ROAMAN (alias riccardo Vitalone) is a singer-songwriter, artivist and storyteller from italy weaving soulful, uplifting melodies and conscious, heart-opening lyricism to amplify joy, hope AND truth as a global catalyst for positive change.
Hs compositions echo as soul-stirring anthems of (inner)freedom & resilience, a testament to the power of music to uplift and heal a world in need, inviting the listener on a journey leading back to what matters most. His music resonates with those dedicated to planting seeds for a brighter tomorrow: the dreamers, rebels, wounded healers, peace-builders and change-makers striving for a more holistic, kind and conscious approach to the way we relate to ourselves, each other and our Planet.
Drawing from a rich tapestry of folk and reggae roots, while embracing an eclectic spectrum of influences spanning from gospel and medicine music to hip hop, Roaman'S powerful, deeply relatable SONGWRITING AND electrifying LIVE PERFORMANCES haVE attracted a loyal global fanbase which has been steadily expanding since 2013 when the "Roaming Roman" initiated his musical journey busking IN the streets CAMDEN TOWN, LONDON (UK) and the squares of his hometown rome.
Disappointed BY, and disillusioned with the way of life and MANY OF THE values promoted by Western SOCIETY AND CULTURE, Roaman has devoted the last decade to personal studies in philosophy, theology, mindfulness and well- being, integrating yogic practices, eastern mysticism, native wisdom, and the lessons learned from many beloved teachers (Ram Dass, Alan Watts, Dwayne Dyer, Krishnamurti, Eckhart Tolle, Vernon Howard and more) into his personal lifestyle and, consequently, in his music and lyrics.
after touring the u.s.a independently with sofar sounds, costa rica with fellow singer-songwriter sam garrett, and spending the summer of 2023 performing on festival stages of all sizes ACROSS EUROPE, roaman continues to "make the revolution irresistible" and captivate international audiences with his original music medicine, offering solace and rallying PEOPLE FROM ALL WALKS OF LIFE toward MORE authenticity, harmony, positivity and positive change. He's currently immersed in crafting his latest STUDIO album "STAY OPEN TO LIFE", due iN JULY 2024.
PARALLEL TO WRITING, PRODUCING AND PERFORMING HIS ORIGINAL MUSIC, ROAMAN ALSO OFFERS PUBLIC WORKSHOPS AND PRIVATE MENTORSHIPS ON "the foundations of CONSCIOUS SONGWRITING" WITH THE INTENTION OF EDUCATING, INSPIRING AND EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION OF ARTISTS WITH EVERYTHING THEY NEED TO TURN THEIR FEELINGS, experiences and stories INTO original music and songs.
