Mambo Italiano

The hub and I thoroughly enjoyed Patrizio Buanne's concert on Thursday night. Just one word: AWESOME. 

Ever the consummate performer, the multi-talented Patrizio wowed us with his incredible pitch-perfect vocals, sensual dance moves and dazzling showmanship. Not surprisingly, 60% of the audience comprised of women mostly aged 30 and above, and many were mesmerised by his sexy, smoking 'come-hither' bedroom eyes and smothering good looks. 

Patrizio opened with "Americano" and most of the songs he sang, including the groovy "Mambo Italiano" were from his third and latest album Patrizio although he did perform a few old favourites like "Il Mondo", "Bella Bella Signorina", "Forever Begins Tonight, "Un Angelo" (Angels) and "Let's Make Love". 

What made the lively concert unforgettable was Patrizio's passion for music and his emotional connection with the audience. He showcased his boyish sense of humour and charming personality when he bantered away to his audience in between songs. The 32-year-old Italian has obviously perfected the art of seducing the camera to present his best features: his deep-set grey-blue eyes which sent many hearts a-fluttering. 

Here are some photos taken during the fantastic concert:

After the concert, we even decided to stand in line to get Patrizio's autograph on a special edition CD and poster. As my cramped toes needed a little breather (not used to wearing 3-and-a-half inch heels), I sat at the side bench while the hub queued up and it was quite hilarious to see him standing there with so many women who were deep in discussion on how they would approach Patrizio for photos. There were, of course, several other men milling around who looked completely bored to tears. They were probably dragged down to accompany their Patrizio-smitten wives or girlfriends - probably in exchange for permission to watch all the World Cup matches.

I suspect the hub was in front of some ardent Patrizio fan club members (they look older than my mum!) as they were wearing Patrizio badges and sharing excitedly about how they met him at previous concerts. When one of Patrizio's musicians walked past, these ladies gesticulated wildly and even called out his name. He came over with a wine glass in his hand and spoke to them, even posing for pictures with the excited bunch.

Then the man-of-the-moment appeared and almost every single lady in the line whipped out their cameras and screamed his name in delight. Nobody fainted or held up home-made "Marry Me!" signs though - I guess most of his fans are mature and affluent, with a certain status to maintain :) The hub made his way to the front to try and snap a few shots while I took his place in the queue.

Although I like Patrizio's songs, and was the one who first bought his album for the hub, I haven't been much of a true-blue fan. The main reason why I got the tickers was because the hub enjoys Patrizio's music. But after the concert, I'm now a convert. Admittedly he still isn't my favourite music artiste though he's climbed up a few notches and has made it to my top 10 list.

Most importantly, the hub and I had a great time at the concert as we took this opportunity to celebrate our belated wedding anniversary. Will we be back at Patrizio's next show in Singapore? Most certainly!