In 1996, British record producer Nick Gold, roots rock guitarist Ry Cooder, and bandleader Juan de Marcos González organized the Buena Vista Social Club to revive popular Cuban music of the 1940s. Taking the name from a long-gone Havana music venue, the trio recruited veteran musicians from back in the day—some of whom had been retired for many years—to bring son, bolero, and danzón music to the masses. You may be familiar with the ensemble if you've seen Wim Wenders' 1999 critically acclaimed documentary, Buena Vista Social Club, which follows the band's formation. The band's current iteration is led by trombonist Jesus “Aguaje” Ramos, who directs key players from throughout Buena Vista Social Club history to continue the group's legacy. by Audrey Vann