Simona Molinari | |
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![]() Simona Molinari performing in Lanciano, Abruzzo on 28 November 2012 | |
Background information | |
Birth name | Simona Molinari |
Born | Naples, Italy | 23 February 1983
Genres | Jazz, pop, swing, bossa nova |
Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
Instruments | Vocals |
Years active | 2005–present |
Labels | Univervsal, Warner |
Website | www |
Simona Molinari (born 23 February 1983) is an Italian jazz music singer. She performed at the Sanremo Music Festival 2009 her song "Egocentrica". Shortly after, she released the album of the same name. [1] [2] [3]
Year | Award | Nomination | Work | Result |
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2009 | Mogol Award | Best Lyrics [7] | "Egocentrica" | Nominated |
2009 | Lunezia Award | Lunezia Award "New Stars" [8] | Egocentrica | Won |
2010 | Wind Music Awards | Special Award FIMI-PMI-AFI for Best Young Talent [9] | Herself | Won |
2010 | Lunezia Award | Jazz Award [10] | Herself | Won |
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