Grammy-winning artist Richard Marx has recently made significant strides in his career, capturing the attention of Australian audiences. On August 3, 2025, Marx delivered a captivating performance at the 65th TV WEEK Logie Awards in Sydney. Sharing the stage with Australian singer Guy Sebastian, Marx performed a medley of his greatest hits, including the timeless ballad "Right Here Waiting." Expressing his gratitude, Marx stated, "Australians have always been huge supporters of my music and have brought their passion and infectious energy to my live shows across the decades." (thewest.com.au)
In addition to his Logies performance, Marx has joined the coaching panel of "The Voice Australia" for its 2025 season. He sits alongside fellow coaches Melanie C, Ronan Keating, and Kate Miller-Heidke. Marx expressed his enthusiasm for nurturing emerging talent, saying, "I’m really looking forward to being a coach on this new season of The Voice… I’m excited to have the opportunity to meet and nurture some truly talented singers." (au.variety.com)
Further showcasing his musical versatility, Marx released a new single titled "Magic Hour" on August 6, 2025. Co-written with his wife, Daisy Fuentes, the song emerged during a romantic getaway to Lizard Island in Australia. Marx recounted, "The second day on the beach, I sang the melody to my wife… and we started throwing out lines to each other. Within thirty minutes, the idea for 'Magic Hour' was born." (warm1069.com)
These recent developments have significantly increased public interest in Richard Marx, leading to a surge in online searches and discussions about his contributions to the music industry.