Rare archival concert footage of Grupo Síntesis performing live in Havana, Cuba, circa 1996-1997. Síntesis is one of Cuba's most innovative musical groups, pioneering a unique fusion of Afro-Cuban folkloric traditions with rock and progressive music elements.
Founded in 1976 by Carlos Alfonso and his wife Ele Valdés, Síntesis broke new ground by incorporating sacred batá drumming and Yoruba chants into contemporary rock instrumentation. Their experimental approach created a distinctive sound that bridged traditional Cuban music with modern influences, making them one of the most important groups of the Cuban Rock movement.
This concert captures Síntesis during their creative peak in the 1990s, showcasing the powerful blend of electric guitars, synthesizers, and traditional Afro-Cuban percussion that defined their revolutionary sound. The performance demonstrates why Síntesis remains influential in both Cuban and Latin American music history.