Olly Alexander Launches Bold Solo Era After Years & Years Transformation

Olly Alexander Steps Beyond Years & Years

Olly Alexander’s voice has been part of the British pop scene for over a decade. But now, he’s starting from scratch—at least that’s how he wants you to see it. After steering Years & Years from trio to solo project back in 2021, Olly is finally ditching the old band name entirely. He wants to be known just as Olly Alexander, and he’s game to fool you into thinking he’s a total newcomer. “I’m trying to fool people into thinking I’m a brand-new artist... Like I haven’t been around for 10 years,” he recently joked. Beneath that humor, there’s a serious drive to reinvent and break new ground.

The change of identity isn’t just about swapping band names. Olly sees this as an all-out rebirth. He’s got a signature falsetto and fearless approach to pop, but now he’s bent on surprising fans with new sounds and ideas. After all, shaking things up is something he’s never been afraid of—on stage or off.

From Pet Shop Boys to Eurovision: A Busy Music Journey

Reinvention isn’t just about fresh starts, though. Over the years, Olly’s been building a formidable resume, jumping into projects far beyond his own albums. Olly Alexander notably teamed up with synth-pop legends Pet Shop Boys on their vibrant 2019 single "Dreamland." Not long after, he went viral for his haunting version of the Pet Shop Boys’ "It’s a Sin." That performance wasn’t just about music—it was tied to his starring role in the groundbreaking TV drama It’s a Sin, which tackled the AIDS crisis and brought Olly even more critical acclaim.

His last record as Years & Years, 2022's Night Call, was a massive pop affair. But even that album hinted at the next chapter—one where Olly was ready to own the stage all by himself. So, when the UK needed an act to represent them at Eurovision 2024, Olly was the obvious choice. He seized the spotlight with "Dizzy," his first single under his own name, blowing away the crowd during the first semi-final. Sure, the UK wound up in 18th place, but Olly walked away having introduced his revamped artistry to millions. He made it clear: this was just the beginning.

• Solo career: A bold rebrand as Olly Alexander marks a departure from Years & Years’ legacy.
• Eurovision 2024: Alexander represented the UK, using the massive platform for his solo debut.
• Past highlights: Collaborations with the Pet Shop Boys, viral covers, and acclaimed TV roles pushed Olly into pop culture stardom.

Now fully on his own, Alexander is ready to surprise fans with every track, performance, and creative risk. It’s not about discarding the past, but charging into a fresh chapter—one where he’s in total control of his music, his brand, and his future.