Paolo Conte
Paolo Conte is an Italian singer, pianist, composer, and lawyer notable for his grainy, resonant voice, his colourful and dreamy compositions and his wistful, sometimes melancholic lyrics.
Paolo Conte was born in Asti, Piedmont. His performing career began as a vibraphone player in local jazz bands. He began songwriting with his brother, guitarist Giorgio Conte early on, and eventually began writing songs of his own. As a poet, painter and lawyer as well as a musician, he first earned attention during the late 60s and early 70s as the creative force behind hits from Adriano Celentano and Patty Pravo. Conte began his solo career with a 1974 selftitled LP, with subsequent efforts like 1987s Aguaplano and 1990s Parole DAmore Scritte a Macchina enjoying considerable success throughout Europe. 1998s Paolo Conte, a greatesthits collection, was his first U.S. release. His compilation album is titled The Best of Paolo Conte.
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