Rather sad news in from Roxette this week - the Swedish rockers were supposed to start the last leg of their massive RoXXXette 30th Anniversary Tour in June, but singer Marie Fredriksson has been advised by her doctors to refrain from touring. So unfortunately the remaining shows have been cancelled. The group have released these statements...
Marie: "It’s been an amazing 30 years! I feel nothing but joy and happiness when I look back on the Roxette world tours. All our shows and memories over the years will forever be a big part of my life. I’m particularly proud and grateful for coming back in 2009 after my severe illness and to have been able to take Roxette around the globe a couple of more times. Sadly, now my touring days are over and I want to take this opportunity to thank our wonderful fans that has followed us on our long and winding journey. I look forward to the release of our album ”Good Karma” in June – for me it’s our best album ever!”
Per: Who would have thought this small town band from the Swedish west coast were to be still on the loose after 30 years! We’ve done mind-blowing gigs all over the world that has taken us far beyond our wildest and craziest dreams. I want to thank all our fellow musicians and collaborators on and off the road. Thanks also to our beautiful fans, all of you who have listened, encouraged, waited, travelled, all of you who have shared the singing, laughter, joy and tears. Most of you have been just as much part of Roxette as we have! Without you, nothing (and I mean nothing!) would have been possible. Most of all I want to thank the mighty Marie, the Amazon of the holy voice, the Goddess of superb rock performance, the liberated and magnificent interpreter of my humble words and music, for this magic carpet ride which took us to the top of all the mountains. My God, what a great view we’ve had! The joyride on the road is over now – but we sure had fun, didn’t we?
Marie and Per formed Roxette in '86 & their debut single was ”Neverending Love”. In 1989 they became an overnight global sensation with ”The Look”, which was followed by hit after hit. They've toured the world many times, including shows in Australia just last year & have gained a devoted international fanbase. 75 million albums sold, 51 singles released, four US Billboard number ones & countless top hits on worldwide charts make Roxette one of the most successful bands in the history of pop and rock.
The band’s latest single ”It Just Happens” has just been released & has all the hallmarks of a classic Roxette hit, watch the lyric video below. Roxette's 10th studio album ”Good Karma” will be released on June 3.
Here are some of our favourite Roxette hits:
