Featured Artist of March 31, 2026
with the album: "Destiny And Hope"


Artist's Biography

Mr. Jack is a versatile and multifaceted artist who has built an impressive career in the music world. Singer, musician, record producer, and vocal coach, he has distinguished himself across multiple artistic fields, bringing his talent to a wide variety of projects ranging from rock to metal to horror music.

Beginnings and Early Experiences
His musical career begins with the band Iron Heart, with whom he records several studio albums and performs at major Italian festivals such as Meeting del Mare, Bikers Fest, Follie di Musica, Dream Number Contest, and Mama's Factor. Thanks to these events, he shares the stage with rock legends and notable Italian artists such as Ian Paice, Joe Lynn Turner, Pino Scotto, J-Ax, and Subsonica. With Iron Heart, he also contributes as a guest artist to many international albums.

Organizer and Collaborator
In the following years, Mr. Jack also focuses on event organization, curating live shows and clinics for internationally renowned musicians such as Gus G. (Ozzy Osbourne, Firewind), Michael Angelo Batio (Nitro, Manowar), Andy Martongelli (Arthemis, David Ellefson), Edu Falaschi (Angra, Almah), and Marty Friedman (Megadeth, Cacophony).

Horror Music and International Collaborations
His passion for music leads him to explore the world of horror soundtracks, collaborating with several foreign record labels. He releases numerous works in Italy and abroad—including albums, EPs, singles, and videos—always connected to the horror genre. He collaborates with institutions like Cinecittà World and Horror Italy, earning a solid reputation in the horror music scene. In 2016, he takes part in the international event Billy Bob’s Texas Country Fair in Padova, broadening his artistic horizons even further.

International Projects and Work with Major Artists
Throughout his career, Mr. Jack becomes part of the project Enzo and the Glory Ensemble, working as a singer, guitarist, and drummer alongside artists such as Enzo Donnarumma, Marty Friedman, Philip Bynoe, Kobi Farhi, Ralf Scheepers, Mark Zonder, Gary Wehrkamp, Brian Ashland, and Nicholas Leptos.

Meanwhile, his solo rock projects attract the attention of prominent musicians like Mistheria (Vivaldi Metal Project, Bruce Dickinson), Freddy Delirio (Death SS), Steve Volta (Perpetual Fire, Pino Scotto), Raffaele "Raffo" Albanese (From The Depth), Alexander Layer, Marco Angelo, Dr. Viossy, and Tomas Valentini (Skanners).

Successes and Recognition
In 2018, he performs at Rockin’1000 at the Artemio Franchi Stadium in Florence, sharing the stage with Giacomo Voli (Rhapsody of Fire), Cesareo (Elio e le Storie Tese), and Courtney Love (Hole), under the orchestral direction of Beppe Vessicchio. The following year, his solo album Long Road firmly establishes him in the rock and metal world, earning awards and recognitions—including a gold record.

Record Production
In 2017, Mr. Jack founds his own company, Wanikiya (including Wanikiya Record and Wanikiya Promotion), which in just a few years produces and promotes over 250 music projects, surpassing one million Spotify streams. The label collaborates with major artists such as Timo Tolkki (Stratovarius, Symfonia), Blaze Bayley (Iron Maiden, Blaze), and Pino Scotto, while also supporting numerous emerging bands. It also works with important events and festivals including San Remo Rock, Rock On Fest Indoor, Rock n Roll Experience, Electric Guitarland, Firenze Metal, SanRockFestival, GuitarSciò, Bosa in Rock, and more.

New Collaborations and Future Projects
In December 2022, he releases the single Let’s Rock, anticipating the album Destiny and Hope, currently in progress. In the same year, he participates as a guest vocalist on the new album by Greek band Arrayan Path, titled Thus Always to Tyrants, produced by Pitch Black Records. He also becomes the official singer of the glam/heavy band ICE SUCKERS, releasing the singles I Can’t Live Without You and You Are Like My Cat.

In 2023, he enters the Harley Benton Club Italia Hall of Fame and appears on the covers of magazines such as Subtle Death Magazine (Cuba), Tempi Dispari (Italy), Sound Goods Webzine (Italy), and The Metal Mag (UK). That same year, he is invited as an official judge at the San Remo Rock contest held at the Ariston Theatre in Sanremo. Between 2023 and 2024, he performs at several festivals, sharing the stage with artists such as Ancillotti, Michele Luppi (Whitesnake), Marco Mendoza (Dead Daisies, Whitesnake, Thin Lizzy), Mario Riso (Rezophonic, Rocker TV), and Diego Galeri (Timoria).

Recent and Upcoming Achievements
2024 is shaping up to be a year full of news, with the release of the live single Let’s Rock – Live at Rock on Indoor Fest and the album The Crucible by the US band Harpazo, featuring collaborations with Mark Centanni, Mark Zonder, Gary Wehrkamp, and Enzo Donnarumma.
With his single Spirit of Heaven—released in March 2024 and dedicated to his father—he receives a nomination for “Single of the Year” at the ELITE MUSIC AWARD and reaches the finals of the World Songwriting Awards in the USA. He also earns certification as a member of the International Singer-Songwriters Association (ISSA).

In September 2024, he creates Loss Magazine, a digital magazine dedicated to rock, featuring interviews, reviews, specials, and more.

In January 2025, he received 7 nominations at the Red Carpet Award Show Europe for:
Musician of the Year, Most Appreciated Artist, Original Love Song, All Genre Ballad, Original Rock, All Genre Original Song, and All Genre Voice.
At the final awards ceremony in the Netherlands, he won the “Musician Of The Year 2025” award.

On November 6, his new single “Never” was released, paving the final mile toward the release of his new album “Destiny and Hope”.

With the three singles (Spirit Of Heaven, Let's Rock and Never), Mr. Jack brought his sound across Italy and abroad throughout 2025, performing on stages such as Hard Rock Cafe Milan, Rock'n'Roll Club Rho, Slaughter, and more.

On March 30, 2026, “Destiny And Hope”, the new album, is released. It includes the three previous singles and, as always enriched by special guests, wins over audiences and press worldwide.

The journey continues live with the “Destiny And Hope Tour” (currently ongoing), bringing the album on stage and featuring appearances at major festivals and events such as the Padova Metal Fest.


About the Album

A powerful and ambitious work, “Destiny and Hope” represents a musical journey through rock, heavy metal, hard rock, cinematic atmospheres and emotional ballads, blending classic influences with a modern, international sound.

This new chapter marks one of the most mature and inspired releases of his career.

⭐ A Stellar Line-Up of Special Guests

Following the success of his 2019 album Long Road, Mr. Jack once again brings together an outstanding cast of musicians, combining long-time collaborators with exciting new additions.
Mistheria (Bruce Dickinson, Vivaldi Metal Project),
Freddy Delirio (Death SS),
Raffaele “Raffo” Albanese (From The Depth),
Alexander Layer,
Alfredo Gargaro,
Steve Volta (Perpetual Fire),
Enzo Donnarumma (Enzo and the Glory Ensemble),
Valerio Edward De Rosa,
Tomas Valentini (Skanners),
Marco Angelo,
Namid,
Maria Calavera,
Betty Tagliati (Oltre l’Abisso),
Eleonora Damiano (Epinikion, Vivaldi Metal Project),
Dr. Viossy,
Christian Pedichini,
Francesco Noli.
credits
released March 30, 2026

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