Santa Esmeralda

Multinational Disco Group with Flamenco Flair

Santa Esmeralda is a U.S./French disco group that gained prominence in the 1970s. The band was formed by French producer Nicolas Skorsky and songwriter Jean Manuel de Scarano, who were instrumental in crafting its distinctive sound. Santa Esmeralda is best known for their hit disco rendition of the song "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood," which they merged with an original piece called "Esmeralda Suite." This track featured on their debut album, which was also titled "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood," released in 1977. The band's music is characterized by its unique blend of Latin, disco, and rock elements, and they often incorporated flamenco guitar and rhythms into their arrangements.