They’re here to have fun.Įntertaining himself and his audience comes as naturally to David as breathing, whether that’s by sultrily dancing, almost making love to the microphone stand, or talking to the crowd. And they do, in fact, often poke fun at themselves and some of the critique that has followed them throughout the years but rest assured, they don’t care. Damiano David’s signature growl and Thomas Raggi’s electrifying guitar solo welcome everyone into the Måneskin world: they ooze youth, sensuality and a desire not to be taken too seriously. Despite the lyrics delving into a serious topic (returning to drugs to avoid boredom, empty and lonely), it is impossible not to stand up and dance. They open with Don’t Wanna Sleep, one of the songs off their latest release. And it’s clear from the very moment they manifest themselves as silhouettes hiding behind a huge, red curtain, while strobe lighting mesmerises a ravenous audience. Regardless of what critics might think of their album and Gucci outfits, one thing is obvious: on-stage they’re at home.
Their latest record, Rush!, has attracted a bit of both so far. Since winning Eurovision in 2021, the “loud kids” have become an international and much-discussed phenomenon, somehow conquering younger and older generations alike – or, at the very least, giving everyone something to talk about, whether it’s heartfelt praise or harsh critique.
The O2 is murmuring and waiting (im)patiently for the Italian foursome to come on stage, and there’s not one empty seat in sight. Eyes darting around, mascara that will likely melt into rivulets quite soon – if not tears – sweat from jumping up and down… This is all expected: it is a Måneskin concert after all. People frantically navigating the arena, people queuing outside to buy merch, most of them very young.
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