Midge Ure (born James Ure, 10 October 1953, Cambuslang, Scotland) is a Scottish singer-songwriter, guitarist and record producer who rose to prominence as the frontman of new wave band Ultravox. He co-wrote and produced the 1984 Band Aid charity single "Do They Know It's Christmas?" with Bob Geldof - one of the best-selling singles in UK chart history - and co-organised the Live Aid concert at Wembley Stadium in 1985. His solo debut single "If I Was" reached number one in the UK in 1985, and he was awarded an OBE in 2005 for services to music and charity.
Midge Ure released his double album "A Man of Two Worlds" on Chrysalis Records on 8 May 2026, his first collection of original material in 12 years.
Ure launched the "A Man of Two Worlds" UK tour on 8 May 2026, with 21 dates across the UK and additional November shows added due to demand.
European tour dates were announced for summer 2026, including Kiel (20 June), Vienna (24 July) and Gelsenkirchen (25 July).
Ure cancelled all tour dates from September 2025 onwards after a routine medical check-up revealed a health issue requiring urgent treatment and recovery.
Ure performed at the Night of the Proms in Oberhausen, Germany, in November 2025.
Rock festival featuring international and Polish artists, including Midge Ure from Ultravox, Weather Systems, and Kwoon.
Midge Ure and Band Electronica perform classic tracks as part of The Classic Collection Tour 2027.
Midge Ure and Band Electronica perform classic compositions from the band's history as part of The Classic Collection Tour 2027.
Midge Ure and Band Electronica perform classic tracks from The Classic Collection in Hamburg.
Midge Ure and Band Electronica present "The Classic Collection" on their 2027 tour. The concert takes place on 2 March at 20:00 in Theater am Aegi.
Midge Ure and Band Electronica perform in Berlin, showcasing classic hits from The Classic Collection.
Midge Ure and Band Electronica perform classic hits as part of The Classic Collection Tour 2027.
Midge Ure, the legendary voice of Ultravox, performs with Band Electronica in an evening of electronic music.
Midge Ure and Band Electronica perform classic synth-pop and electronic music from their storied career.
Midge Ure and Band Electronica perform classic electronic music compositions as part of their 2027 tour.