Mia Martini

Mia Martini (born Domenica Bertè, 1947 in Bagnara Calabra — died 1995) was an Italian singer noted for a distinctive, emotionally intense voice, active from the 1960s until 1995. Sister of Loredana Bertè; known for albums and songs from the 1970s onwards and for collaborations with major Italian songwriters.

Born 1947 in Bagnara Calabra; stage name often given as 'Mimì' or 'Mia Martini' (reviews note 'Mia' from Mia Farrow and 'Martini' from the drink). Breakthroughs in early 1970s with songs such as 'Piccolo uomo' and 'Minuetto'. Collaborated with authors including Bruno Lauzi, Antonello De Sanctis, Ivano Fossati and Franco Califano. Reviews report periods of censorship and industry slander (including a reputation for 'bad luck'), a vocal-cord operation that affected her career, notable late albums and a final period culminating in 1995.

DeBaser reviews celebrate Mia Martini as one of Italy's most intense interpreters. Critics highlight her unique voice, key 1970s albums and later comebacks. Reviews discuss recurring themes of love, suffering, censorship and industry malice. Many pieces emphasize her collaborations with major Italian songwriters and a career affected by vocal surgery and slander. Her life ended in 1995; her recordings remain highly regarded.

For:Fans of Italian pop and singer-songwriters, collectors of 1970s Italian music, music critics and historians.