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1 year

On this day in 1985, Simple Minds performed at the iconic Live Aid Concert. The band took to the stage at the John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia, USA, performing in front of 100,000 people.

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Happy birthday to the one and only Jim Kerr! - SMHQ

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Simple Minds released their seventh studio album 'Once Upon A Time' on this day in 1985.

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"Like a glittering prize, I saw you up on a clear day" Released as a single in 1982, 'Glittering Prize' was a taster for the album 'New Gold Dream'. It reached number 16 on the UK singles chart and had greater success in Australia, New Zealand & Norway, reaching the top 10.

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Yesterday on ‘Desert Island Discs’ Bono chose Simple Minds ‘Someone, Somewhere in Summertime’ as his final choice Fast forward to 31:18 Bono's generosity and love for Simple Minds is much appreciated JK @U2

Desert Island Discs - Bono, singer and songwriter - BBC Sounds

Bono, singer and songwriter, shares the soundtrack of his life with Lauren Laverne.

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4 months

'Don't You (Forget About Me)' was released in the UK on this day in 1985 and has remained a live performance highlight ever since. Over the years and including the band's 2024 Global Tour, which track has blown you away when played live?

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Simple Minds announce a ‘40 Years Of Hits’ Tour plus new compilation & single release! The band will play 38 cities across 12 European countries in 2020 Tickets on sale Friday Oct4 from 9am BST Details: Watch the new video:

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6 months

Today marks the 40th anniversary of 'Sparkle In The Rain', the platinum selling sixth studio album by Simple Minds.

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GLITTERING PRIZE Time flies...Released 40 years ago this week The theme of the song loosely deals with the notion of somehow finding ourselves becoming inspired. As in : Being struck by a divine influence, one that is directly and immediately exerted upon the mind or soul. JK

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"There was nothing more important to us than the music and the band." - Jim Kerr Watch Simple Minds perform their 1982 album 'New Gold Dream (81–82–83–84)' this Friday at 10pm on @SkyArts ' Greatest Albums Live or on demand (UK & Ireland only) on @NOW .

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6 months

"The streets are empty, the streets are cold. Won't you come on home, won't you come on home?" 'Belfast Child' made its debut as the lead track on Simple Minds' Ballad of the Streets EP, which was released this month in 1989.

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DOWNTOWN LIGHTS I was still a toddler the first time my parents took me into Glasgow city centre to see the Christmas lights. The excitement of it all still feels unsurpassed. Some thrills really do last forever! Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year To All! Jim Kerr

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2 years

TIME TO PAUSE A short pause is always useful. Time to catch our breath after a whirlwind 2 month tour. To contemplate on the fortune bestowed on us through the gift of music and the luck that has seen us travel safely and in good health. See you soon! JK Pic YS

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Jim and Bono were interviewed at @RockWerchter this month in 1983, when both Simple Minds and @U2 were on the bill for that year's festival.

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CHEERS! "The bad news is time flies. The good news is you’re the pilot." It is unnerving how time is seemingly going faster than I ever anticipated. That said, I always welcome the spirit of each New Year as it comes to my door. Wishing You All A Very Happy New Year! JK

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11 months

New Gold Dream - Live in Newcastle, 1982.

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'Simple Minds: Everything Is Possible' is coming to @ParamountPlusUK on 22nd December. The first-ever feature-length documentary-film chronicling the most iconic and influential Scottish band in history.

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Many thanks to @allontheboard for displaying this Simple Minds poem at North Greenwich station yesterday, just before the band took to the stage at @TheO2 .

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1 year

Watch Simple Minds' performance of 'Someone Somewhere In Summertime' filmed for Sky Art's 'Greatest Albums Live' series, as well as their new album, 'New Gold Dream - Live From Paisley Abbey.'

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As part of @skytv 's 'Greatest Albums Live' series, Simple Minds have performed their breakthrough 1982 album 'New Gold Dream (81–82–83–84)' at the stunning Paisley Abbey.

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"When Charlie and Mick came up with The American, the noise of that. I thought this is it. This is a Simple Minds thing. There was a swagger there. I think we just knew." - JK 'The American', the first single from 'Sons And Fascination' was released on this day in 1981.

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Released this month in 1981 as the second single from 'Sons and Fascination', 'Love Song' marked Simple Minds' first single entry into the UK Top 50. The track quickly became a live favourite and a regular feature on most of the band's subsequent tours.

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3 months

"If you can see the lights, shout out where you'll be" Simple Minds released 'See The Lights' on this day in 1991.

