Marco Masini: The Songs, the Story & a Night of Live Music in Rome
Some songs take you straight back to a journey, a person or a particular time in your life. Marco Masini's music has that kind of familiarity for many listeners: a distinctive voice, memorable melodies and songs people return to years later.
Discovering him today means exploring both the established favourites and his more recent work. You can also take that listening a step further: Masini performs in Rome on 13 November 2026, at the Palazzo dello Sport in EUR.
This guide connects the artist's story with the practical side of seeing him live: his songs, Sanremo appearances, tickets, travel and an overnight stay at Hotel Domidea in East Rome.
Who is Marco Masini?
Marco Masini is an Italian singer-songwriter and musician, born in Florence on 18 September 1964. Piano and practical musical experience were part of his development before he established himself as a recording artist.
In the second half of the 1980s, he met Beppe Dati and Giancarlo Bigazzi, important collaborators in the early stages of his career. His breakthrough came in 1990, when “Disperato” won Sanremo's newcomers' category and his debut album was released.
Albums, tours and new collaborations followed. The biography published by Momy Records provides further background on those beginnings.
A biography gives you the context. Listening gives you your own way into the music: start with something familiar, then follow the songs you have yet to discover.
Marco Masini at Sanremo: two defining wins
Sanremo runs through several chapters of Masini's career. Two results are particularly significant:
1990 — Disperato: winner of the newcomers' category;
2004 — L'uomo volante: winner of the main competition.
These are separate wins, also recalled in RaiPlay's feature on Masini and Sanremo.
In 2026, he appeared at the festival with Fedez, performing “Male necessario”. Masini's official website presents that collaboration alongside his latest recording project.
Which Marco Masini songs should you listen to?
If you are revisiting his music or discovering it for the first time, these tracks offer a useful starting point. This is a listening selection, not a confirmed setlist for the Rome concert.
Disperato: the song behind his Sanremo breakthrough.
Perché lo fai: a key track from his rise in the early 1990s.
T'innamorerai: an introduction to the melodic side of his repertoire.
Bella stronza: one of his most recognisable and outspoken titles.
L'uomo volante: his winning Sanremo entry from 2004.
Male necessario: an introduction to his 2026 collaboration with Fedez.
The artist profile at Friends & Partners traces the wider career. For your own pre-concert playlist, mix the tracks you remember with a few you would like to know better.
From the familiar favourites to “Perfetto Imperfetto”
Masini's 2026 recording project is “Perfetto Imperfetto”, released on 6 March. His official website links the new album to a live show bringing together established songs and material from the recent project.
For long-time listeners, the appeal may be hearing a familiar voice again. For those who discovered him through newer collaborations, the concert offers a chance to explore a broader repertoire.
You do not need to know every album to enjoy a night of live music. Go with someone who shares your memories, or introduce someone else to the songs that matter to you.
Marco Masini's Rome concert: date, time and venue
The Rome show takes place on Friday 13 November 2026 at 9pm, at the Palazzo dello Sport in EUR. The event is listed by the city's official visitor portal, Turismo Roma, and in the Friends & Partners tour calendar.
A Friday evening concert gives you the option of making a weekend of it: arrive for the show, stay in Rome and spend part of Saturday exploring, if your plans allow.
Ready to make the trip? Book your stay at Hotel Domidea. For help arranging your dates and requirements, email info@hoteldomidea.com.
Tickets, prices and the setlist: what to check
Use the TicketOne listing for the Rome concert to check ticket options. Compare available sections and the final price, including fees.
Think about the evening you want: a couple's night out, a trip with friends or an occasion to share with a family member. If you want to sit together, check the seating arrangements before buying.
The sources checked for this guide do not provide a setlist specific to the Rome show. Gate opening times and the finishing time should also be checked in event announcements. The advertised 9pm time is the concert start.
Book accommodation and concert admission separately: a hotel reservation does not include a concert ticket.
How to get to Rome's Palazzo dello Sport
The venue is in Piazzale Pier Luigi Nervi 1, in EUR. EUR Palasport on Metro B is a useful public transport reference point, followed by a walk to the arena.
Before travelling, check your route, lift availability if needed and last departures through ATAC. Give your return journey the same attention as the outward trip, rather than planning around an assumed show duration.
If you are driving, review access and parking arrangements for the evening. If you prefer a taxi or private-hire vehicle, clarify booking arrangements and a suitable meeting point in advance.
Where to stay after the concert: considering Hotel Domidea
Hotel Domidea is a four-star hotel at Via Raffaele Costi 17 in East Rome, with access via the A24 and the GRA ring road.
