An Italian singer whose 1950s recordings like 'Parlami D'amore, Mariù' defined romantic pop of the era.
For the full Togliani experience, start with 'Parlami D'amore, Mariù' and 'Portami Tante Rose.' They capture that sentimental Italian pop sound he helped define.
Togliani's voice had a particular warmth that became recognizable on records. His 1952 release 'Parlami D'amore, Mariù' became his signature song and spread across Italy, while other songs like 'Portami Tante Rose' and 'Mogliettina' followed a similar romantic, sentimental vein. He drew from Neapolitan folk traditions and the melodic Italian pop of his time.
Born in Salerno in 1924, he started singing early and recorded steadily through the 1950s and beyond. He worked with musicians including arranger Armando Trovajoli and released albums like 'Una Voce e Una Chitarra' and 'Canzoni Napoletane.' He kept performing into his later years until his death in 1995.
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