Santana – Welcome (Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Santa Maria Pressing, Gatefold, 1973, Columbia PC 32445)

Why This Record Matters
Welcome expanded Santana's sound with a stronger emphasis on jazz fusion, Latin jazz, and spiritual themes. The album features collaborations with John McLaughlin and continues the band's exploration beyond traditional rock.

Collector Note
1973 US Santa Maria Pressing released on Columbia Records. Blending jazz-rock, Afro-Cuban rhythms, fusion, and Latin influences, Welcome represents one of Santana's most adventurous and musically ambitious studio albums.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
Media: VG with moderate signs of use.
Sleeve: VG with moderate handling and storage wear.
Gatefold sleeve.

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Santa Maria Pressing, Gatefold
Label: Columbia – PC 32445
Country: US
Released: November 9, 1973
Genre: Jazz, Rock, Latin, Funk / Soul
Style: Jazz-Rock, Latin Jazz, Afro-Cuban, Fusion, Samba

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Going Home 4:10
A2 Love, Devotion & Surrender 3:35
A3 Samba De Sausalito 3:08
A4 When I Look Into Your Eyes 5:49
A5 Yours Is The Light 5:44

Side B
B1 Mother Africa 5:54
B2 Light Of Life 3:49
B3 Flame-Sky 11:32
B4 Welcome 6:28

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping (when applicable).
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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