Olly, the rising star of the Italian music scene, has officially announced La Grande Festa, a special concert celebrating his recent triumphs, set to take place on September 4, 2025, at the iconic Ippodromo Snai di San Siro, Milan. Following his victory at the prestigious 75th Festival di Sanremo with the hit song "Balorda Nostalgia," Olly expressed his excitement, stating, "This will be a special event to celebrate a year of success with all my people." Tickets for the concert went on sale and were sold out within just thirty minutes, reflecting the intense demand from fans eager to witness this memorable occasion.
The announcement of La Grande Festa highlights Olly's remarkable year marked by extraordinary achievements. Not only did "Balorda Nostalgia" debut at #1 on the FIMI/GfK charts, but it has also maintained its position across major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, and Apple Music. The song, co-written by Olly, Pierfrancesco Pasini, and JVLI, explores the theme of nostalgia—a powerful, often painful emotion described by the artist as "balordo" due to its unpredictable nature.
Alongside the staggering success of his single, Olly's sophomore album, "Tutta Vita," has also garnered significant attention, boasting over 400 million streams across audio and video formats. The album is currently the most listened to on both Spotify and Amazon Music, underscoring Olly's growing popularity and connection with his audience.
With La Grande Festa set for September, fans can look forward to celebrating not only Olly's recent accolades but also his artistic growth and future endeavors. Olly, whose real name is Federico Olivieri, has been cultivating his musical career since he was fifteen, beginning with early releases on social media and gaining wider recognition through his participation at Sanremo Giovani.
His participation at the Festival, where he initially captured the audience's attention with his song "Polvere," has propelled him to new heights. Hits such as "Per due come noi," featuring Angelina Mango, and his powerful single "Devastante," have solidified his place within the contemporary music scene.
The La Grande Festa concert promises to be more than just a performance; it will be a celebration of the artistic pathway Olly has traveled so far. After wrapping up this monumental event, he will continue his "Tutta Vita Tour," which has already sold out its 2025 shows. spanning numerous Italian cities, including Jesolo, Florence, Bologna, Turin, and beyond, with more dates anticipated to be added for 2026.
This year has truly been transformative for Olly, who has evolved from being a talented up-and-comer to one of Italy's most promising musical talents. His ability to resonate with audiences through heartfelt lyrics and relatable themes has earned him loyal fans.
La Grande Festa is set to be not just another concert but a culminating experience where fans join Olly to celebrate his triumphant year. Olly's remarkable ascent through the music industry serves as inspiration for many aspiring artists, showcasing the potential for hard work and creativity to yield significant rewards.
With the excitement building for this event, Olly encourages his fans to be part of this extraordinary celebration of music, emotion, and community. Anticipation grows as he gears up to deliver what is expected to be one of the year’s highlight performances at San Siro, promising not just musings from his past but glimpses of the bright future he is carving out.
"La Grande Festa" on September 4 will undoubtedly be an unforgettable moment for Olly's fans and will mark another significant milestone in his blossoming career.