Industry Apr 23, 2026

James Valentine, Musician and Radio Personality, Dead at 64

Valentine was a prominent recording and touring artist through the 1980s with a string of Australian acts, including Hall of Fame-inducted new wave band Models.

Originally published by Billboard
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James Valentine, a saxophone player for the band Models and a radio presenter, has died at the age of 64. Valentine had a notable career in the 1980s, performing and recording with various Australian music groups, including the new wave band Models, which is part of the Hall of Fame. Originally reported by Billboard.