Beyond the Blues

When Simon Anke and Mauro Pandolfino come together, sparks fly: two one-man bands deeply rooted in the blues, with heads full of sonic visions. Mauro, a guitarist from Rome, moves effortlessly between ’50s electric blues, Afro-jazz, and Hendrix-inspired ecstasy — known for his work with Arcadius Divadi and the retro duo The Shallaras. Simon, a pianist from Berlin, has accompanied greats like Jocelyn B. Smith, Keimzeit, and The Voice of Germany, while composing and producing for his own projects such as LÜX and Björn Bergmann. Together, they unleash pure joy and energy — crafting a sound that bridges past and present with a bold groove.