WILL it finally come to pass that Hong Kong's most elusive ex-schoolboy, Michael Hutchence, and his band INXS play a gig in the territory? ''INXS to play Hong Kong'' rumours have cropped up regularly over the years, without Hutchence being able to confirm a date in the place where he studied and where he owns a house.
Now, word comes from Australia that INXS has been approached to head a massive Aussie band promotion at the Happy Valley racecourse in December.
The proposed show is the brainchild of the Australian High Commission and other government agencies.
The band's record company said INXS had yet to receive an official proposal for the show. Be patient, and watch this space. IN THE wake of the tragic death in Japan of lead singer Wong Ka-kui, Beyond has decided to do some globe-trotting and soul-searching.
The band has given itself three months and a free itinerary to travel the world and seek inspiration. Without Ka-kui, who was responsible for much of Beyond's musical direction and creative output, the band is at the crossroads.
Still, New Order did spring from Joy Division in the wake of a tragedy. By way of help, Japanese management company Amuse has set up a production team to help the band.