Cuarteto Patria is a renowned musical group originating from Santiago de Cuba, founded in 1939 by Francisco Cobas la O, also known as Pancho Cobas. The original lineup included Emilia Gracia, Rigoberto Hechaverría (Maduro), and Rey Caney (Reinaldo Hierrezuelo la O). The ensemble initially focused on traditional trova, encompassing boleros and música campesina. Over time, the group evolved, with Eliades Ochoa joining and eventually leading the group from 1978. Under Ochoa's leadership, Cuarteto Patria expanded its repertoire to include son montuno, guaracha, and guajira, adding a danceable and African-influenced dimension to their music.

Despite its longstanding presence, the group gained international acclaim only after the release of the 1999 documentary film Buena Vista Social Club, which featured Ochoa prominently. This exposure led to increased album sales and international tours. The group's discography includes notable albums such as "A una coqueta" (1993), "The lion is loose" (1995), and "Sublime Ilusión" (1999), the latter earning a Grammy nomination.

Cuarteto Patria's lineup has seen various changes, with the current members including Eliades Ochoa (leader, vocals, guitar), Humberto Ochoa (second guitar, coro), Eglis Ochoa (maracas, güiro, coro), William Calderón (double bass), and Roberto Torres (bongos, conga, coro). Their music, deeply rooted in Cuban traditions, continues to resonate with audiences worldwide, as evidenced by their extensive international tours and accolades, including the Premio de la música de la Sociedad General de Autores y Editores de España (SGAE) y la Asociación de Intérpretes y Ejecutantes de España (AIE) in 2001 for the best album of traditional music.