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An Italian singer-songwriter, Nek, performing on a stage illuminated by bright spotlights. He is seen from a low angle, wearing a dark pinstripe suit and playing a headless electric bass guitar.

Nek Hits European Tour 2026

April 14, 2026– Rockhal Club, Luxembourg

On April 14th, Nek (stage name for Filippo Neviani) delivered an energetic, career-spanning performance at Rockhal Club in Luxembourg as part of his European tour, delivering a  true masterclass in Italian pop-rock and genuine human connection.

The stage came alive with aa power trio featuring Emiliano Fantuzzi on guitar, Luciano Galloni on drums and the artist himself who  played bass and even the harmonica on “Cuori in tempesta”. It was a stripped-back performance that let the music speak for itself.

From the first chord, the authenticity everyone talks about was front and center. The show was a non-stop journey through his career, featuring an electrifying selection of hits. The room was buzzing from start to finish and the connection between Nek and the fans was undeniable. 

A standout moment occurred during “Se io non avessi te”, when the venue was transformed into a sea of stars as the audience lit up their phones, waving them in unison to the melody, capturing the intimacy and shared emotion of the night. However, the true peak came during the 1997 hit “Laura non c’è” with the entire audience joining in for a massive sing-along; it was a powerful reminder of how these songs have become part of the collective memory for so many.

I had the unique opportunity of going behind the scenes and meeting the artist and his team, and getting to capture some candid snaps backstage which stripped away the rockstar veneer: Filippo is remarkably down-to-earth, professional, focused, and has a truly kind heart that radiates the moment you speak with him. That warmth trickles down to his lovely team, who treated everyone like family.

It’s easy to see why he has sold over 10 million albums worldwide. Since his 1992 debut with his eponymous album Nek, he has remained one of the most prominent male voices in Italian music. Tonight’s performance at the Rockhal proved that his 30-year legacy is as vibrant as ever.

Setlist

Almeno stavolta – Se una regola c’è – Dimmi cos’è – Sul treno – Mi farò trovare pronto – Freud – Sei solo tu – Nella stanza 26 – Vivere senza te / Vulnerabile / Va bene così – Tu sei, tu sai – In te – Cuori in tempesta – La vita è – E da qui – Perdonare – Uno di questi giorni – Musica sotto le bombe – Unici – Io ricomincerei – Ci sei tu – Lascia che io sia – Fatti avanti amore – Sei grande – Se telefonando – Laura non c’è – Se io non avessi te

  • An Italian singer-songwriter, Nek, performing on a stage illuminated by bright spotlights. He is seen from a low angle, wearing a dark pinstripe suit and playing a headless electric bass guitar.
  • A profile shot of Italian singer Nek on stage, bathed in dramatic blue light. He is looking upwards with a soulful expression, holding a headless bass guitar vertically in front of a microphone stand against a dark background.
  • Italian singer Nek looking at the camera while signing a dark wall filled with names and logos of various musical artists, such as Sara Bareilles and Paul Kalkbrenner. He is wearing a dark, textured sweater and using a white marker to add his signature to the collection.
  • A black and white photograph showing Italian singer Nek walking down a narrow hallway, backstage at a venue. He is wearing a sharp, double-breasted pinstripe suit with in-ear monitors draped around his neck, looking intensely toward the camera. A man in a dark sweatshirt and cargo pants walks slightly ahead of him in the foreground
  • A candid profile shot of Italian singer Nek backstage, looking downward in a moment of quiet concentration. He is wearing in-ear monitors, with his signature spiky hair silhouetted against a warm, vertically slatted light source. Another person is partially visible in the background to the right in the dimly lit environment.
  • A high-energy, low-angle shot of Italian singer Nek mid-performance, captured while he is singing powerfully into a microphone with his mouth wide open. He is wearing a dark pinstripe suit and playing a red and black headless bass guitar, with a single spotlight from above highlighting his expressive face and spiky hair against a dark background.
  • A profile shot of Italian singer Nek performing on stage, bathed in soft purple light. He is seen leaning into a microphone and playing a harmonica, which he holds with both hands. He is wearing a dark, pinstripe suit, and his signature spiky hair is highlighted by the stage lighting.
  • A wide shot from behind and to the side of Italian singer Nek, standing on stage and looking out at a large, cheering crowd. The audience has their phones raised, creating a sea of tiny, bright lights that illuminate the dark venue. Nek is wearing a dark suit and holding a microphone, appearing to take in the moment during a live concert.
  • A black and white profile shot of Nek singing passionately into a microphone while playing his headless bass guitar. He is wearing a dark, double-breasted pinstripe suit, with a bright spotlight highlighting him against the dark stage. In the background, another band member in a hat is visible playing a traditional electric guitar.
  • A wide, black and white shot of Nek performing on stage from a profile view. He is singing into a microphone and playing his headless bass guitar, leaning back with high energy. In front of him on the stage floor, a teleprompter displays lyrics in Italian, including the words "Dimmi cos'è" and "SUL TRENO". A portion of the audience is visible in the lower-left corner, watching the performance.
  • A candid, medium shot of Italian singer Nek smiling broadly while performing on stage. He is captured from a low angle, wearing a dark pinstripe suit and red in-ear monitors. He holds his signature headless bass guitar, positioned in front of a microphone stand, while a single blue spotlight shines from above.

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