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Italian Song Challenge Day 15: Nek

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https://youtu.be/hqGiKdy8xjs This song was originally written by Italian writer and television personality Maurizio Costanzo for the 1960’s legend Mina. It became one of Mina’s most popular songs and was a real showcase for her immensely powerful voice. This cover by Nek flips the story of the song into a different perspective. Se telefondando (If calling…

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A little music therapy during lockdown in Sicily

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Of all the tools I have used to help me through this challenging lockdown time in Italy apart from friends and family, has been music. Music, with its unique kind of magic and, has been the one thing that has really helped to lift my spirits. After endless restless nights filled with fears, nightmares and…

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