Il Volo’s Ignazio Boschetto and Gianluca Ginoble Deliver a Spellbinding “Unchained Melody” in Mantova
In a breathtaking moment at their Mantova concert, Il Volo’s Ignazio Boschetto and Gianluca Ginoble left the audience awestruck with a stunning duet of the timeless classic “Unchained Melody.” The performance, marked by near-operatic high notes and heartfelt emotion, has since become one of the most celebrated highlights of the trio’s recent tour.
Gianluca’s rich, velvety tone carried the song’s emotional core, while Ignazio’s powerful delivery infused it with drama and passion. Together, their voices intertwined seamlessly — a perfect example of why Il Volo continues to bridge the worlds of classical and pop music with such ease and grace.
Global Praise and Emotional Reactions
Online, fans around the world reacted with admiration and awe. One listener wrote, “Gianluca sings and emotes the true sentiment and melody of this time-tested song. Ignazio adds a great flavor to it.” Others echoed similar praise in multiple languages, calling the duet “wonderful,” “magnificent,” and “filled with emotion.”
Comments poured in from across the globe — Italy, Hungary, Germany, Japan, and beyond. One Italian fan wrote, “Grazie ragazzi per le emozioni che date — bravissimi!” (Thank you, guys, for the emotions you give — you’re amazing!), while another added, “Bellissima canzone, abbandonata per moltissimi anni e poi fortunatamente ripresa a Mantova.” (A beautiful song, forgotten for many years and fortunately revived in Mantova.)
Even at 82 years old, one devoted follower shared, “Fan I was, fan I am, and fan I will remain. These three incomparable voices continue to enchant me.”
The Mantova performance reaffirmed that Il Volo’s magic lies not only in technical mastery, but also in their ability to breathe new life into timeless classics — transforming familiar melodies into moments of shared emotion and global unity.
About “Unchained Melody”
Originally recorded in 1955 by Todd Duncan for the film Unchained, “Unchained Melody” earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song the following year. However, it was the 1965 version by The Righteous Brothers that brought the song enduring fame, reaching #4 on the Billboard Hot 100 and solidifying its place in musical history.
Over the decades, countless artists have covered the song — from Elvis Presley in 1977, whose soulful rendition became one of his most beloved performances, to Kelly Clarkson, who revived it in her Kellyoke series. The ballad also gained renewed cultural resonance when it appeared in the 1990 film Ghost, and in 2004, the American Film Institute ranked it among the 100 greatest American film songs of all time.
For Il Volo, revisiting “Unchained Melody” was more than just a performance — it was a tribute to timeless artistry, reimagined through their signature blend of classical technique and modern passion.
Watch: Il Volo Perform “Unchained Melody” Live in Mantova
With each note, Il Volo reminded the world why great music transcends generations — because when sung with sincerity, even an old melody can feel brand new.