5 Facts About the Making of Buena Vista Social Club
- Ry Cooder traveled to Havana, Cuba, in 1996 specifically to record the sessions.
- Cooder produced the album after visiting Havana and meeting the local musicians.
- The project brought together veteran Cuban musicians who had been largely forgotten.
- The recording sessions took place in Havana, capturing the authentic sound of traditional Cuban music.
- The album became a global hit, reviving interest in Cuban music and launching the careers of its elderly performers.