Ernesto Bonino was an Italian singer whose career spanned several decades, blossoming during the 1940s and 1950s as he became one of the leading voices of Italian swing and popular music of that era. Born on January 16, 1922, in Turin, Bonino's smooth vocals and charismatic performance style quickly endeared him to the Italian public. He gained substantial acclaim with his interpretation of American swing music, which was quite popular in Italy at the time, making him synonymous with that genre within the Italian music scene.

During the peak of his career, Ernesto Bonino was known for his suave image and was often associated with the sophisticated city life depicted in his songs. While he enjoyed success in his home country, he also tried to reach the American audience, as suggested by the release titles like "Guardando All 'America" (Looking Towards America). Some of his notable songs include "Il Giovanotto Matto," and "Chiaro Di Luna." After the zenith of his career, Bonino's popularity waned with the changing musical tastes, but he left behind a rich legacy celebrated in compilations such as "Le grandi voci della canzone Italiana - Ernesto Bonino" and multi-volume collections like "Ernesto Bonino: I suoi successi," which showcase the enduring appeal of his greatest hits. Ernesto Bonino passed away on March 8, 2008, but his contribution to the Italian swing and popular music genres remains significant.

Genres

Musica Piemonteisa

Swing Italiano

Vintage Italian Pop

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Latest Release

Il Giovanotto Matto - Italian Swing

Ernesto Bonino

Album - 11 Tracks - Released March 24, 2023