RICHARD MARX RETURNS: ‘AFTER HOURS’ DELUXE BOX SET & AUSTRALIAN TOUR ANNOUNCED
Multi-platinum artist Richard Marx is set to make a sophisticated return to Australian stages with the announcement of his After Hours national tour, alongside the release of the highly anticipated After Hours (Deluxe Box Set), arriving May 22, 2026, via Richard Marx, Inc.
Following the original album’s chart-topping success, debuting at #1 on the ARIA Jazz & Blues Album Chart, After Hours marks a striking evolution for Marx. A departure from his iconic pop-rock catalogue, the project sees him reinterpret the Great American Songbook through a modern, deeply cinematic lens.
Recorded entirely live with a 24-piece orchestra, the album captures a rare, unfiltered artistry, each track performed in full takes, echoing the timeless recording style of legends like Sinatra and Martin. The result is an immersive, late-night listening experience that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly contemporary.
The album is further elevated through standout collaborations with Rod Stewart, Kenny G and Chris Botti, bringing together a world-class roster of musicians in a project that celebrates musical heritage with effortless sophistication.
A Collector’s Dream: Deluxe Box Set
For devoted fans and collectors, the limited-edition Deluxe 1LP/CD Box Set is a statement in luxury. Designed with a mid-century hotel aesthetic, the box set transforms the album into a fully immersive experience.
Inside, expect:
180g 1LP black vinyl
CD in an exclusive sleeve
A premium coffee table book
Scented candle
Curated cocktail menu
Coasters and cocktail stirrer
Casino dice
“Do Not Disturb” door tag
Hotel stationery
Individually numbered edition
With only 1,000 units available worldwide, 500 copies will include a personally signed postcard from Marx—an exclusive offering for Australian fans.
The Australian Tour: An Intimate, Elevated Experience
In celebration of After Hours, Marx will embark on a national theatre tour this April, bringing the album’s rich orchestration and intimate mood to some of Australia’s most prestigious venues.
Marx has always had an affection for Australia, describing his connection to his Aussie fans as a “love affair” spanning across four decades.
The connection between Richard Marx and Australia is deep. His 1989 signature ballad ‘Right Here Waiting’ was a #1 ARIA Platinum single, and the track has seen a massive global resurgence recently, surpassing 650 million streams on Spotify following its inclusion in the film ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’.
Tour Dates:
Thursday 16 April – Brisbane, Concert Hall (QPAC)
Sunday 19 April – Sydney, Opera House Concert Hall
Monday 20 April – Canberra, Royal Theatre
Wednesday 22 April – Newcastle, Civic Theatre
Friday 24 April – Melbourne, Margaret Court Arena
Audiences can expect a live performance that blends the romance of jazz-era classics with Marx’s signature storytelling, an evening designed to feel as though you’ve stepped into a late-night lounge from another era.
With After Hours, Richard Marx doesn’t just revisit the past, he redefines it. Both the album and the tour promise an experience that speaks to timeless taste, musical craftsmanship and a new chapter in an already remarkable career.
For more information and tickets please visit https://www.tegdainty.com/tour/richard-marx/