It is worth considering if you are driving into Rome from the east, have other plans in that part of the city or want a stay that includes more than the concert. Make the choice around the whole itinerary, including both the room and local transport.
The concert is in EUR, in a different part of Rome. You will need to arrange a transfer between Hotel Domidea and the Palazzo dello Sport. If walking back from the show is your priority, take that location difference into account.
The hotel's published services include a 24-hour reception, free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, private outdoor parking and an unguarded garage subject to availability, plus taxi booking and airport transfers on request. Confirm charges and conditions for your dates.
CHOOSE YOUR DATES AND BOOK HOTEL DOMIDEA NOW
To discuss whether the stay fits your plans, email info@hoteldomidea.com with your guest numbers, nights and how you will be travelling to Rome.
From Hotel Domidea to the concert
The hotel lists a bookable connection to Rebibbia, subject to availability. From there, Metro B towards Laurentina provides an onward route to EUR Palasport, followed by the walk to the venue.
Discuss this option with reception and confirm the timetable. The Courtesy Bus connects the hotel with the Metro: it is not a direct concert shuttle. Arrange your return separately and check that your chosen transport fits the evening.
You can also ask for help booking a taxi. Travel times depend on traffic and waiting times, so avoid relying on a fixed journey time between East Rome and EUR.
Turn a night of music into a Rome weekend
If you are travelling a long way, staying overnight lets you leave the journey home until the following day. Here are a few ways to plan it:
One night, 13–14 November: arrive on Friday, attend the show, stay overnight and leave on Saturday, allowing for confirmed hotel timings.
Two nights, 13–15 November: enjoy the concert on Friday, spend Saturday in Rome and leave on Sunday.
Arrive the day before: an option if the journey is long or you have other appointments in the city.
These are suggested itineraries, not packages or offers. Couples might add a walk and a meal; friends could leave the following morning free of a packed schedule.
Accommodation is one part of the decision, alongside transport, meals and how much time you have.
Choose the music. Book the stay.
Whether you have followed Marco Masini since “Disperato” or found him through his recent work, the Rome show offers a reason to make time for music and the people you want to share it with.
BOOK HOTEL DOMIDEA — CHECK RATES AND CONFIRM YOUR ROOM
For a personalised enquiry, EMAIL info@hoteldomidea.com with the subject “Marco Masini Rome — stay on 13 November 2026”.
Include your dates, guest numbers, room requirements and any parking or transport needs. Get the practical details sorted, then give the evening the time it deserves.
FAQs: Marco Masini, his songs and the Rome concert
Who is Marco Masini?
He is an Italian singer-songwriter and musician, born in Florence on 18 September 1964. His breakthrough came at Sanremo in 1990 with “Disperato”.
What are Marco Masini's best-known songs?
Representative titles include “Disperato”, “Perché lo fai”, “T'innamorerai”, “Bella stronza” and “L'uomo volante”. This is neither a ranking nor the concert setlist.
How many times has he won Sanremo?
He won the newcomers' category in 1990 with “Disperato” and the main competition in 2004 with “L'uomo volante”.
What is Marco Masini's new album in 2026?
The project presented in 2026 is “Perfetto Imperfetto”, released on 6 March.
What did Fedez and Marco Masini perform at Sanremo 2026?
They performed “Male necessario”, as reported on Masini's official website.
When is Marco Masini's Rome concert?
Friday 13 November 2026 at 9pm. Check the official event listing before travelling.
Where is the Rome show?
At the Palazzo dello Sport in EUR, at Piazzale Pier Luigi Nervi 1.
Where can I buy tickets, and how much do they cost?
Check TicketOne's Rome event page. Available sections, prices and fees should be verified when buying.
Is the Rome setlist available?
The sources checked on 16 October 2026 do not give a Rome-specific setlist. The songs suggested in this guide are a listening selection.
Which Metro station serves the Palazzo dello Sport?
EUR Palasport on Metro B, followed by a walk. Check your route and services for concert night.
Is Hotel Domidea near the Palazzo dello Sport?
Domidea is in East Rome, while the venue is in EUR. A transfer is required; the hotel is not a short walk from the concert.
Is there a direct Domidea concert shuttle?
A dedicated direct service is not listed. Hotel–Metro connections require reservations and confirmation of operating times and availability; arrange your return separately.
Can I return to the hotel after the concert?
Reception is open 24 hours. Agree any late check-in requirements in advance and plan your transport back from EUR.
How can I book Hotel Domidea for the concert?
Check rooms and rates online, or email info@hoteldomidea.com with your dates and guest numbers.