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Scottish Music icon
MIDGE URE
announces Australian return

With a career spanning set
including hits from
THE RICH KIDS, THIN LIZZY,
VISAGE & ULTRAVOX 

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MIDGE URE / Photo – Andy Siddens

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PRAISE

“James Ure may be 71 years old but tonight he defies his years as he walks us through his biggest hits of the past whether that be with Thin Lizzy, Rich Kids, Ultravox, Visage or his own solo material, we were taken on a magical journey back in time for the appropriately named Catalogue: The Hits Tour.” BRING THE NOISE UK

“This tour celebrates five decades in the game; at 71, sharply suited in black with pate glistening beneath the retro-pomp new wave lights, the former Ultravox frontman has slipped into the keen role of elder statesman with seeming ease and comfort.” THE YORKSHIRE POST

“…if anyone doubts that Midge touching 70 has still got what it takes then think again. Tonight’s show was superb both vocally and musically, with a set full of hits from Visage and Ultravox and some lesser known but equally as strong material.” BACKSEAT MAFIA

“…his passion for pop music, particularly pop music with a message, is a wonder to behold, and you will feel the spirit move through you. Majestic.” THE BROKEN SPINE

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Acclaimed musician and songwriter MIDGE URE is set to bring his extensive catalogue to Australia for an unmissable national tour this October; with all the hits from his accomplished solo career, as well as his work in bands such as Ultravox, The Rich Kids, Thin Lizzy and Visage. Touring Australia for the first time since 2020, Midge Ure’s return is an overdue one for longtime fans; for those who have yet to experience this globally revered musician perform, it is the perfect time to become initiated into the fold.

As a musician, Midge has been a key part of various significant moments in music history; along with his own solo commercial successes and work with numerous bands over the years, Midge’s work in co-writing and producing ‘Do They Know It’s Christmas’ for Band Aid enshrined him alongside Bob Geldof as one of the most important figures in British music.

Midge’s career as a touring artist has continued to flourish through the decades into the 2020s, marking his 70th birthday with a one-night only live music event at London’s iconic Royal Albert Hall. Titled Celebrating 7 Decades: A Life In Music, the event was an acknowledgement of Midge’s life and journey through music and creativity; a perfect way to celebrate a birthday, but also an untouchable set of contributions to popular music.

The show, recorded and released as Live At The Royal Albert Hall in 2024, reinforced Midge’s cultural and musical legacy, and became further inspiration for him to keep the celebrations going, in bringing the ‘Catalogue’ tour to Australia.

“I performed live long before I was ever allowed anywhere near a recording studio and as much as I love spending time writing and recording, live music remains my first love. This ‘Catalogue’ tour will allow me to not only play a wide selection of hits from my past but perform some of the most requested favourites. Revisiting these moments from my musical life is something I am really looking forward to sharing.” MIDGE URE

Midge Ure’s career is one marked with multiple accolades  and life accomplishments, not limited to receiving a slew of internationally renowned awards including the Ivor Novello, Grammy and BASCAP Awards, as well being appointed OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) for his contributions to music and charity.

Over the years he has contributed to countless number 1  hit singles and records in the UK and beyond;  including Silk’s ‘Forever & Ever’ (which managed to beat out ABBA’s ‘Mama Mia’ on Valentines day in 1976); seven consecutive top 10 UK albums over 6 years for Ultravox; Visage’s ‘Fade To Grey’ which hit number 8 in the UK and number 1 in Germany; his own solo number 1 hit ‘If I Was’ and UK Number 2 album ‘The Gift’ in 1984; and of course the legendary 1984 Band Aid single “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” which has sold over 12 million copies since its release in 1984.

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Outside of the studio – Midge has worked as a musical director for legendary concerts such as The Prince’s Trust, Night of the Proms, Wicked Women for Breakthrough, and In Honour Of Nelson Mandela; performed alongside the likes of Phil Collins, Mark Knopfler, Sting, Elton John, Eric Clapton and Sir Paul McCartney for the Music for Montserrat benefit in 1997 and was a driving force behind the legendary 2005 Live 8 Concert which featured just about every major performer from across the globe.

MIDGE URE
Australian Tour Dates

Tickets on sale via Destroy All Lines

9am local time Thursday 27 March

Thursday 9 October Astor Theatre Perth
Saturday 11 October The Gov Adelaide
Sunday 12 October The Tivoli Brisbane
Tuesday 14 October Odeon Theatre Hobart
Thursday 16 October Enmore Theatre Sydney
Friday 17 October Palais Theatre Melbourne

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Follow MIDGE URE
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AMNPLIFY – DB