Morgan
Live Zenzero Bari 16.04.2004

THE REVIEW

Reviewing the incredible emotional experience of Morgan's concert in Bari is a heart-stopper.
Starting from the premise that at the end of the concert, I met him, had the opportunity to get a picture with him, and discuss (for only 3 beautiful minutes) about the Live and other things. He even said I'm "Max Gazzè" without a mustache (bastard!!!).

As we were saying, Friday, April 16th in Bari, at the "Zenzero", a beautiful venue, not very big, but unique in Puglia. A very Post-Punk New Wave atmosphere, especially with the DJ set. Before Castoldi, there was a supporter: VegetableG. A duo from Bari, Synth-keyboards + guitar. Very nice but not much originality. At about 10:30 PM, Morgan appears with Megahearts (Synth, Drum Machine, Theremin & more) and Marco Carusino on guitar. Flowers scattered on the stage among the instruments (like Sanremo). Candelabra with candles and a very Vintage background (in gold yellow). A trio, therefore. A new tour with different arrangements. It kicks off with "Italian Violence" in great style.

Morgan is inspired. I'm in the second row and almost have tears in my eyes. Morgan dressed all in black, with a red scarf around his neck from which a crucifix emerges. They follow in an incredible whirlwind of emotions: "Sovrappensiero" (wonderful version), "The Baby, altrove" (now an anthem), "Crash", "Lontano lontano" (cover of Tenco), another cover le ragioni delle piogge, aria, non arrossire, se, l'assenzio, heaven in my cocktail (in an incredible cha-cha-cha version stretched out for a long time). Morgan showcases class and confidence between his bass, piano, and Hammond organ. Megahearts is exceptional with the theremin, even in flawlessly timed drum machine insertions. Marco Carusino on guitar is tidy and not at all showy.

I juggle the camera, worried, because Cecca (Tour Manager of Mescal) had threatened to confiscate it because filming was strictly prohibited! But I don't care and continue filming. Morgan is likable, and leaves you speechless when he asks "are you hot?" we "yeeeessss", and he replies "think of the idea of cold. It's the only system you have". He withdraws momentarily. When he reappears for the encore, he performs Bluvertigo's masterpiece "Cieli neri" with ruthless ease, and some tears fall. Everyone sings in unison. It's incredible. Few Morgan clones present, but a lot of curious people, except for some usual Dark ones. He should perform the new song, from the soundtrack of "Il siero delle vanità" by Alex Infascelli titled "storia d'amore e vanità", but he "no, it's too slow, it's not right", while everyone requests Bluvertigo songs "La crisi! Altre forme di vita!". Then he responded by performing an incredible improvisation of "Heroes" by David Bowie, and "Light My Fire" by The Doors. Everyone is happy, in the conclusion of "Il nostro concerto" by Umberto Bindi. A stellar concert, marked by the acquaintance of one of the best current Italian artists. Morgan is not for everyone. Just look at the Italian charts. Trust the Italians, yeah right.