Gianfranco Manfredi

The Profile

Italian singer-songwriter, novelist and comics writer active since the 1970s; known for politically tinged albums, a long partnership with Ricky Gianco, scripting Bonelli’s Magico Vento, and returning with the LP In paradiso fa troppo caldo in 1993.

Partnership with Ricky Gianco; screenwriter for Bonelli’s Magico Vento; issued politically themed albums in the 1970s; album ‘Gianfranco Manfredi 1981’ features tracks like ‘Case’ and ‘E’ Cinema’; later released ‘In paradiso fa troppo caldo’ (1993).

A positive look at Manfredi’s 1981 album, noting his shift from 70s political records to sharper, socially aware songwriting. The review praises engaging melodies, inventive arrangements, and standout tracks like Case and E' Cinema. It recalls his partnership with Ricky Gianco, work on Bonelli’s Magico Vento, and a later return with the 1993 LP In paradiso fa troppo caldo.