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2 years

Huge thank you to everyone who's been supporting Simple Minds' new album 'Direction of the Heart'! The band are absolutely thrilled to be #4 in the UK charts and it's thanks to you amazing people that they've achieved this.

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5 months

Simple Minds are set to start their UK tour dates in Leeds tomorrow. Which track are you most excited to hear live? Photo by Harry Williams

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4 months

This month marks the 45th anniversary of Simple Minds' debut album 'Life In A Day'.

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Hunter And The Hunted - Live in Newcastle, 1982.

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Tomorrow...

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2 years

Don't You (Forget About Me) made number 1 on Virgin Radio's 100 Greatest Songs Of The 80's, as chosen by the public! Did some of your favourite tracks make the list?

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Simple Minds' critically acclaimed and groundbreaking album 'New Gold Dream' was released this week in 1982. Experience the album performed live from Paisley Abbey as it arrives October 27th on limited edition red and black marble vinyl, CD, and digital.

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"New Gold Dream is the record when Simple Minds really became Simple Minds." - JK Experience the iconic album performed live from Paisley Abbey as it arrives on October 27th, available in a limited edition red & black marble vinyl, CD, and digital formats.

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Recorded during a special one-off live performance in Scotland’s 12th Century Paisley Abbey, Simple Minds performed their critically lauded & ground-breaking 1982 album New Gold Dream for @SkyArts ' ‘Greatest Albums live’ series.

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'Someone Somewhere In Summertime' from Simple Minds' upcoming album 'New Gold Dream - Live From Paisley Abbey' is out now! This performance, featured in Sky Art's 'Greatest Albums Live' series, is now available to watch and listen to here:

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4 years

Forever Young.....Happy Birthday Charlie!!!!!

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Simple Minds’ chart-topping album ‘Street Fighting Years’ was released 35 years ago this month.

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"We were ready for what was coming our way" - Jim Kerr Thank you to everyone who was able to watch ‘Simple Minds - New Gold Dream - Live from Paisley Abbey’ on Friday on @skytv .

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7 years

"Today it is truly our pleasure to bring #WalkBetweenWorlds – into this world! We poured heart and soul into this music and we are delighted with the result. We sincerely hope our fans enjoy getting to know this new album" Jim Kerr Out Now: #SimpleMinds

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2 years

THE SPIRIT OF THE TIMES Released 35 years ago today, 'LIVE IN THE CITY OF LIGHT' was Simple Minds first ever live album, and is still one of my personal favourites. No 1 in the UK album charts, it genuinely captured the spirit of Simple Minds live at that point in time. JK

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1 year

"Charlie... Help! I need a glass of water Jeez I said water Not whisky! Happened as I was about to tell all Minds fans how much we are missing being on tour And what we have decided to do about that What do you reckon Charlie...Should we leave the announcement for next week?" JK

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Waterfront - Live in Dortmund, 1984 Simple Minds return to Germany tonight with a show at the Barclays Arena in Hamburg. The last remaining tickets for all upcoming shows can be found at

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2 years

Simple Minds' new album 'Direction of the Heart' is out now:

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40 YEARS AGO, SIMPLE MINDS CHANGED EVERYTHING WITH NEW GOLD DREAM (81-82-83-84) Listen to producer Peter Walsh discuss the making/recording of New Gold Dream.

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2 years

EDINBURGH... AT LAST! And as our tour comes to a halt in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle, it is guaranteed that we'll be doing our damnedest to ensure a great time is had by all who are travelling to see us tonight and tomorrow...We can't wait! JK

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6 months

'Don't You (Forget About Me)' was released on this day in 1985, closely coinciding with the release of John Hughes' film 'The Breakfast Club'.

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9 months

‘Simple Minds: Everything Is Possible' coming soon to @ParamountPlusUK . Photo by Andy Earl.

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2 months

"When the Belfast Child sings again" Since its release in 1989, 'Belfast Child' has consistently been a highlight of Simple Minds' live shows. As we look forward to the summer leg of their Global Tour, which song has left a lasting impression on you when you’ve heard it live?

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"We genuinely do believe this one has set a standard and it's going to require a lot of hard work to top it." - Charlie discussing the release of 'New Gold Dream' on Channel 4's 'The Tube' in 1982.

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1 year

Simple Minds are thrilled to announce the UK & Irish leg of their 2024 Global Tour with special guests Del Amitri! More shows throughout the rest of the world will be announced soon. Tickets will go on general sale at 9am BST on Friday, September 8th:

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4 years

The finishing line is within touching distance. I’m talking about the recording of the latest Simple Minds album. And what to do now... as the headphones come off on the last days of recording? Easy! I'm already thinking about the next album. "The music never stops."

