Rita Pavone became a star in the 1960s – her meeting with Elvis changed her life forever
Rita Pavone was born in Turin, Italy, on August 23, 1945. Her father, Giovanni Pavoni, worked at the Fiat factory in the Italian city, while her mother, Maria, was a stay-at-home mother who raised Rita and her three brothers, Perio, Carlo, and Cicco. Rita Pavone – legendary Italiaan singerPavone was always destined to become a performer. She began...
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Elvis and His Italian Inspirations
Incredibly, August 16th will be the 34th anniversary of the passing of music’s most well-loved icon, Elvis Presley. His global popularity continues across generations of fans regardless. Much is known and written about the King of Rock and Roll. Yet less is known of the Italian influence – including inspirations Mario Lanza, Caruso, Sinatra and Mar...
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