David Brown is an American musician best known for his contributions as the bassist for the seminal rock band, Santana, during their peak years from 1966 to 1971 and again from 1973 to 1976. He played a significant role in shaping Santana's distinctive Latin rock sound, which amalgamated elements of rock and roll and Afro-Cuban rhythms. Brown's bass lines, featured prominently in influential works such as "Oye Como Va" and "Black Magic Woman," are characterized by their fluidity and rhythmic complexity. His work with Santana has left a lasting impact on the landscape of rock music.