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2 years

Simple Minds will be making their long-awaited first appearance on Later with Jools Holland tonight. Tune in from 9:35pm on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer. Also tonight from 10 pm you can hear Charlie and Jim’s extensive interview with Billy Sloan on BBC Radio Scotland.

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Simple Minds are set to release a new live version of their iconic track 'Someone Somewhere In Summertime' this Friday. Featured in Sky Art's 'Greatest Albums Live' series, this track is part of their upcoming album 'New Gold Dream - Live From Paisley Abbey'.

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8 months

Watch the highly anticipated documentary 'Simple Minds: Everything Is Possible' premiering tomorrow exclusively on @ParamountPlusUK .

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7 years

Just announced, #WalkBetweenWorlds is number 4 in the UK Chart today!... #SimpleMinds first top 5 album in over 20 years! "We are overwhelmed with such a positive response to our new album, both in UK and throughout Europe. We want to thank all our fans for supporting our music."

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PIANO 36 As you’ll see from this article, Jim and Charlie have helped their old secondary school to buy a new piano for the music department. They had the names of 36 singers and bands from the Glasgow area added to it.

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2 years

THANK YOU…FOR SPREADING THE WORD! Thanks to all of you for spreading the word about Simple Minds. Your support is always appreciated! Jim Kerr Pic Thorsten Samech

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SIMPLE MINDS CREW! We are all too aware that there would be no shows to talk of even - without the colossal efforts made on our behalf by "Our Crew." They are the real power behind the live shows - and we cannot thank them enough! Jim Kerr Pic Michael Hunter

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#SIMPLEMINDS : 40 YEARS - Jan 17th, 1978. Venue: Satellite City, Glasgow. The band featured Brian McGee, (Drums) Tony Donald, (Bass) Duncan Barnwell, (Gtr) Charlie Burchill, (Gtr) and yours truly. (Vox)... onto a stage for the very first time... Read more:

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The Abbey Road remaster of Simple Minds' fifth studio album 'New Gold Dream' will be released on exclusive gold-coloured vinyl as part of @hmvtweets ' 1921 Edition range.

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2 years

Simple Minds announce their eighteenth studio album ‘Direction of the Heart’, set for release on 21st October 2022. Pre-order now at .

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3 months

As Simple Minds' debut album 'Life In A Day' recently celebrated its 45th anniversary, we'd love to hear what was the first album you ever bought by the band?

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Simple Minds' iconic 1982 album 'New Gold Dream' is set to be re-released tomorrow on exclusive gold-colored vinyl, as part of @hmvtweets ’ 1921 Edition range. This limited edition will be available exclusively in HMV stores and online at 4pm BST the same day.

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Simple Minds released 'Let There Be Love' as the lead single from their ninth studio album 'Real Life' this week in 1991. "Let There Be Love wears its heart on its sleeve. A slushy sentiment? Perhaps! But one that John Lennon and many others would surely agree with" - JK

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2 years

I like to do some writing first thing in the morning. Just a couple of hours or so before going back early evening for more of the same. Clambering up on the big chair during the ‘golden hours’ - taking in the fresh air & those views that stretch towards Mount Etna & beyond JK

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"Jim Kerr and Charlie Burchill preside over an energetic set that thrills fans of their chart reign and their post-punk era." The @guardian 's review of the first UK show of the Simple Minds Global Tour can be read here:

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6 years

Merry Christmas Everyone! From all at SMHQ x Watch the new #SimpleMinds tour diary episode profiling Jim as he talks to @CherisseDrums during a rare break in the 2018 Tour:

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'Kick It In' was released this month in 1989 to coincide with Simple Minds' Street Fighting Years tour, which was winding its way through mainland Europe and about to hit the arenas and stadiums of the UK.

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5 years

UK retailer @Argos_Online have featured 'Don't You (Forget About Me)' in their Christmas advertising campaign. The advert sees family wishes come true with a father and daughter drumming along to Simple Minds in their kitchen which transforms into the gig of their dreams!

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Christmas dreams start here... #BookOfDreams

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2 years

Simple Minds. Past > Present > Future.

