: Initially, De André was hesitant about the collaboration, famously worrying that the band’s "watts" and loud drums would overwhelm his lyrics.
: A poetic fairytale that remains one of De André's most beloved hits. Release and Availability
: A joyful, funky version of the classic song, famous for the prominent violin work of Lucio Fabbri . Fabrizio De Andr C3 A9 e PFM - Il concerto ritr...
: A folk-style song about hypocrisy in a small town, featuring a nimble piano solo by Flavio Premoli.
: The partnership transformed De André's live sound from acoustic-folk to a more robust, rock-oriented style, paving the way for other Italian singer-songwriters to adopt similar transitions. : Initially, De André was hesitant about the
: While the tour resulted in two famous live albums, video footage was long thought lost until it was rediscovered in a private collection after 40 years. Film Content and Soundtrack
is a 2020 documentary film directed by Walter Veltroni that captures a landmark moment in Italian music history. The film centers on the recently recovered video footage of the historic January 3, 1979, concert at the Genoa International Fair, where the legendary singer-songwriter Fabrizio De André performed alongside the pioneering progressive rock band Premiata Forneria Marconi (PFM) . Historical Significance : A folk-style song about hypocrisy in a
The documentary features fully restored high-definition footage of the Genoa performance. It includes interviews with those who were there, such as (De André’s wife) and PFM members Franz Di Cioccio and Patrick Djivas , who reflect on the emotional and cultural weight of the tour. Key tracks featured in the concert include: