Crafted entirely in Albanese‘s homeland of Monferrato in Northern Italy, Blackbirds and the Sun of October explores themes of heritage, reconnection, and the natural beauty of the Italian countryside.

“This album is about coming home and rediscovering connections,” Albanese says. “At its core, it’s about heritage.”

Blackbirds And the Sun of October represents a major evolution in Albanese’s artistic journey.

Known for his genre-blending compositions and thematic albums, Albanese has seamlessly combined classical traditions with contemporary sounds in this new work, resulting in a rich, timeless musical tapestry.

“There’s a new sense of freedom in this music,” he says. “It’s more positive, and I can feel it’s different from my earlier work.”