Carlos Santana - Oneness Silver Dreams Golden Reality

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Review by Martina Schlager

Oneness: Silver Dreams, Golden Reality – Carlos Santana’s 1979 Cosmic Masterpiece Carlos Santana's Oneness: Silver Dreams, Golden Reality isn’t just an album; it’s more like a spiritual journey wrapped in sound. Released in Japan under CBS/Sony back in ‘79, this record is one of those rare gems that feels both timeless and kinda ahead of its time. It blends so many styles—Latin Rock, Jazz-Rock, Funk, Psychedelic Rock—it’s almost impossible to pin down. And honestly? That’s what makes it unforgettable. The first thing you notice when diving into this album is how lush it sounds. Clare Fisher’s arrangements are smooth as silk, while the production has this warm, glowing vibe that pulls you right in. But let me tell ya, two tracks hit especially hard for me: “Song for Devadip” and “Cry of the Wilderness.” “Song for Devadip” opens the album with this gentle yet cosmic energy. You can feel Santana pouring his soul into every note he plays on guitar. The melody floats around like clouds at sunset—soft but powerful enough to make your chest tighten. There’s something about the way the strings swell behind his solos that gives me goosebumps every single time. Like, wow, man, I swear I could listen to this track forever and still discover new layers. It’s meditative without being boring, emotional without being cheesy. Just… perfect. Then there’s “Cry of the Wilderness,” which hits totally different but equally deep. This one’s rawer, grittier. Armando Peraza and Raul Rekow lay down these hypnotic percussion grooves that grab hold of you from the start. When Santana starts wailing on his guitar, it’s like hearing someone scream their truth into the void. It’s messy, beautiful, and real—all rolled into one. By the end, you’re not sure if you wanna cry or dance or maybe do both at once. That’s the magic of Santana—he doesn’t just play music; he channels feelings straight from his heart to yours. What really stands out about this album is how much care went into making it. From Bob Venosa’s trippy artwork to Glen Kolotkin’s crystal-clear engineering, everything feels intentional. Even the little details, like Urmila Santana narrating on “Guru’s Song,” add this personal touch that makes the whole project feel alive. It’s clear everyone involved was vibing off each other, creating something bigger than themselves. But here’s the kicker: listening to Oneness today feels weirdly relevant. In a world where we’re all searching for connection and meaning, this album reminds us what truly matters—love, freedom, and staying true to who you are. Sure, some might call it hippie-dippy stuff, but damn if it doesn’t resonate. So yeah, Oneness: Silver Dreams, Golden Reality isn’t just another Santana album—it’s a reminder of why music exists in the first place. To heal. To inspire. To connect. And honestly? If you haven’t listened to it yet, you’re missing out big time. Oh, and fun fact: I bet even aliens would dig this album. Seriously. Try blasting “Cry of the Wilderness” next time you’re stargazing. Trust me, it works.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Guru's Song3:07
Cry of the Wilderness3:10
Guru's Song3:6
Cry Of The Wilderness3:10
Golden Dawn2:16
Jim-Jeannie03:30
Free As The Morning Sun3:14
Silver Dreams Golden Smiles4:8
Transformation Day
Life Is Just a Passing Parade5:14
Victory1:10
Jim Jeannie3:30
Transformation (Excerpt from Hovhaness' \3:44
Free as the Morning Sun03:16
I Am Free (Excerpt from the Soul-Bird)1:27
Oneness6:21
Free As the Morning Sun3:15
Song For Devadip5:05
Life Is Just A Passing Parade5:13
I Am Free1:25
Light Versus Darkness0:47
Song for Devadip5:3
Arise Awake2:5
The Chosen Hour0:35

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Catalog Numbers

25AP 1337

Labels

CBS/Sony

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Album
  • Gatefold

Companies

RoleCompany
Manufactured ByCBS/Sony Inc.

Credits

RoleCredit
Arranged ByClare Fisher
ConductorClare Fisher
Art DirectionJohn Paul Jones
ArtworkBob Venosa
DesignJohn Paul Jones
BassDavid Margen
DrumsGraham Lear
Electric PianoClare Fisher (tracks: A7, B5)
EngineerGlen Kolotkin
GuitarDevadip Carlos Santana
ChanterDevadip Carlos Santana
BellsDevadip Carlos Santana
VocalsDevadip Carlos Santana
KeyboardsTom Coster
SynthesizerTom Coster
Lead VocalsSaunders King (tracks: A7)
Rhythm GuitarSaunders King (tracks: A7)
ManagementBill Graham Management
Mastered ByPhil Brown
NarratorUrmila Santana (tracks: B8)
OrganChris Solberg (tracks: A5, B2)
PercussionArmando Peraza, Raul Rekow
Photography ByGeorge Long
PianoNarada Michael Walden (tracks: A9, B6)
ProducerDevadip Carlos Santana
StringsBob Levy (tracks: A6)
TimbalesGraham Lear (tracks: B4), Pete Escovedo (tracks: A6)
TypographyDouglas R. Meyer

