Roxette at Kings Park and Botanic Garden. Wednesday, March 5, 2025

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Then it was time for the main act. Swedish pop legends Roxette hit the stage with an undeniable swagger, ready to take fans on an emotional journey through their greatest hits. Starting with The Big L. and Sleeping in My Car, the band immediately transported the audience to the peak of their ’80s and ’90s success. Dressed for Success had the crowd dancing, while Crash! Boom! Bang! brought back memories of their time recording the album in Capri.

The classics continued with Fading Like a Flower, She’s Got Nothing On, and Things Will Never Be the Same. The emotional pinnacle came with Vulnerable, where lead vocalist Per Gessle’s powerful performance and the heartfelt lyrics resonated deeply with everyone in the audience.

Dedicated to Marie Fredriksson, who passed away in 2019, It Must Have Been Love was a poignant moment that had the entire arena in a reflective silence, followed by cheers as the band moved into the uplifting How Do You Do!. The chemistry between the band was evident.

The encore was a crowd-pleasing hit parade, starting with the romantic duet Spending My Time, followed by a full band version of Listen to Your Heart that brought the house down. The evening concluded with the unforgettable The Look, leaving the audience wanting more.

On an epic night of music legends, Boom Crash Opera brought the nostalgia, Jon Stevens delivered raw power and emotion, and Roxette closed the evening with their flawless pop magic. It was a truly special night filled with unforgettable moments that left every fan in attendance feeling like they’d witnessed history in the making.

If you weren’t there, you missed an epic celebration of pop rock at its finest.