This ten-song sampler presents the best of
Santana
, 1969-71, the period of its greatest popularity. The hits include
"Black Magic Woman,"
"Evil Ways,"
"Everybody's Everything,"
and
"Oye Como Va."
But note that this is a bare minimum of prime
. Not only does the sampler choose from only
's first three albums, but it leaves out such seminal numbers as
"Nobody to Depend On"
"Soul Sacrifice."
Those looking for a more extensive overview should consider
Viva Santana!
~ William Ruhlmann