A Scottish music legend who lives near Wiltshire has issued an update after health issues forced him to cancel his tour last year.
James “Midge” Ure, 72, the frontman of electronic pop group Ultravox, whose track Vienna is among the most well-known songs of the 80s, broadcast his excitement in a social media post ahead of his band’s upcoming tour.
In a post on social media a week ago, Mr Ure wrote: “Looking forward to getting back on stage with my Band Electronica in a few months after my unscheduled break.”
While the post does not go into further detail, it likely refers to Mr Ure’s being forced to cancel and reschedule a number of shows after health issues emerged last year.
In August 2025, Mr Ure explained the health issue had been discovered during a routine check-up. The rescheduled performances include dates in Australia, New Zealand, the US and Europe.
In a statement shared at the time, he said: “It is with great sadness and difficulty that I have to reschedule all shows planned from September onwards. During a recent routine check-up, doctors discovered a health issue that requires urgent treatment and a period of recovery.
“I know many of you travel great distances, often across borders to attend the shows, and I never take that support for granted. I’m truly sorry for any inconvenience or disruption this causes to your plans.
“I remain fully committed to performing all shows currently scheduled for this month and I’m looking forward to being out there with you for as long as I’m able.”
Following the cancellation announcement last summer, Mr Ure reassured fans that the A Man Of Two Worlds Tour, due to take place in May and June of 2026, was “very much going ahead”.
According to his website, Midge’s next gig will take place within a matter of months as he opens his 2026 tour with a performance at Bath’s Forum on May 8, before he goes north to Liverpool as the tour gets underway.
In 2001, the Gazette and Herald reported that the music legend had relocated to Monkton Farleigh in Wiltshire in the 1990s. In 2023, the Guardian reported that Midge Ure lived in Somerset.
Announced last month, the 2026 tour promises to offer a “rare and deeply personal concert experience” for fans by bringing together album favourites with “cinematic instrumentals”.
Ure’s statement continued: “I’m aiming to be back on the road again as soon as possible and looking forward to getting back out there and sharing this music with you all.
“My team and I are working closely with promoters to reschedule the affected dates, and we’ll share updates on my Facebook page as soon as we have them. I kindly ask that you respect the privacy of myself and my family during this difficult time.”
He ended the statement saying: “Thank you, as always, for your understanding, patience, and unwavering support. It truly means a great deal. With thanks and love, Midge.”
Ure, who co-wrote Do They Know It’s Christmas? for Band Aid, has also enjoyed success as part of bands like Slik, Rich Kids, Thin Lizzy and Visage.
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