INXS were an Australian rock band formed in 1977 in Sydney. Originally called the Farriss Brothers, the band's founding members were bassist Garry Gary Beers, main composer and keyboardist Andrew Farr
INXS in 1983
Lead singer Michael Hutchence in 1986
The members of INXS collaborated with several Australian singers before settling on Jon Stevens as a replacement for Hutchence.
J.D. Fortune performing with the band in July 2011
Michael Kelland John Hutchence was an Australian singer and songwriter. He was the co-founder, lead singer and lyricist of the rock band INXS from 1977 until his death in 1997. The band sold over 50 m
January 1994, on stage during the Dirty Honeymoon world tour
Hutchence memorial at Northern Suburbs Crematorium, North Ryde, New South Wales. Inscription reads: "In loving memory of Michael Kelland Hutchence, 22 January 1960 - 22 November 1997. Beloved son of Patricia and Kelland, brother of Rhett and Tina, partner of Paula, father of Tiger Lily. A sensitive and loving soul who touched hearts around the world. So dearly loved - so sadly missed. 'Stay young'. Ashes Scattered in Rose Bay 22 January 1998."