emotions and introspection between hits and new melodies

Intense emotions and intimate reflections enveloped Piazza Duomo during the Irama showcase, included in the municipal program “The magical events of Christmas in Messina”. The event focused on both the great successes and the songs from the latest album, “Antologia della vita e della morte”, published in October by Warner Music Italy.

The album, with a deeply personal tone, explores themes of memory, loss and rebirth, with prestigious collaborations including Achille Lauro, Giorgia, Davide Rossi – internationally renowned producer who has worked with Coldplay and Duran Duran – and Elodie, with whom Irama duets in “Ex”, one of the most broadcast singles of the year. From the new work also “Lentamente”, signed with Blanco, the ballad “Senz’anima” and “Tu no”. The evening started with the 2022 songs “5 drops” and “Ali”, continuing with “Galassie” from the new album. There was no shortage of pieces that marked his career: “The girl with the heart of tin”, “Ovunque ordini”, “Mediterranea”, “Nera” and “Hollywood”, the latter recorded with Rkomi in 2023.

Before the main exhibition, the artist was introduced by local talents: Gesuè Pagano and Annalaura Princiotto from Messina, and Giada Giordano from Milazzo, introduced by the journalist Giovanni Remigare.

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The highly anticipated concert did not disappoint expectations: Irama, 30 years old, retraced his career made up of participations in Sanremo, the victory in “Amici” in 2018 and a long series of successes. The crowd sang with him the great classics such as “Nera”, “Ovunque ordini”, “Mediterranea”.

“Messina beats to the rhythm of music – commented the mayor Federico Basile – Magical evening in the heart of our Christmas program with Irama as the absolute protagonist: the city has transformed into an incredible stage between real emotions, participation and great energy. Once again we demonstrate that Messina is lively, welcoming and ready to enhance every form of art and entertainment. Let’s continue together to make the city increasingly rich in emotions and protagonist of the music scene!”

And the festivities don’t end here: tomorrow, Monday 29 December, Piazza Duomo will host Francesco Gabbani. Basile added: “We are thrilled to host Gabbani in an evening that will enrich the city’s festivities. His music will involve a wide audience, making this moment even more special and offering an opportunity for citizens and tourists to meet and share.”