Shaman (album)

Shaman is the nineteenth studio album by Santana, released in 2002. It continues the musical direction established by its predecessor, Supernatural, featuring a blend of Latin rock with pop and contemporary R&B influences. The album includes collaborations with a diverse range of artists, including Chad Kroeger of Nickelback, Seal, Plácido Domingo, and Michelle Branch.

Shaman explores themes of spirituality, love, and global unity. It incorporates elements of world music and Latin rhythms with contemporary rock and pop song structures. Musically, the album features Santana's signature guitar sound prominently, alongside a variety of percussive elements and vocal performances.

The album spawned several successful singles, including "The Game of Love" featuring Michelle Branch and "Why Don't You & I" (versions featuring both Chad Kroeger and Alex Band were released). Shaman was a commercial success, reaching high positions on music charts worldwide and earning multi-platinum certifications. It received mixed to positive reviews from critics, some praising its blend of genres and collaborations while others criticized it for sounding too commercially driven.

Key Personnel:

• Carlos Santana: Guitar
• Clive Davis: Executive Producer

Genre: Latin Rock, Pop Rock

Label: Arista