Michael Hutchence
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Michael Kelland John Hutchence was an Australian singer, songwriter, and actor. 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 million records worldwide and was inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame in 2001.
Hutchence in 1986
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."
INXS
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INXS were an Australian rock band, formed as the Farriss Brothers in 1977 in Sydney. The founding members were bassist Garry Gary Beers, main composer and keyboardist Andrew Farriss, drummer Jon Farriss, guitarist Tim Farriss, lead singer and main lyricist Michael Hutchence, and guitarist and saxophonist Kirk Pengilly. For 20 years, INXS was fronted by Hutchence, whose magnetic stage presence made him the focal point of the band. Initially known for their new wave/pop style, the band later developed a harder pub rock style that included funk and dance elements.
INXS performing in July 2012
INXS circa 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.