Roberto Morbioli

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Hailing from Verona, Italy, Roberto Morbioli is a dynamic Blues artist renowned for his captivating guitar and vocal skills. His distinctive personality and playing style shine through every interpretation, channeling the essence of blues legends like Freddy King.
Albert King, B.B. King, Albert Collins, and T-Bone Walker.
As per the Boston Herald, "The blues flows so naturally for Roberto Morbioli, and his guitar
playing and vocals are so polished, he sounds as if he grew up closer to Chicago than
Verona, Italy.

In 1991, Morbioli founded MORBLUS, accumulating critical acclaim and awards during his
impressive 33 year journey.
His collaborations span influential artists including: Guitar Shorty, Jesse Yawn, Robben
Ford, Roomful of Blues, Big Daddy Wilson, Mike Zito, Ronnie Earl, J. Geils, Sir. Waldo
Weathers (James Brown), Martha High, and many more.

A global presence, Roberto has graced major festivals across Europe, Russia and the
world, showcasing versatility in both electric and acoustic performances. Venturing into the
USA, he's left an indelible mark at iconic venues such as B.B. King’s Blues club in
Memphis and Antone’s in Austin, Texas. Regular tours in the United States since 2004
affirm Roberto Morbioli's enduring significance in the international Blues scene.

ANDREA CAGGIARI (Italy) - bass & vocals
Andrea Caggiari is a bassist and singer who began playing in 2004 with various Italian
artists in the Blues, Soul, and Funk genres. He has graced the stages of many clubs,
theaters, and festivals in Italy and Europe. He participated in several tours in Africa,
particularly in Zimbabwe, playing with acclaimed artists such as Oliver Mtukutzi, Dudu
Manhenga, Ivan Mazuze, and many others.
Currently, he is a member of the band Holebones, where he serves as a bassist, singer,
and producer. In his role as a bassist, he has played with Andy J Forest (harmonicist from
New Orleans), Quentin Moore (one of the most interesting voices in the Texan soul
scene), and is the bassist for the Morblus band (one of the finest Italian blues bands).

LIVIU POP (USA/Rom) - drums
Liviu is an American drummer originally from Romania. He has performed and toured with
many legendary soul and blues artists: Hubert Sumlin, Sam Lay, Lucky Peterson, Mighty
Sam McClain, Bobby Rush, Ruben Wilson, Kal David, Debbie Davies, Popa Chubby, Matt
Schofield, Studebaker John, and literally too many other important national, international
and regional musicians to list here. Currently, Liviu is the drummer with renowned pianist
and organist Bruce Katz. In 2018, Liviu has been inducted into the CT Blues Hall of Fame.
Liviu has been performing for many years with Roberto Morbioli, in USA and Europe.

“A charismatic and exciting drummer, Liviu always has the groove in his playing but also
stands out with his fiery spontaneity. He is one of the few that can play blues, jazz and all
shades of American roots styles with authority and originality.” – Bruce Katz (world famous
organist and pianist and multiple times Blues Music Awards nominee and winner).