Celia Cruz - Herencia Africana (dj Jose Marquez Salsafrican Mix) May 2026

: A traditional African xylophone played by Balla Kouyaté .

: Marquez utilized original multitrack master tapes from the Fania archives, blending deep house sensibilities with organic Afro-Cuban rhythms. Themes and Significance

: By placing a classic vocal performance into a contemporary global club context (often categorized as "Global Bass"), the mix introduced Cruz’s legacy to a new generation of dancers. : A traditional African xylophone played by Balla Kouyaté

: The track explicitly discusses the African influence on Cuban music and culture.

The is a prominent remix of Celia Cruz's 1982 song that explores the deep connection between Salsa and its African roots. Originally recorded with La Sonora Matancera for the album Feliz Encuentro , the song was reimagined by producer Jose Marquez for the 2017 Fania Records compilation Hammock House: Santiago Sessions. Musical Composition and Instrumentation : The track explicitly discusses the African influence

Marquez's "Salsafrican Mix" intentionally bridges the gap between the Caribbean and the African continent by introducing traditional West African instruments:

Watch the official video for this remix, which showcases the rhythmic blend of Salsa and West African instrumentation: : A traditional African xylophone played by Balla Kouyaté

: A West African drum played by Sidy Maiga , which Marquez used to replace the original congas to emphasize the song's African identity.