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Sounds of Santana Starring Joe Cruz
Feb 18 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Dynamic Passionate Latin Rock
Guitarist Joe Cruz leads an electrifying seven-piece band as he passionately delivers the all-time favorite hits of Carlos Santana. Groove along with classics including ‘Black Magic Woman’ and ‘Oye Como Va’ as well as radio hits including ‘Smooth’ and ‘Maria Maria.’
Joe Cruz lead vocals, guitar
Jennifer Grimm lead, backing vocals
Brian Ziemniak keys
Jeff Bailey bass
Andrew Gillespie percussion
Joel Arpin percussion
David Anania drums
Joe Cruz is regarded as one of the most versatile and energetic multi-stringed instrumentalists on the Twin Cities music scene today. Throughout his 30-year career, this passionate musician has been involved with numerous groups and recording projects, developing a vast array of styles. On any given night he can be found playing anything from solo acoustic guitar to screaming electric, swinging with a jazz combo, picking mandolin in a bluegrass band or exploring Latin music on Cuban trés and Puerto Rican cuatro. Also a composer, Joe has an extensive repertoire of original song and instrumental compositions.