Silvio Francesco Valente, who was born on July 13, 1927, in Paris and died on August 20, 2000, in Lugano, had a lasting impression on the music world, notably in the Federal Republic of Germany. He was a successful Schlager singer and a multi-talented performer from Italy.
Biography
Silvio came from a creative family; his father, Giuseppe, was known for his accordion dexterity, and his mother, Maria Valente, had achieved worldwide success as a musical comedian. Silvio and his three siblings were profoundly impacted by the alluring world of the circus and variety shows while making their professional decisions.
He began exploring the world of music at an early age and picked up many instruments. He regularly worked with his younger sister, international superstar Caterina Valente, on several duets. Together, they frequently performed with their extraordinary musical prowess on display under aliases like Club Manhattan, Club Honolulu, Club Argentina, Club Indonesia, and Club Italia.
Margot Eskens and Silvio collaborated on music for a brief while in 1959 when Caterina switched from Polydor to Decca. Silvio Valente joined his sister on a successful adventure in 1960 after subsequently signing with Decca.
They produced numerous compelling cover versions as a result of their partnership, including “Peppermint Twist,” “Quando Quando” (1962), and the perennially well-liked “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Honolulu-Strand-Bikini” (1960). Their remarkable performances and mellow vocal harmonies had a profound effect on the music industry. Francesco’s career as a Schlager singer came to an end in 1963, when one of his albums briefly reentered the charts.
During his sister Caterina’s international tours, Silvio Francesco Valente, also known as Silvio, played the supportive position of musical director. His musical knowledge and influence were extremely helpful in producing outstanding performances for their audiences. Additionally, he appeared in Schlager movies alongside Caterina Valente, who frequently played the lead.
Silvio Francesco decided to live in Lugano in his latter years, where he started a new business by running a modest hotel.
What was Silvio Francesco’s Cause of Death?
Silvio Francesco Valente tragically passed away from cancer on August 20, 2000, at the age of 73, leaving behind a magnificent legacy in the music and entertainment industries.
References
https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silvio_Francesco
https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1798353
