INXS - Need You Tonight / Mediate

Step back to 1987 and the visually groundbreaking music video for INXS's smash hit, "Need You Tonight / Mediate." This wasn't just a song; it was a cultural moment delivered through a kaleidoscope of live-action footage, stop-motion animation, and innovative visual effects. It perfectly captured the band's sleek, energetic sound and Michael Hutchence's charismatic presence. The unique "Mediate" section, paying direct homage to Bob Dylan's iconic 'Subterranean Homesick Blues' cue cards, added an unexpected layer of artistic depth and cool. Winning the MTV Video Music Award for Video of the Year solidified its status as a defining piece of the era's music video artistry. It was a constant presence on MTV, shaping the visual language of music and making INXS global superstars, becoming an indelible part of the soundtrack and visual landscape of the late 80s.