The Sandpipers (album)

The Sandpipers is the self-titled debut album by the American folk-pop group The Sandpipers, released in 1966 on A&M Records. The album features a mix of folk songs, pop standards, and original material, showcasing the group's signature harmonies and use of exotic instrumentation. Its most successful single was a cover version of the Cuban folk song "Guantanamera," which became a Top 10 hit in the United States and internationally. The album also includes versions of songs like "Kumbaya" and "Cuando Sali de Cuba." The Sandpipers' debut established their sound and launched them to widespread recognition.