Midge Ure

Midge Ure is one of the pioneering voices of new wave synth pop. Predominantly known for his work with Visage and Ultravox, the guitarist/vocalist started his career in the 1970s outfits Slik and the Rich Kids. Following his departure from Visage and a brief stint in Thin Lizzy, Ure became a key member of Ultravox, bringing his songwriting skills to help them record one of the defining albums of the '80s, Vienna. Alongside Bob Geldof, Ure was also instrumental in setting up Band Aid, while also co-writing the single "Do They Know It's Christmas?" By 1985, he had branched out o...