Success came early in the career of the legendary singer-songwriter Domenico Modugno, but few could predict his enduring influence. 1958’s “Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Volare)”—a double Grammy winner and Sanremo favourite (Modungo won four editions of the prestigious festival in total)—is an unashamedly dreamy, scintillating Italian take on chanson that has inspired countless international covers and remixes. Beyond his cherished pop and easy-listening gems, Modugno was vital in spreading the popularity of the Neapolitan song, his emotive delivery and warm vibrato echoing through the decades.