The Harvard Crimson

‘Smooth’ Single Review: A Much-Needed Trip Back to the Early 2010s

Drew Taggart and Alex Pall — better known as The Chainsmokers — remind us that they are, in fact, “working overtime” with their newest single “Smooth,” a classic yet refreshing track from the EDM ...
American Songwriter

The Story Behind “Smooth” by Santana and the Superstar Rob Thomas Originally Wanted to Have Sing It

When Santana released their 1999 album Supernatural, the band had not had a Top-40 hit or a Gold or Platinum album in 17 years. The album broke that commercial slump in a big way, and in no small part ...
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How Santana's 'Smooth' became their first No. 1 hit after 30 years

For rock band Santana, the first No. 1 hit song was a long time coming. The group, led by Carlos Santana, first appeared on the Billboard Hot 100 music chart in 1969 with the song "Tango." Santana ...
The New York Times

The Tao of ‘Smooth,’ Rock’s Enduring, Inescapable Earworm

Santana’s track featuring Rob Thomas turns 25 this week. Why is it still a rock blockbuster? By Rob Tannenbaum See more of our coverage in your search results.Encuentra más de nuestra cobertura en los ...