most important musical influence. His cover of Rodríguez's son has been described as "much more faithful to the original" when compared to the popular 1970s salsa renditions of Arsenio's songs. Critical reception Reviewing the album for Billboard, Michael Paoletta wrote: "Cuban pianist Rubén González is one of the most fluent and musically gifted players ever to take a seat at the 88s. Listen to González (…) and reflect on the hands and heart of this 80-year-old maestro. (…) He hadn't been active for over a decade when Juan de Marcos González came calling in '96 with his Afro-Cuban All Stars project, A Toda Cuba le Gusta. A rejuvenated Rubén has since released several albums. Chanchullo is a rewarding mix of Cuban styles, from son montuno to danzón, cha-cha-cha and descarga." AllMusic reviewer Stacia Proefrock commented: "González is an extremely fluid player and his sometimes complex improvisations seem to constantly come off without a hitch, which is amazing considering that he is in his eighties. The songs range from sweet and light to more passionate and forceful, but throughout, González's unique sense of joy shines through. This album also features a brief appearance from vocalist Ibrahim Ferrer, who gained fame with González through his work with the Buena Vista Social Club. That project has spawned a number of albums which, surprisingly, have nearly all been quality productions. This recording is certainly not the exception to the rule." In his review for fRoots magazine, Michael Stone stated: "With his second World Circuit release, septuagenarian pianist Rubén González further reveals a virtuoso blend of traditional Cuban danzón, bolero, cha-cha-cha and son with classical influences. (…) The saga of González's renaissance with the Afro-Cuban All Stars and Buena Vista Social Club projects is already the stuff of legend, and Chanchullo's vitality confirms his resonance with the steadfast spirit of Cuban popular music. (…) Would that González had developed his ideas more thoroughly, if only for their exquisiteness (…) But one hesitates to ask more of an album whose stately conception, relaxed take on tradition and effortless virtuosity confirm an enduring talent. Cuban vintage comes no better than this." In 2009, it was awarded a gold certification from the Independent Music Companies Association which indicated sales of at least 100,000 copies throughout Europe. Track listing The following track listing is documented in the sleeve notes: "Chanchullo" (Israel "Cachao" López) – 5:08 "De una manera espantosa"