Damiano David has never been shy about testing his camera lens to its limits, but in his latest shoot with photographer damon baker Proving that he still knows how to captivate an audience. The former Mannequin frontman puts his rock star charm on full display with the sultry spread, which is already making fans reconsider their definition of “too hot to handle.”
Baker captures David in a series of intimate, sun-drenched, water-soaked scenes that blur the lines between editorial fashion and pure seduction. One shot shows him taking a shower wearing only a pair of wet briefs, his physique outlined in a way that leaves little to the imagination. His tattoos ran down his torso like bold punctuation marks, adding an irresistible charm that helped turn mannequins into a worldwide sensation.
In another frame, David emerges from the shadows with an unmistakable smile on his face. This time I don’t have anything on me except for some strategically placed books. This image leans toward playful exhibitionism, giving the viewer just the slightest barrier between curiosity and wishful thinking. Baker’s lighting makes David’s skin glow, highlighting his athletic physique and the muscular definition of his thighs, which has long drawn comparisons to mythical statues.
The shoot also includes a moment where David sprawls out in the sun, allowing natural light to capture the edges of his ink and the curves of his body. His other side also made an appearance, a cheeky nod that fans were quick to appreciate on social media. These photos radiate the same mischievous confidence he brings to the stage, part glam rock attitude, part effortless Italian seduction.
David’s comfort in front of Baker’s lens mirrors the trajectory of his musical career. As the charismatic face of Mannequin, he helped lead the Italian rock group from a Eurovision breakout to international tours, chart-topping success and a Grammy nomination. Their blend of charm, grit, and gender-bending style made them a natural fit for an LGBTQ+ audience that saw themselves in a band that defied norms.
Earlier this year, David transitioned into a solo era, a move marked by a more experimental and introspective sound. Although he’s no longer with the band that launched him, his presence in pop culture hasn’t diminished. If anything, Baker’s new photo highlights that David’s magnetism, both musically and physically, is stronger than ever.
Whether fans come for the music or the visuals, David knows how to keep his audience captivated. And with this shoot, he gives Gayety readers exactly what they want. It’s a little mystery, a lot of heat, and the unmistakable promise that making headlines isn’t over.
Source: Gayety – gayety.com
