Canto - Los Super Seven
User Score
8.0 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 16 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 16
  3. Negative: 3 out of 16

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  1. LatinG.
    Feb 22, 2006
    0
    I'd just like to point out that this gets a 90 even though its highest ranking is 90, and the majority are lower. It seems that the last four reviews count for ZERO? I know metacritic weights different reviewers based on their influence, dependability, etc. but how could this get a 90, mathematically speaking, unless the last four reviewers (which include billboard, a not unfluential outfit) COUNT FOR ZERO (or, at least, less than what little it would take to drag down this 90 a bit)? Someone show me what I'm missing. Why do these craptacular carribeans have one of the highest rated albums on this site? 90+90+90+83+80+80+75 divided by 7 = 84… Expand
  2. BenT
    Feb 9, 2003
    2
    The individuals do better when they stick to their own material.
  3. MelodyS.
    May 31, 2001
    9
    Raul Malo, Rick Trevino and Ruben Ramos are the highlights of this cd.
  4. RichardD.
    May 1, 2002
    9
    Album is worth it just for the tracks featuring Raul Malo. It is an absolute delight.
  5. SunilRS.
    Jul 13, 2007
    10
    The Veloso and Baca tracks are sizzling and evoke their solo efforts. Calle 16, Compay Gato, and Teresa are great Latin numbers, and the Mexican flavot of El Pescador and Maiz is right on. Better than the debut album, which is close to unbelievable but yes they achieved it.
  6. LindaW
    Feb 19, 2003
    10
    Even if you do not understand Spanish, if you enjoy great music, this is the CD you want. Also buy the video, No Borders.

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Metascore
91 out of 100

Universal acclaim - based on 7 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. CDNow
    80
    A lush cruise through the Caribbean's romantic songwriting traditions with some additional stops in South America.
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  2. Sonicnet
    90
    Comparisons will inevitably be made between Canto and the Buena Vista Social Club disc, but the most significant similarity is that they both feature great songs and terrific musicianship.
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  3. Billboard
    80
    Canto is a passionate mix of originals and material drawn from the traditions of Mexico, Cuba, and Peru.
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