Ramazzotti's new 11 track material called Ali e radici (Wings and Roots), which was released on May 22, 2009, is produced by Eros as well as his long time musical partner Claudio Guidetti; in addition, six tracks are co-produced by Michele Canova. The first single "Parla Con Me" (Talk to Me), released on May 17, 2009, is a catchy pop song. His new album which is available in a standard edition as well as in a deluxe edition (the latter includes 64-page booklet of photographs).

Ali e Radici World Tour 2009/2010

Eros Ramazzotti is dressed by Dolce & Gabbana for his Ali e Radici world tour, starting in Rimini with over one hundred dates in major world cities. The wardrobe that Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana have designed exclusively for the tour of Eros provides custom t-shirts which include the graphic motifs of the Tour, cargo pants in black or khaki, jeans and denim shirts treated and subjected to various washes, biker jackets in leather in shades of black, red and military green.

Newest Single: Controvento

ancora non lo sai ma qualcosa dentro me si è spento è già un pò di tempo che cerco di parlarne a te non hai capito mai non vedevi il mio sfiorire lento tu non ti accorgevi che ogni giorno io mi staccavo sempre più da te ti volevo dire che tutto sta per finire ma ci sono parole che poi non riescono a uscire ti volevo dire di quando non mi bastavi e che più di una notte rientrando ho perso le chiavi per aprirmi a te per aprirmi a te e mi sono sempre più rinchiuso in me ho preso il volo ormai ora che sto andando controvento io non ci ripenserò questa volta no tu però ancora non lo sai ti volevo dire che tutto sta per finire ma ci sono parole che poi non riescono a uscire ti volevo dire di quando non mi bastavi e ché più di una notte rientrando ho perso le chiavi mentre tu perdevi me ti volevo dire che forse poteva andar meglio ma domani non sarò lì con te al tuo risveglio non sarò più lì non sarò più lì che è finita tu lo saprai così lo saprai così

you don't know yet but something inside me has been put out it has been a while that I try to talk to you about it you never understood you never saw that I was fading slowly you never noticed that every single day I got further and further away from you I just want to say that everything is going to come to an end but there are no words that I can say right now I just want to say that you were not enough for me and that more than once I lost my keys when coming back home at night to open up for you but I draw back to myself even more. By now I'm gone flying against the wind I won't change my mind again not this time but you don't know yet I just want to say that everything is going to come to an end but there are no words that I can say right now I just want to say that you were not enough for me and that more than once I lost my keys when coming back home at night while you were losing me I just want to say that everything could have gone better but tomorrow I won't be there when you wake up I won't be there any longer I won't be there any longer so you'll understand so you'll understand that it's over

Eros’ description of his new song:
“To take flight you have to head into the wind.
In a love affair you sometimes have to have the strength
and the courage to go against the wind if you want to fly again. With its R&B influence,
this track describes a relationship that has dragged on too long amidst misunderstandings
and incommunicability. A love story that dies a little more each day, until the bitter,
rather cowardly, end for the one who decides to leave. Just like that, without a word.”

Discography

Eros Luciano Walter Ramazzotti (born on October 28, 1963), known simply as Eros Ramazzotti, is an Italian singer and songwriter. Ramazzotti first took part in 1981 in a music contest called Voci Nuove di Castrocaro with the song "Rock 80" (written by himself) in front of various record label representative. Ramazzotti's first single "Ad un amico" (To a Friend) appeared in 1982 which was not successful. Soon after Eros met his mentor Renato Brioschi, who helped the young artist find his first success. In 1984 he took part at highly-regarded Sanremo Festival with his song "Terra promessa" (Promised Land), winning the competition for the category "Newcomers".[8] The song was then released Europe-wide. In 1985, once again Ramazzotti took part at the Sanremo Festival with his "Una storia importante". And for the third time in a row, Ramazzotti ended up at Sanremo Festival where he performed one of his most memorable singles, "Adesso tu"which Ramazzotti won the overall competition with. Eros Ramazzotti, who is one of the most popular artists in Italy, is well known not only in most non English-speaking European countries but also in most of the Spanish-speaking world, as he has released most of his albums in both Italian and Spanish. Since 1984, he has released 11 studio albums, one EP, two compilation albums, two live albums as well as 35 singles, all of which have charted noticeably high in many European countries as well as in South and Central America. Ramazzotti has sold over 40 million records in his 25-year career. Ramazzotti first gained international success in 1993, after the release of his Tutte storie, with which he managed to occupy the top five in every country wherein he had his previous albums released. After amassing six million in album sales of Tutte storie, in 1994 he got a record contract with BMG International. His success greatly lies beneath his unique voice which could be described as somewhat nasal but yet a bit aggressive at the same time and he always delivers catchy, melodic tunes throughout the refrains of his songs which are passionate autobiographical ballads often rich in soft-rock influence.

Interesting Facts

An American record producer Clive Davis advised him to hold a concert at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City, which Ramazzotti eventually did. Ramazzotti was the first Italian artist to perform at the renowned concert hall before a sell-out crowd. However, the Italian singer was later disappointed to learn that most of his audience was of an Italian descent.

In March 2006, Eros received the Italian Republic’s “Commedatore” honor.

In April 2008, Eros was awarded the prestigious National American Italian Foundation (NIAF) award in Hollywood for his work towards reflecting a positive Italian image abroad.

Eros is probably best known for his romantic love songs, unique voice and uncanny ability to evoke a depth of human feeling that can be felt even if you do not understand the language in which he sings.

Eros is a hug fan of soccer- he loves to watch and play. He plays on the team 'nazionale italiana cantanti' (National Italian Singers). The team is dedicated to help and fund various charities.

Along with Luca Bianchini, Eros wrote Lo Giuro. The book tells of his life and success through behaviors and anecdotes previously unknown. He decided to write the book because he doesn't think he properly expresses himself in interviews. The proceeds from the book benefited the 'Lega del Filo d'Oro'.

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