latina · 2004
Gasa · 2002
Nonesuch · 2000
Gasa · 1999
Gasa · 1998
Egrem · 1998
Edenways · 1997
Gasa · 1996
Gasa · 1996
PM Records · 1992Playlist
The tracks that sum up Compay Segundo's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A collection showcasing Compay Segundo’s collaborations with other key Latin and Afro-Cuban artists, featuring 16 tracks including “Chan Chan.”
Reissue of this 2000 album blending Cuban son with world music, including signature tracks like “La Negra Tomasa” and “Guantanamera.”
A 1999 album remastered and reissued on vinyl in Spain, mixing Afro-Cuban jazz and Latin son styles, includes the famous “Chan Chan.”
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Artists who share part of Compay Segundo's musical DNA.
Collectors
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
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Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
I will live to 115 years old, smoking a cigar a day.— Compay Segundo
Compay Segundo invented the armónico, a seven-string guitar derived from the traditional tres, expanding tonal possibilities in Cuban son.
In 1997, Compay Segundo participated in the Buena Vista Social Club project produced by Ry Cooder, which brought Cuban son music to global audiences.
'Yo Vengo Aquí' was released in 1996 and is noted as one of Compay Segundo’s gold-certified albums blending son, bolero, and guajira styles.
Released in 2004, this live album captures Compay Segundo’s Afro-Cuban jazz performances featuring extended versions of classics including "Chan Chan."
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Compay Segundo was a Cuban musician known for his guitar playing and singing in the son and trova styles.
The armónico is a seven-string guitar variant derived from the tres, invented by Compay Segundo to expand musical range.
It was released in 1996 and is a notable album featuring son, bolero, and guajira Cuban music styles.
'Chan Chan' is one of his most famous songs, popularized worldwide especially through the Buena Vista Social Club project.
Yes, several reissues of his albums such as 'Calle Salud' and 'Las Flores De La Vida' are available on vinyl in France and Europe.
He was born in Siboney, near Santiago de Cuba, Cuba, on November 18, 1907.
He played Cuban son, trova, bolero, guajira, and Afro-Cuban jazz styles across his career.
Warner Music Spain has reissued several of his key albums on vinyl recently.
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