Hugh Cornwell

Hugh Cornwell, the original singer, guitarist and principal songwriter of The Stranglers, returns to Australia this June.

When future historians of music draw up a list of the movers and shakers who changed the modern musical landscape, there will be no doubt that Hugh Cornwell’s name will be prominent amongst them. As a pioneering musician, songwriter, and performer his pervasive influence persists in the record collections of music aficionados, across the globe’s radio waves and on stages around the world, Hugh’s presence is unquestionable.

As leader of The Stranglers, Hugh was the main songwriter of all the band’s most memorable songs across ten stellar albums all of whom consolidated Cornwell’s stature as a unique songwriter and musician. His lyrics to Golden Brown, from the La Folie album, and their multiple meanings, is a songwriting masterclass.

Widely regarded as the poet laureate of punk, Hugh Cornwell has also built a substantial and singular body of impressive solo albums.

“His solo work is a joy to listen to - great lyrics and wonderful guitars - and the Stranglers numbers stand the test of time, still sounding great after all these years.” - Scottish Music Network

HUGH CORNWELL 
AUSTRALIAN TOUR - JUNE 2026

Wed 10 June – Theatre Royal, Castlemaine
Fri 12 June – Corner Hotel, Melbourne
Sat 13 June – Manning Bar, Sydney
Sun 14 June – Crowbar, Brisbane
Thu 18 June – The Gov, Adelaide
Fri 19 June – The Rosemount, Perth