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Mike Shrieve

American musician
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Mike Shrieve is an American musician known for his work as a drummer in the band Santana. He was a founding member of the group, which formed in San Francisco in 1966. Santana gained significant fame after their performance at the Woodstock festival in 1969.

The band is recognized for blending rock music with Latin American music, incorporating salsa and mambo percussion styles. Shrieve's drumming contributed to Santana's early success, including their hit albums like Santana (1969) and Abraxas (1970).12

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