HIP HIP HIP: Netflix is set to premiere *Carlos: The Santana Journey*, a groundbreaking documentary that offers an intimate and exhilarating look into the life and legacy of legendary guitarist Carlos Santana. Directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Rudy Valdez, the film chronicles Santana’s transformation from a 14-year-old street musician in Tijuana to a 10-time Grammy-winning global sensation. With unprecedented access to archival footage and personal insights, the documentary provides a comprehensive portrait of an artist whose music transcends borders and genres.
### A Visionary Collaboration
The documentary is the result of a partnership between Imagine Documentaries and Sony Music Entertainment. Executive producers include Academy Award-winning filmmakers Brian Grazer and Ron Howard, known for their work on *A Beautiful Mind* and *Apollo 13*. The project is co-financed and distributed through Sony Music Entertainment, ensuring a wide-reaching platform for the film’s release.
### Unveiling the Man Behind the Music
*Carlos: The Santana Journey* delves deep into Santana’s personal and professional life, offering viewers a rare glimpse into his experiences and creative process. The film features never-before-seen archival footage and music, providing an intimate and exhilarating look inside the mind of an elemental force of contemporary music. It tells the incredible story of Santana’s life—from a fourteen-year-old street musician to a ten-time Grammy-winning and three-time Latin Grammy-winning global sensation.
### A Legacy of Musical Innovation
Carlos Santana’s impact on music is immeasurable. He is celebrated for pioneering a fusion of rock, blues, jazz, and Latin rhythms, creating a sound that resonates with audiences worldwide. His groundbreaking album *Supernatural* (1999) garnered nine Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year and Record of the Year for the hit single “Smooth” featuring Rob Thomas. Santana’s contributions to music have earned him numerous accolades, including induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Kennedy Center Honors.
### A Global Premiere Event
Before its Netflix debut, *Carlos: The Santana Journey* will have a global theatrical release. The film will premiere in select cinemas worldwide on September 23, 24, and 27, with an exclusive introduction featuring Santana and director Rudy Valdez. Tickets for the global premiere will go on sale on August 24 at [www.CarlosFilm.com]
### Anticipation and Impact
The announcement of the documentary has generated significant excitement among fans and critics alike. Kymberli Frueh, Senior Vice President of Programming and Content Acquisitions for Trafalgar Releasing, expressed enthusiasm about the project, stating, “Carlos Santana is among the elite musicians who has transcended decades and generations. From his performance at Woodstock to his ’90s epic album ‘Supernatural’ —this documentary delves into his journey of becoming one of our greatest guitar legends.
As the premiere date approaches, anticipation continues to build for a documentary that promises to be as transformative and enduring as Santana’s music itself.
*Carlos: The Santana Journey* is more than just a film; it’s a celebration of a musical icon whose influence has shaped the soundscape of contemporary music. With its compelling storytelling and unparalleled access to Santana’s life and work, the documentary is poised to captivate audiences and inspire future generations of musicians and fans.
