“You branded me and pushed me away because I was different to you, but I didn’t want to embarrass you, just be myself.” With these words, Jo Conti, a singer from Palermo, expresses the deep pain he felt at being rejected by a mother incapable of accepting his homosexuality. It was 2020 when Jo Conti entered the music world with his single “Madre non madre”, a piece that made him famous for its emotional strength and the narration of a painful reality, common to many people in the LGBTQ+ community.
A Career Dedicated to Independent Music
Since 2018, Jo Conti has been able to combine his activity as a singer with that of record director of Sorridi Music, a label founded by himself. With his personal experience in the music world, Jo has decided to give space to independent and emerging music, trying to help artists navigate an increasingly competitive market. However, good intentions are often not enough and the pandemic has further complicated the situation, making attempts to organize a return to the stages futile.
The Fight Against Depression and Toxic Relationships
In addition to her professional challenges, Jo Conti has had to deal with a significant personal battle with depression and other mental health issues. 2023 proved to be a particularly difficult year for the artist. A failed move to Rome and a destructive relationship with a narcissistic and manipulative person further worsened her state of mind. The most critical moment came around her birthday, when Jo seriously considered the idea of taking her life.
Music as a Lifeline
Despite the difficulties, music has remained the only true lifeline for Jo Conti. Her new song, “Cuori precari,” represents a genuine emotional outlet and a personal story addressed to those who find themselves trapped in toxic relationships. With touching words like “We are precarious hearts that are only looking for love, only to not die… with our precarious hearts you can’t be alone,” Jo speaks to all those who are looking for the strength to get out of destructive situations.
Back on Stage: Cuori Precari Tour
In 2024, Jo Conti is determined to return to the stage with the Cuori Precari Tour. The first date of the tour is set for October 12 at the Teatro Marcello Puglisi in Palermo, where the artist will present both songs from his repertoire and unreleased songs, reinterpreted in a Cuban reggaeton key together with his band. Access to the concert is free, with tickets bookable at the link provided.
A Call to Keep Singing
Jo Conti and his staff are launching an appeal to municipalities, associations and cultural institutions to support him in returning to sing on stages throughout Italy. The singer is now looking for just one chance, an occasion to tell his story through music and reach the hearts of all those people who, like him, have lived through difficult times but want to find the strength to get back up.
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