Buena Vista Social Club was a legendary Cuban musical project that brought the golden era of traditional Cuban music back to the world stage. Formed in 1996 in Havana, the group united veteran musicians who had once performed in the famous Havana social clubs of the 1940s and 1950s. Their music blends classic Cuban styles such as son, bolero, danzón, and guajira, creating a timeless sound full of rhythm, nostalgia, and soul. The project gained international fame after the release of the album Buena Vista Social Club and the acclaimed documentary film directed by Wim Wenders. With iconic performers like Compay Segundo, Ibrahim Ferrer, and Omara Portuondo, Buena Vista Social Club helped introduce millions of listeners to the richness and elegance of traditional Cuban music.