Munich – It was February 1997 when Filippo Neviani, better known as Nek, introduced audiences to what would become an international hit: “Laura non c’è” (“Laura Isn’t Here”). The song captivated generations, becoming a defining moment in the singer’s career and a landmark in Italian music history. Nearly 30 years after its release, it remains one of the most recognisable Italian songs abroad, thanks to the success of the original recording, adaptations in different languages and styles, and reinterpretations by international artists. There are nine known versions, including those in Italian and Spanish, as well as Greek, Russian and Cantonese. For this reason, 2027 is set to be a year of international celebrations, beginning with “Laura non c’è 30th – Live”: three special concerts at three European venues in Germany, Spain and Italy next April. The dates are 17 April at Tonhalle München in Munich, 23 April at Sala Wagon in Madrid and 29 April at Magazzini Generali in Milan. These performances will be just the beginning of a year expected to bring many more events and surprises, details of which are yet to be announced. (9colonne)