Homo Sapiens on DeBaser: Tornerai Tornerò and beyond

Homo Sapiens

Musical Group

Forfans of 1970s italian pop, sanremo enthusiasts, and nostalgic listeners seeking melodic hits.
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The Profile

Homo Sapiens are an Italian pop group formed in 1971, known for the hit Tornerai Tornerò and for winning the Sanremo Music Festival in 1977 with Bella da morire.

Formed in 1971 and associated with the Italian melodic pop scene. Discovered by Herbert Pagani; early guitarist Rodolfo Maltese departed to join Banco del Mutuo Soccorso. Achieved major success with Tornerai Tornerò and won Sanremo 1977 with Bella da morire.

Homo Sapiens are an Italian pop group formed in 1971, best known for Tornerai Tornerò and their Sanremo 1977 win with Bella da morire. Reviews here focus on their melodic 70s output and cultural nostalgia. Mentions include early festival appearances, discovery by Herbert Pagani, and guitarist Rodolfo Maltese’s move to Banco. Overall tone: affectionate, slightly ironic, and memory-soaked.

Notable Quotes

❝ In 1977, Rifi Records presented them at the Sanremo Festival with “Bella da Morire” which ranked first and was also the first group winner of the event.

❝ Formed in 1971, they were discovered by Herbert Pagani (the one from 'albergo ad ore') and launched towards record companies, even though the guitarist Rodolfo Maltese soon left the project to join Banco.