Notes

  • A1 to A6 recorded live in Osaka, Japan.
  • A7 to B6 recorded at The Automatt.
  • Ⓒ1979 CBS, Inc.
  • ℗1979 CBS, Inc.
  • Manufactured by CBS/Sony Inc. (Tokyo Japan)

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (Side A): 25AP-1337A2 1 A 3
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B): 25AP-1337B1 1 A 8
  • Rights Society: JASRAC

About Carlos Santana

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Born 20 July 1947, Autlán de Navarro, Jalisco, Mexico. Brother of and uncle of . Santana is a veteran guitarist noted for his distinctive Tijuana jazz-influenced playing style. Born in Mexico, but resident in the USA from childhood, he has been the leader of the group since 1966. Originally the 'Santana Blues Band' they debuted, as Santana, at 's Fillmore West theater in San Francisco on June 16, 1968. His performance was recorded on film at the Woodstock Festival in August 1969 and, after the breakup of this original group, he worked and recorded with drummer . Carlos then formed a duo with , becoming a follower of guru Sri Chinmoy who countenanced them the titles 'Devadip' (the eye, the lamp, the light of God) and 'Mahavishnu' respectively. This duo recorded "Love Devotion Surrender" together. 'Devadip' Carlos Santana then worked with another religious disciple, Turiya Alice Coltrane, widow of . He ended his relationship with Chinmoy followers in 1982. From 1974 to 1999 Santana performed with a host of renowned musicians, regularly releasing albums over the years. Under his own label, Guts and Grace, he released a collaborative album, Brothers (1994) In June 1999 he released , the biggest hit of his career, winning eight Grammy Awards. In 2003 Rolling Stone magazine listed Carlos Santana at number 20 on their list of the 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time. In 2013 Carlos Santana earned the distinction of becoming a Kennedy Center honoree for his contribution to the arts. Carlos Santana teamed up in 2016 with two of the greatest living jazz musicians, saxophonist and keyboardist , in a new jazz-rock collective called Mega Nova that gave its debut performance on Wednesday, August 24 2016, at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. The group also features respected jazz bassist and Carlos' wife and current Santana drummer, -Santana.

Real Name

    • Carlos Humberto Santana Barragán

Name Vars

  • Anatnas Solrac
  • C Santana
  • C. Santana
  • C. Santanos
  • C.Santan
  • C.Santana
  • Carlos
  • Carlos Santanna
  • D. C Santana
  • D. C. Santana
  • D. Carlos Santana
  • D. Santana
  • D. V. Santana
  • D.C Santana
  • D.C. Sanata
  • D.C. Sanatana
  • D.C. Santana
  • D.C.Santana
  • D.Santana
  • DC Santana
  • Davedip Carlos Santana
  • De Vadio/C. Santana
  • Dervadio - C. Santana
  • Dervadio-C. Santana
  • Dervadio/Santana
  • Dervadlo-C. Santana
  • Devadio C. Santana
  • Devadio Carlos Santana
  • Devadip - Santana
  • Devadip C. Santana
  • Devadip Carlos Santana
  • Devadip Santana
  • Devadip carlos Santana
  • Devadip-Carlos Santana
  • Devadir Carlos Santana
  • Devapip Carlos Santana
  • H. Bastien
  • J. C. Santana
  • J.C. Santana
  • K. Santana
  • Paulla
  • Sanatana
  • Santana
  • SantanaC. Santana
  • Wendy Carlos
  • feat.
  • К. Сонтана
  • К.Сонтана
  • קרלוס סנטנה
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Aliases

  • A Friend
  • Devadip

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that Carlos Santana's 1979 album *Oneness: Silver Dreams, Golden Reality* blends an incredible mix of genres, from Latin Rock to Jazz-Rock and even Free Funk? It’s like a musical journey through different worlds. What’s wild is that it features contributions from so many talented artists—like Narada Michael Walden on piano, Armando Peraza on percussion, and even Urmila Santana narrating on one track. Plus, the artwork was designed by John Paul Jones, the same guy who played bass for Led Zeppelin! Talk about跨界collaboration at its finest.

Comments

eijrablaze14
eijrablaze14
2025-03-16
By this release Carlos Santana was engaged on a more self illuminating journey and wanting to make recordings without the constraints of a band or record label expectations. Having met spiritual guru Sri Chinmoy, he added the prefix "Devadip" to his name and began to explore his inner self. Yup it sounds corny, but the 'solo' albums Carlos released at this time (still actually supported by the band musicians of the same name) allowed him to explore a looser style than would otherwise have been the case. There are some schmaltzy moments that would better have been left off and put on a Herb Alpert record, but for the most part this is an impressive solo effort displaying virtuosity, soul, and a sense of relaxed playing far away from the corporate expectations then associated with the "Santana" brand. The solution, on adequate display here, was to release records under the eastern "Devadip" moniker. It wasn't a great marketing ploy but it got the man back to doing what he did best - make records with a sense of freedom. Oneness then is an essential and mellow part of the Santana output and should not be discounted for fans of purely the band and not the solo stuff. In all but name, this is a Santana record, and a welcome and underrated one at that.
felidaespawdaily
felidaespawdaily
2025-03-13
Beautiful sog from one of the last beautiful Lp of Devadip Carlos Santana .