Sfera Ebbasta @ Palanord

Italian rapper Gionata Boschetti (aka Sfera Ebbasta) was born and raised in Cinisello Balsamo in 1992, a fact that he often referenced in his music. At the young of 13, his father passed away, leaving him responsible for his mother and sister -- a responsibility he coped with by writing rhymes. Although he dropped out of school, it wasn't long before he found the means to forge a successful rap career in Italy. Alongside close friend and producer Charlie Charles, he spent ten years perfecting his craft; by age 23, he was regarded as an emerging talent within the Italian rap scene. Together with Charlie Charles they founded their own brand, Billionheadz, through which they released merchandise and music; their first release was a mixtape titled XDVR Reloaded. By 2016, Sfera Ebbasta released his debut self-titled album; this time through publication deals with Universal and Def Jam.