Mauro Palmas

**Mauro Palmas** is a versatile Italian musician and composer best known for his deep roots in Sardinian folk traditions blended with contemporary styles. A founding member of the iconic Sardinian group **Tazenda**, Palmas has spent decades weaving the island’s rich cultural heritage—like the haunting harmonies of *cantu a tenore* and the rhythmic pulse of traditional instruments—into rock, pop, and world music landscapes. His mandolin and mandola skills, paired with a knack for storytelling, have made him a bridge between Sardinia’s past and modern global sounds.

Recent releases like *SIGHIDA* and *Cristiani di Allah* showcase his ongoing passion for themes tied to Sardinian identity, spirituality, and social commentary, all delivered with warm, earthy vocals and lush instrumental textures. Whether collaborating with bands or crafting solo projects like *Il colore del maestrale*, Palmas remains a guardian of his homeland’s soul while keeping its music irresistibly fresh.

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