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Michael Kelland John Hutchence (22 January 1960 – 22 November 1997) 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.
Nov 22, 2022 · The tragic final days of INXS’s Michael Hutchence — ‘nicest guy in the world’. By. Chuck Arnold. Published Nov. 22, 2022, 8:00 a.m. ET. With an alluring Mick Jagger-meets-Jim Morrison aura,...
- Chuck Arnold
Mar 22, 2022 · How did Michael Hutchence, the frontman of the Australian rock band INXS, die in a Sydney hotel in 1997? Was it a suicide or an accident? Explore the facts, theories, and controversies surrounding his mysterious death.
- Michael’s family was surprised he wanted to be a frontman because he was so introverted. Tina Hutchence, Michael’s half-sister, recalls a time when she was managing the kids’ wear section of a department store and needed Michael and his brother to participate in a fashion show.
- When it came to making music, he was a natural. In the early part of INXS’ career, Hutchence loved recording. “He was always the first person to arrive at the studio,” producer Chris Thomas says in the film, as “What You Need” plays.
- He felt he had to compartmentalize himself to manage fame. When the band’s Kick album became a sextuple-platinum megahit, Hutchence had to get over his innate shyness quickly and figure out a way to navigate all the attention.
- He impressed Bono greatly. “I remember asking Michael what his definition of rock & roll was,” the U2 singer recalls of his late friend in a reverent tone.
Dec 29, 2019 · A documentary by filmmaker Richard Lowenstein reveals how a violent altercation in 1995 left the singer with permanent brain damage and depression. He also explores Hutchence's relationship with Kylie Minogue and his fear of losing love.
- Bethany Minelle
Nov 22, 2022 · Bryan Wawzenek Updated: November 22, 2022. Jim Steinfeldt, Getty Images. INXS frontman Michael Hutchence lived a rock ’n’ roll lifestyle. He dated famous models and pop stars, and accounts of...
Nov 22, 2017 · The ABC News article remembers the INXS singer's legacy as a musician and a performer, despite the tabloid attention and the controversy over his cause of death. It also highlights the band's impact and popularity, and the fans' appreciation of their songs.
