Swedish pop rock band Roxette to perform in South Africa in 2025
The group's former singer Marie Fredriksson died in 2019 due to a brain tumour. For the upcoming tour the duo will be led by founder Per Gessle, who is accompanied by Swedish singer Lena Philipsson.
"This is all about my Roxette songs, this huge bundle of music and lyrics I've been writing for well over three decades," Gessle said in a statement. "I'm not starting a new duo. Marie will always be irreplaceable. However, I'm really lucky to have found an amazing voice and a brilliant performer in Lena Philipsson," he added.
"I co-wrote Lena's first major hit back in 1986 and she's one of the brightest shining stars Sweden has ever known. I'm extremely proud she wants to join me in my trek to keep the Roxette legacy alive," he continued. Philipsson said in the statement:"I'm both excited and thrilled about embarking on this tour. I really look forward to working with Per – he is a phenomenal songwriter and a never ending musical force."28 February 2025, SunBet Arena, Time Square, PretoriaWho we choose to trust can have a profound impact on our lives. Join thousands of devoted South Africans who look to News24 to bring them news they can trust every day.
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