Jimi Barbiani is an Italian musician known for his energetic blues rock. His three albums with the Jimi Barbiani Band — Back on the Tracks, Blue Side, and Boogie Down the Road — not only sold very well in Italy, but also found fans in the United States. Jimi Barbiani’s videos sometimes reach over 500,000 views. In February 2026, the Jimi Barbiani Band will perform at the Kiel and Rostock Blues Festivals, among others. Jimi will release his new album, Still In Love, in time for these festival appearances. The centerpiece of the album is: Jimi’s energetic version of Prince’s “Purple Rain.”