Newly reformed Roxette kicks off its European tour in Budapest
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Although we thought in 2016 that we could say goodbye to Roxette and the chance to hear their evergreen hits live, Per Gessle, the band’s founder, has now picked up the torch and will return to the stage in 2025 with Swedish superstar Lena Philipsson on a tour called Roxette In Concert. The first stop on the European tour will be Budapest.
Roxette In Concert
The first leg of Roxette In Concert has just ended—and it has been a massive success. Kicking off with a groundbreaking performance in Cape Town, South Africa, the tour continued through Pretoria and then moved on to nine unforgettable shows in Australia.
The energy was electrifying, with over 75,000 fans singing along to the iconic anthems, again proving Roxette’s music’s timeless appeal. The response has been extraordinary, with both critics and fans celebrating the powerful performances. The highly anticipated arena tour will follow a select run of summer concerts across Europe, including several major festival appearances and four already sold-out shows in Sweden.
“We may only be in the first quarter of 2025, but Roxette is already the top contender for the best live show of the year.” – Sheldon Ang Media
“More than just a concert, it was a reminder of what live music is supposed to be: uplifting, electric, and unforgettable.” – Music Festivals Australia
“The setlist was a masterclass in hit-making, from the sweeping ballad It Must Have Been Love to the high-energy How Do You Do! and Joyride. The encore delivered peak nostalgia—Spending My Time and Listen to Your Heart brought the emotion, while The Look had the crowd on their feet. Closing with Queen of Rain, Roxette proved that even after all these years, their music still resonates.” – Newcastle Live
It’s been five years since Roxette lost Marie Fredriksson to cancer, a devastating loss that left family, friends, and fans in grief. Yet, their legacy lives on, with their songs continuously streamed, played, and enjoyed by old and new supporters around the world.