INXS Day

INXS turns 45, and in twist to the finest of traditions, the Australian new wave act is handing out the presents. The alternative rock outfit announces INXS Day and, to celebrate, prepares a slew of physical and digital releases, merch and a special TikTok streaming party. All of it swings back to this day (Aug. 16), 45 years ago, when INXS sprung to life with a debut performance at a house party in Whale Beach, Sydney. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The group was then known as The Farriss Brothers, after the founding core of Andrew, Jon and Tim Farriss. The name INXS (pronounced in-excess) came later, and stuck. INXS Day, launched in association with Petrol Records, Universal Music Group and Rhino Records, kicks off Tuesday with an ex...