2025 promises to be an extraordinary year for live music in Italy, with some of the biggest international artists ready to take to the peninsula's stages. From rock giants to rising pop stars, through electronica and blues, here are the most anticipated concerts of next year.
Fontaines DC – Irish post-punk conquers Italy
Among the most hyped names of the moment, Fontaines DC led by Grian Chatten return to Italy to present live their latest album Romance, released last August. The band, which has redefined the boundaries of post-punk with a more futuristic sound evolution, has a special bond with our country, declaring that it was inspired by Italy for the visual imagery of the album. The announced dates include Milan (Fabrique) and Rome (Auditorium Parco della Musica).
Rolling Stones – The legends of rock at the Olympic Stadium
Mick Jagger and his friends return to Italy for a single, unmissable date at the Olympic Stadium in Rome in the last week of May. After the iconic lives of 2014 and 2024 at the Circus Maximus, the Rolling Stones promise a show that will combine timeless classics and new surprises.
Bruce Springsteen – The Boss lights up San Siro
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will return to their Italian home: the San Siro Stadium in Milan. With a new album in the works and a career that knows no pauses, the Boss will give his audience two consecutive evenings of pure rock and poetry, between historical songs and new emotions.
Kraftwerk – The avant-garde electronic live in Turin
The electronic pioneers Kraftwerk arrive at the Teatro Regio in Turin with their 3D multimedia show. A journey through sounds and images that celebrates over fifty years of career and musical influence, from the digital minimalism of the 70s to the contemporary.
The Black Keys – Blues and rock in stadiums
Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney, better known as The Black Keys, bring their unmistakable mix of blues and rock to Italian arenas. Stops include Bologna (Unipol Arena) and Naples (Palapartenope), with a lineup that will range from classics to tracks from the latest album Dropout Boogie.
Dua Lipa – The queen of pop at the Mediolanum Forum
The queen of contemporary pop Dua Lipa will stop at the Mediolanum Forum in Assago with her new world tour. After the global success of Future Nostalgia and the wait for his next album, the concert promises spectacle, breathtaking choreography and unprecedented stage production.
Santana – The magic of the guitar in Verona
Carlos Santana returns to Italy for a special date at the Verona Arena. Among legendary songs such as Black Magic Woman and Smooth, the Mexican guitarist will offer an evening of virtuosity and the fusion of rock, blues and Latin sounds.
Ed Sheeran – Intimacy and hits
British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran will make Italian stadiums vibrate with his intimate and universal music. Dates include Florence (Stadio Artemio Franchi) and Turin (Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino), with a setlist that will span hits from across his career.
Billie Eilish – The voice of generation Z in Milan
After conquering the world with her unique music and unmistakable style, Billie Eilish will arrive in Milan for a concert at the Mediolanum Forum. An opportunity to listen live to the tracks of her latest album and the successes that have made her one of the most influential artists on the contemporary scene.
Daniel D`Amico for SANREMO.FM