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Stella Burns releases Long Walks in the Dark
Gianluca Maria Sorace, also known as Stella Burns, is a multifaceted artist with a wide range of skills. In 2004, he formed the band Hollowblue, with whom he published three albums, and in 2011, he made his official debut as Stella Burns in a small theatre in Paris.
He has since released two albums, one ep dedicated to David Bowie, and a number of singles. His work has received widespread acclaim, including recognition from David Bowie's official website, a victory at the 3D Hollywood Film Festival, and partnerships with foreign and Italian artists. His distinct and personal approach to music and art has gained him acclaim both at home and abroad, including four stars on Uncut.
Long Walks in the Dark is an album that took a long time to make, a long trip through numerous griefs that marked Gianluca in different ways. So much so that the album's title proven to be absolutely appropriate over time.
In chronological sequence, the death of David Bowie marked the end of an era for many. Then there was the death of a friend, writer Dan Fante, with whom he worked on numerous occasions and have fond recollections of the tours they made together while working on the Hollowblue project. Then came the death of another good friend, Franco Volpi, with whom he shared so much above and below the stage for 25 years, and, finally, the death of his father...