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

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

: 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 West African drum played by Sidy Maiga , which Marquez used to replace the original congas to emphasize the song's African identity. : The track explicitly discusses the African influence

: A traditional African xylophone played by Balla Kouyaté .

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 : A traditional African xylophone played by Balla Kouyaté

The lyrics, composed by , serve as a tribute to African heritage. The remix reinforces these themes by:

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

Watch the official video for this remix, which showcases the rhythmic blend of Salsa and West African instrumentation: