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Fabrizio De André
Italian singer-songwriter (1940–1999) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Fabrizio Cristiano De André (Italian: [faˈbrittsjo de anˈdre]; 18 February 1940 – 11 January 1999) was an Italian singer-songwriter and the most-prominent cantautore of his time. His 40-year career reflects his interests in concept albums, literature, poetry, political protest, and French music.[1] He is considered a prominent member of the Genoese School. Because of the success of his music in Italy and its impact on the Italian collective memory, many public places such as roads, squares, and schools in Italy are named after De André.[2]
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Birth name | Fabrizio Cristiano De André |
Born | (1940-02-18)18 February 1940 Genoa, Kingdom of Italy |
Died | 11 January 1999(1999-01-11) (aged 58) Milan, Italy |
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Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter |
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Years active | 1958–1999 |
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Website | fondazionedeandre.it |
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