Carlos Santana's band Santana rose to prominence following a highly acclaimed performance at the Woodstock Festival on August 16, 1969. This performance helped the band gain significant attention in the music world.
Carlos Santana and his band released their self-titled debut album 'Santana' in 1969. It went on to become a commercial success, reaching the fourth spot on the U.S. album charts and was eventually certified 2x Platinum by the RIAA.
On September 23, 1970, Santana released their second studio album 'Abraxas'. The album was a massive success and contained hits such as 'Black Magic Woman' and 'Oye Como Va'. It reached number 1 on the album charts.
In 1991, Carlos Santana collaborated with Paul Reed Smith Guitars to introduce the PRS Santana I and Santana II models, which marked the beginning of a long-term endorsement and development of distinctive signature guitars.
Carlos Santana received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1997, in recognition of his achievements in the music industry.
After several years of lower-profile releases, Santana's album 'Supernatural' was released on October 19, 1998. It marked a significant return to form and commercial success, featuring collaborations with various artists.
Santana's 'Supernatural' won eight Grammy Awards at the 42nd Annual Grammy Awards on February 23, 2000, including Album of the Year and Record of the Year for 'Smooth'. This tied the record for most awards won by a single album at any one Grammy ceremony.
On February 23, 2013, it was announced that the classic lineup of Santana would reunite for a new album, 'Santana IV'. This marked the first time in 45 years that this lineup recorded together.
The 'Santana IV' album, featuring the reunion of the classic Santana lineup, was released on April 15, 2016, to positive reviews and chart success.
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