Zucchero

Zucchero’s music is largely inspired by gospel, soul, blues and rock music, and alternates between Italian ballads and more rhythmic R&B-boogie-like pieces. He is credited as the “father of the Italian blues”. Zucchero is one of few European blues artists who enjoy huge international success. He has sold over 50 million records worldwide and has achieved numerous awards, including a Grammy nomination. He has collaborated and performed with many famous artists, including Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Brian May, Miles Davis, Ray Charles, B.B. King, Sting, Bono, Paul Youngm Peter Gabriel, Luciano Pavarotti, Andrea Boccelli, and many others.