Size: 258 MB
Time: 36:58
File: Flac
Released: 2025
Styles: Blues
Art: Front
1. Nun Me Scoccià (feat. Robben Ford) (4:33)
2. A Me Me Piace 'O Blues (feat. Mario Insenga) (3:54)
3. Ue Man! (feat. Raiz) (4:25)
4. Ce Sta Chi Ce Penza (feat. Peppe Barra, Robben Ford) (4:10)
5. Maronna Mia (2:37)
6. Yes I Know My Way (feat. Robben Ford) (3:34)
7. Puozze Passà 'Nu Guaio (feat. Raiz) (3:39)
8. 'Na Tazzulella 'E Cafè (feat. Mario Insenga) (3:26)
9. Je So' Pazzo (3:46)
10. I Got The Blues (2:50)
BLUES FOR PINO: the new album by guitarist Osvaldo Di Dio is a tribute to the music of Pino Daniele, between blues in a modern key and Neapolitan tradition, with the collaboration of Chris Kimsey (Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd)!
In the album, the historic musicians of the legendary Neapolitan singer-songwriter are back together after 40 years, accompanied by extraordinary guests such as Robben Ford, Peppe Barra, Raiz and Mario Insenga, for a unique journey between roots and new sounds.
After the great success of the concert on January 9 at the Blue Note in Milan (produced by Barley Arts), which thrilled the audience with two sold-out sets, "Blues For Pino" was released on January 10, the album available in CD and digital version, published by ODD Music and distributed by Warner Music Italy. Conceived and produced by Osvaldo Di Dio, Neapolitan guitarist, singer and producer, the album celebrates the art and genius of Pino Daniele, reinterpreting his unmistakable blues in a contemporary key, with an authentic and passionate vision.
Osvaldo Di Dio has built this work with a deep artistic and personal bond: from the use of Pino Daniele's legendary semi-acoustic Gibson - played in I Got the Blues - to the cover of the record. In this project, Osvaldo had the privilege of playing a special guitar: the Gibson ES-175/CC used by Pino to record Nero a metà , Vai mò and Bella 'mbriana, as well as on their respective tours between 1980 and 1982. Subsequently, Pino Daniele gave this guitar to Eros Ramazzotti, who decided to make it available to Osvaldo, appreciating the project and believing in the value of this musical tribute. Alongside the Gibson, Di Dio also used his inseparable 1962 Fender Stratocaster.
The album's cover image depicts a boy with a guitar sitting on the steps of an alley in Naples, near Pino's home as a child, in Piazza Santa Maria La Nova, while other guagliuncielli play football in the background: a symbol that recalls the artist's childhood, but also Di Dio himself, who grew up with the dream of following in the footsteps of the master and today at the helm of a tribute as respectful as it is surprising and vital.
The recordings of Blues For Pino, which began at the Splash studios in Naples and ended at Eastcote Studios in London under the supervision of Chris Kimsey, producer and sound engineer for the Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd, added further international value to the project. Among these, the sessions dedicated to Robben Ford's guitars and Osvaldo's voices, personally curated by the British producer, stand out.
At the center of Blues For Pino there is an exceptional line-up made up of Pino Daniele's historical musicians: Gigi De Rienzo on bass, Ernesto Vitolo on keyboards, Rosario Jermano on percussion and Lele Melotti on drums. A group whose members have marked an era with iconic albums such as Terra mia, Pino Daniele, Nero a metà , Bella 'mbriana, Ferryboat, Mascalzone latino, Un uomo in blues, Sotto 'o sole, Che Dio ti benedica and Non calpestare i fiori nel deserto, and who return to the studio for the first time since then to reinterpret timeless songs such as Je so' pazzo, Nun me scoccià , A me me piace 'o blues and the single Yes I know my way (feat. Robben Ford), presentedby Nick The Nightfly and in rotation on Radio Monte Carlo as part of his Monte Carlo Nights broadcast.
Alongside this fantastic band, guests of international caliber and protagonists of the Neapolitan scene stand out: the legendary American guitarist Robben Ford, the master of the Neapolitan tradition Peppe Barra, the deep voice of Raiz and the timeless charisma of Mario Insenga.
On the live side, the group has participated in the last two years in some of the most prestigious festivals in the country: Comfort Festival in Milan, together with the guitar legends Steve Vai and Joe Satriani, Moncalieri Jazz Festival, Torrita Blues Festival, Napoli Blues Festival, Pescara Jazz, Aglientu Blues Festival, Joe's Blues Festival, Arezzo Music Fest, Armonie D'Arte Festival. It also replicated the success of 2025 at the Blue Note Milano with four sold out sets on February 17 and 18, 2026, the February 17 concert was broadcast live on Radio Monte Carlo.
With Blues For Pino, Osvaldo Di Dio signs a project that combines roots and innovation, accompanying the strength of Pino Daniele's blues with the vitality of a new interpretation. A bridge between past and present, a must for those who love the legendary Neapolitan singer-songwriter and the art of sound in general, capable of thrilling with the energy and sensitivity of musicians with a capital "m" who continue to bring the Neapolitan spirit around every corner of the world, without ever ending it.
Blues For Pino FLAC