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Zucchero Brings “Overdose D’Amore World Tour” to North America This Fall
Italian music icon Zucchero is set to bring his Overdose D’Amore World Tour to North America, kicking off October 17 in Monterey, California. The highly anticipated tour will continue with stops in San Francisco (10-18), Los Angeles (10-19), San Diego (10.22), Phoenix (10-24), and Las Vegas (10-25).
Widely celebrated as the maestro of Italian blues, Zucchero has captivated audiences worldwide with his powerful voice and soulful performances. This North American leg of the tour promises an unforgettable live experience for music lovers.
Pasta, Passion & Country Music: Tim McGraw’s Italian Heritage
Country superstar Tim McGraw’s roots stretch far beyond Nashville — all the way to Italy. His maternal grandfather, John Joseph D’Agostino, carried a proud Italian heritage as the son of Daniel Agusta D’Agostino and Elizabeth Isabella DeSilverstri. He’s mentioned growing up with the tradition of a big pasta dinner on Christmas Eve, which he continues with his own family. He's even stated that this homemade pasta dish takes him about three days to prepare and slow cook. That old-world lineage blends with McGraw’s Southern spirit, adding a dash of Mediterranean passion to the voice that’s captivated millions.
Big Announcement: FurnitureMadeInItaly.com Becomes Official Sponsor of Italian Radio USA!
We are thrilled to announce an exciting brand new partnership between Italian Radio USA, and FurnitureMadeInItaly.com (www.furnituremadeinitaly.com) the premier website promoting Italian design in the USA! Starting this September, Italian radio USA will broadcast advertisements to promote the FurnitureMadeInItaly.com project, an initiative dedicated to showcasing and supporting high-quality Italian furniture and the retailers who bring it to the U.S. market.
This collaboration marks a natural and powerful synergy. Italian Radio USA has built its name streaming authentic Italian music 365 days a year, highlighting the richness of Italian artistry and culture. Meanwhile, FurnitureMadeInItaly.com champions the elegance, craftsmanship, and timeless design of Italian furniture.
Together, they form the perfect duo: Italian music meets Italian design, celebrating and promoting the very best of Made in Italy in the American market.
Stay tuned, turn up the volume, and get inspired …because whether it’s in your living room or on your playlist, Italian excellence is just a click away.
Italian Radio USA + FurnitureMadeInItaly.com : One Mission. Two Icons.
Italian Radio USA makes listening to original Italian and Italian-American music VERY EASY. With just one click, you can start enjoying the best mix. No searching, no apps, no email, no sign-up, and no personal data required.
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Matteo Bocelli is on his Falling in Love World Tour across the United States, with dates in September, November, and December 2025. The tour kicks off on September 11 in New York City and concludes on December 19 in Huntington, NY. The tour is in celebration of his upcoming second studio album, Falling in Love, which is set to be released on September 12, 2025.
Tour Dates & Locations:
September 11, 2025: New York, NY – The Gramercy Theatre
September 16, 2025: Los Angeles, CA – The Sun Rose
November 29, 2025: Rancho Mirage, CA – The Show at Agua Caliente
November 30, 2025: Mesa, AZ – Mesa Arts Center
December 2, 2025: Cerritos, CA – Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
December 4, 2025: Napa, CA – Uptown Theatre
December 6, 2025: Park City, UT – Eccles Center
December 7, 2025: Denver, CO – Paramount Theatre
December 10, 2025: Madison, WI – The Orpheum Theater
December 12, 2025: Waukegan, IL – Genesee Theatre
December 13, 2025: Cincinnati, OH – Taft Theatre
December 16, 2025: Wilmington, DE – The Playhouse on Rodney Square
December 17, 2025: Red Bank, NJ – Count Basie Center for the Arts
December 19, 2025: Huntington, NY – The Paramount
Steven Tyler, the legendary frontman of Aerosmith, has roots that lead straight to the heart of Italy! Born Steven Victor Tallarico, his family hails from Cotronei in beautiful Calabria. From Italian passion to rock 'n' roll legend, his journey inspires us all!
Legendary Italian-American Singer Connie Francis Passes Away this Summer.
Connie Francis (born Concetta Rosa Maria Franconero) was an American singer of Italian descent who rose to international stardom in the late 1950s and 1960s. Celebrated for her powerful voice and versatility across pop, rock ’n’ roll, and traditional ballads, she became the top-charting female vocalist of her era. With Italian immigrant roots shaping both her identity and artistry, Francis recorded in multiple languages and captivated audiences worldwide. Over her career, she sold more than 100 million records, placing her among the best-selling music artists in history.
Mbrascatu upcoming Live performances Summer/Fall 2023. Mbrascatu was formed in 2010 in Portland, Oregon by Italian singer-songwriter and guitar player Andrea Algieri. They recorded their debut album, Mbrascatu (self titled) in 2012, followed by Tempo 2014, Elementi 2016 and Tutto Cambia 2021. Mbrascatu style blends numerous influences, including spaghetti Westerns, immigrant dance music of Eastern Europe, psych rock, folk, to create a unique music style, they infuses modern indie music with a global flavor.
MBRASCATU - Upcoming Live Performances
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August 6, Music in Park, Millenium park, Lake Oswego, 6pm
August 12 anfiteatro Luzzi-Sambucina, CS, Italy (SOLO)
August 20 Festa Italiana Portland
September 14, Mississippi Studios, Portland OR (Special Guest Edna Vasquez) 8pm
September 23/24 Festa italiana, Seattle, WA (SOLO)
October 7, Festa Italiana Reno NV
October 8, Festa Italiana Reno NV
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Coma_Cose announce a 2023 tour in the United States. The Milanese duo will perform on October 14 in Miami and on October 17 in Los Angeles. Coma_Cose is an Italian indie-pop, hip-hop musical duo formed in 2017 by Fausto Lama (Fausto Zanardelli) and California (Francesca Mesiano). Stay tuned for more dates and locations.
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Tony Bennett, the internationally famous singer whose voice epitomized the American Songbook, has died. He was 96.
Anthony Dominick Benedetto died July 21, 2023 in New York City. He was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2016, but his condition didn't stop him from occasionally performing live or releasing new music. He sold more than 50 million records worldwide and earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. His father, Giovanni, had emigrated from Calabria, Italy.
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Good news for Italian music. According to the first report by Siae and Italia Music Export, revenues from copyright from across the border are growing. Maneskin are confirmed as the most listened to Italian artists in the world, but classics and electronic music still play an important role. Alongside the Roman band, there are still many classics and milestones of Euro dance who continue to be a certainty for Italian music abroad, with the Eiffel 65 still among the most listened to in the world.
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Marco Mengoni wins Sanremo 2023. After five nights consisting of countless performances, notable acts, laughs and memories, Marco Mengoni has been crowned Sanremo winner with his song “Due vite”. The singer says the all-male final indicates "we still have a lot to do to change things in this country”.
Sanremo Music Festival is the most popular Italian song contest and awards ceremony, held annually in the city of Sanremo, Liguria
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