In recent months, I have had the privilege of experiencing another intense chapter of my journey with Premiata Forneria MarconiThe Autumn–Winter 2025–2026 tour was a long, exciting journey, deeply human as well as musical, as always.
Each tour season has its own identity. Autumn brings a particular energy of fresh starts, theaters lighting up again after the summer, and an attentive, engaged audience. Winter, on the other hand, amplifies everything: the cold outside and the warmth inside the halls, the silence before stepping on stage, and the applause that resonates even louder when it’s been dark outside for hours.
For me, this season held an even deeper meaning. After the difficult summer episode of my hospitalization, returning to the stage was both moving and liberating. Getting back to performing after the summer felt like a true blessing, and I felt alive again: feeling the audience’s energy, the camaraderie with my bandmates, and the rhythm of the tour reminded me how vital music is—not only for those who listen, but also for those who live it every night.
We traveled through large and small cities, met new faces, and reconnected with longtime friends. Each evening was different, even within a well-established setlist. That’s the magic of a concert: the music is written, but the energy constantly changes. Some nights you can feel a collective breath, others the enthusiasm explodes from the very first song. In both cases, what comes from the stage is the result of a genuine exchange with those who are listening.
Every time, performing in such a historic band means facing an important repertoire each night, a musical tradition that has marked entire generations. It is a responsibility I feel deeply, but it is also a constant motivation to give my very best, to always seek the finest detail, the right sound, and the most authentic intention.
But a tour is not made only of lights and spotlights. Behind every concert there is an immense, silent, and tireless amount of work.
A huge thank you goes to the entire crew: the audio and lighting technicians, the backliners, the stage and front-of-house engineers, those who handle setup and load-out, those who drive for hundreds of miles, those who coordinate schedules, solve problems, and manage the unexpected. They are the invisible engine that makes all of this possible.
Every stage change, every soundcheck, every technical detail that works perfectly is the result of skill, dedication, and passion. The audience often only sees the final moment, the performance itself. But behind it, there are hours of work, effort, and focus. And above all, there is a close-knit team that shares miles, hotels, waiting, laughter, and fatigue.
The human dimension is what truly makes a tour special. A small traveling community is formed, where everyone has their role and mutual trust is essential. Knowing you can rely on professionals of this caliber brings peace of mind and allows us musicians to step on stage with a clear mind, ready to focus solely on the music.
I carry with me many images from these months: the packed theaters, the knowing glances on stage, the late-night chats after the concert. It’s an intense life, sometimes exhausting, but incredibly rich.
Thanks to everyone who came to listen and to those who have followed us for years.
Another season comes to a close, but the music, as always, continues its journey. And I am grateful to be a part of it, every night…
