San Diego Arts and Culture Scene

The months of October and November are filled with concerts and theatrical events taking place in San Diego of special interest to the Italian-American community.

Italy’s star of pop and electric blues, Zucchero (“Sugar”) will make a San Diego appearance on Tuesday, October 16 at the House of Blues, located in downtown’s Gaslamp Quarter.

Born Adelmo Fornaciari in 1955 in Reggio Emilia, Zucchero began his musical career in the late 1970s and quickly rose to fame with a series of hits made popular at various Italian music festivals. In 1983 he recorded his first studio album entitled, Un Po di Zucchero. He competed at the San Remo Festival with the hit song, Donne, and produced an album, Rispetto, which topped the charts upon release.

Zucchero was key in introducing a blend of Italian pop and electric blues to the masses. During the late '80s and early '90s, he became one of the best-selling artists in Italy and a favorite all over Europe. He performed at the 1994 Woodstock Festival and appeared with Eric Clapton, Buddy Guy, the Scorpions, and Sheryl Crow, among others.

In 1992, Zucchero and Luciano Pavarotti together devised the concept of the Pavarotti & Friends charity gala. This concert, broadcast live around the world, was the first in a series of benefit concerts that are now held annually.

Don’t miss this opportunity to see an Italian musical icon! Tickets are available via Ticketmaster, 619 220-TIXS or on-line at hob.com.

Giovanna DiBona

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