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" Guantanamera" (pronounced [ɡwantanaˈmeɾa]; Spanish for 'The woman from Guantánamo') [1] is a Cuban patriotic song, which uses a poem from the collection Simple Verses, by the Cuban poet José Martí, for the lyrics. It is an expression of love for Cuba and of solidarity with the poor people of the world.
"Guantanamera" (Héctor Angulo, Joseíto Fernandez, José Martí, Julián Orbón, Pete Seeger) 4:37 " Tshotsholosa " ( Todd Matshikiza / Pat Williams) 1:27 " We Shall Overcome " ( Guy Carawan , Frank Hamilton , Zilphia Horton , Pete Seeger) 5:58
Peter Seeger (May 3, 1919 – January 27, 2014) was an American folk singer-songwriter, musician and social activist. He was a fixture on nationwide radio in the 1940s, and had a string of hit records in the early 1950s as a member of The Weavers, notably their recording of Lead Belly's "Goodnight, Irene," which topped the charts for 14 weeks in 1950.
The "Guantanamera" hit group have a sure-fire sales winner in this, their debut LP which also includes their new single "Louie Louie". Produced by Tommy LiPuma, the album offers a most diversified program of fresh, creative ideas. The smooth blend of voices, backed by the Latin flavored arrangements throughout, makes it an intriguing package.
The discography of Pete Seeger, an American folk singer, consists of 52 studio albums, 23 compilation albums, 22 live albums, and 31 singles. Seeger's musical career started in 1940 when he joined The Almanac Singers . [ 1 ]
Though A Complete Unknown is about Bob Dylan, the film also dives deep into the life of Pete Seeger.. The folk singer was instrumental in discovering and mentoring Dylan, and the film follows how ...
Disc one: 1977 – 1987; No. Title Writer(s) Original release Length; 1. "Guantanamera" José Diaz, José Marti, Julián Orbón, Pete Seeger Los Lobos Del Este De Los Angeles (Just another band from East L.A.), 1978
This year's festival celebrated the 100th anniversary of the birth of the late Pete Seeger. The festival was canceled in 2016, signaling a period of financial challenges. The festival returned in ...