Grupo Compay Segundo – Booking

Spotify : 10k monthly listeners
Youtube : 10 millions views

(Updated 25/06/2026)

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A direct heir to the golden age of Cuban music, Grupo Compay Segundo has been preserving for over two decades the legacy of the legendary Compay Segundo, an iconic figure of Cuban son and a historic member of the global phenomenon Buena Vista Social Club. Born Máximo Francisco Repilado Muñoz, Compay Segundo left a lasting mark on Latin music history with timeless classics such as “Chan Chan”, one of the most internationally recognized Cuban songs, amassing hundreds of millions of streams across platforms and featured in countless global compilations.

The group was formed in the 1990s to accompany Compay Segundo on stage, at a time when the success of Buena Vista Social Club, awarded a Grammy and supported by producer Ry Cooder, brought traditional Cuban music back to the forefront of the global scene. The album Buena Vista Social Club (1997) sold over 8 million copies worldwide and became a cultural phenomenon, leading to a series of sold out international tours.

Following Compay Segundo’s passing in 2003, Grupo Compay Segundo continued under the direction of his son Salvador Repilado, with a clear mission to preserve the authenticity of Cuban son while keeping this repertoire alive on stages around the world. The group performs the master’s classics, “Chan Chan”, “Macusa”, “Veinte Años”, “El Camisón de Pepa”, while also presenting original compositions faithful to this musical heritage.

From the 2000s to the present day, the group has maintained an impressive touring pace, performing in over 50 countries and appearing at major world music, jazz, and Latin music festivals. They have performed at key events across Europe, Latin America, North America, and Africa, with notable appearances in prestigious venues and leading festivals. Their live performance is built around a traditional lineup featuring tres, guitar, percussion, and brass, with a unique ability to recreate the warm and unifying atmosphere of Cuban music.

Over the years, Grupo Compay Segundo has collaborated with numerous Cuban and international artists, continuing the musical connections initiated by Compay Segundo with figures such as Ibrahim Ferrer, Omara Portuondo, and Eliades Ochoa. This artistic continuity ensures rare authenticity while allowing the group to remain relevant to new generations.

In recent years (2020 to 2026), the group has maintained strong activity, with regular tours across Europe, particularly in France, Spain, and Italy, where Cuban music enjoys a loyal audience. Concerts are frequently sold out, driven by a timeless and cross generational repertoire. Streaming platforms also continue to sustain this legacy, with millions of monthly plays across the catalog associated with Compay Segundo and Buena Vista Social Club.

Today, Grupo Compay Segundo stands as a reliable choice for any cultural programming or event seeking to deliver an authentic, festive, and universal musical experience. Balancing living heritage with refined stage performance, the group embodies the very essence of Cuban son and continues to bring this legacy to international audiences more than 20 years after the passing of its founder.

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