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CELEBRATE! Thanks to all who gave us such great reception at the recent French festivals @ Musilac and last night in Cognac. Oh … And thanks to all for the birthday wishes! And the cake of course. Onwards! JK Pic James Monkman

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Simple Minds will be making their long-awaited first appearance on @BBCLater on Saturday 29th October. Tune in from 9:35pm on @BBCTwo and @BBCiPlayer to see the band performing three tracks, including two from brand new record 'Direction of the Heart'!

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New Year. New Decade. New Tour…Starting Soon! ...Rehearsals are well in hand and we are looking forward to the months ahead with even more enthusiasm than usual. It is a pleasure to welcome a new addition to our ever evolving line-up. So welcome to you Berenice Scott!... JK

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Tune in to this week's Sounds Of The 80s with @djgarydavies on @BBCRadio2 for a special feature on Simple Minds. The episode will feature a collection of archive interviews with Jim reflecting on the band's iconic 80s moments, including their performance at Live Aid.

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5 years

"People speak well of the man who does not speak too much of himself." Happy Birthday Charlie!

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7 years

Simple Minds announce a brand new album and European tour dates! 'Walk Between Worlds' is released on 2nd Feb 2018. Pre-order and see details including how UK fans can access a ticket pre-sale this Wednesday ahead of the general sale on Friday:

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7 years

Last night of the tour in Dublin, how wonderful to have good friends that live locally ! #SimpleMinds #U2 #beautiful @U2

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2 years

One month to go until Simple Minds release new album 'Direction of the Heart'. 📸 Dean Chalkley

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2 years

On Aug 13 in Edinburgh, Simple Minds will play their classic ‘New Gold Dream‘ album in full as part of a special show with all profits going to UNICEF for children in Ukraine. Watch the full video here: Tickets:

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"With awe inspiring stained glass and a mystical Celtic cross dating from the 10th century - walking into the wonder that is Paisley Abbey immediately felt as though we had arrived at the perfect place." - JK

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What was the first Simple Minds song you ever heard?

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"I open up to take a look into the bright and shiny book" Book Of Brilliant Things - Live in Edinburgh, 2015 featuring the incredible vocals of @SarahBrownVocal .

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The story behind Simple Minds' hit, 'Don't You (Forget About Me)'. 'Simple Minds: Everything Is Possible' is now available to stream in Australia on @SBSVICELAND :

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Featured in @SkyArts ’ ‘Greatest Albums Live’ series, Simple Minds' performance of 'Glittering Prize' is out now on ‘New Gold Dream - Live From Paisley Abbey’ and available to watch here:

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"Ever imagine what it feels like to be one of my drums? Well in this video, you get as close to the feeling as one possibly can. This brings back so many good memories and makes me super excited for the tour next year!" - @Cherissedrums

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Listen to the music playlist that formed the soundtrack to Simple Minds’ journey from '70s Glasgow all the way through to this current decade, as featured in the 'Everything Is Possible' documentary:

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THAT'S A WRAP! No 'final curtain' or anything of the sort in Colmar, France last night - where Simple Minds touring for 2024 came to an end.

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1 year

Behind The Song - Someone Somewhere In Summertime

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2 years

'First You Jump' is the second single from the forthcoming Simple Minds album 'Direction of the Heart'. Listen & watch here: A beautifully understated performance, shot at the spectacular Teatro Antico in Sicily, shows the band in epic & wistful form!

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Tonight we will be performing the New Gold Dream album in its entirety as well as a selection of other 'well known' Minds songs, with the NGD tracks due to be programmed in the middle of tonight's set. JK Last few tickets available here:

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DON'T YOU FORGET! On this day in May 1985, Simple Minds single Don’t You (Forget About Me) reached No 1 on the Billboard Charts of the USA It's always a blast to perform each night on tour, where audiences throughout the world join in with us on the la-la-la singalong part! JK

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8 months

‘Simple Minds: Everything Is Possible' is now available to watch on @ParamountPlusUK in the UK and Ireland.

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5 months

As Simple Minds prepare for their upcoming UK shows this month, we want to know where and when was the first time you saw the band live? Remaining tour tickets are available here: Photo by Petedov Photography

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Simple Minds take to the stage at Nuits de Fourvière tonight, and you can enjoy their performance from the comfort of your own home as it will be streamed live on the @ARTEconcertFR YouTube channel. Join the stream here from 9:30pm CET / 8:30pm BST:

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LET THERE BE LOVE It’s Valentine’s Day! What Minds song suits best on a day like this? I would pick Let There Be Love…particularly as sung by our Aussie pal, Iva Davies. It's the cellos on the ICEHOUSE that do it for me. Check it out! JK

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2 years

Jim and Charlie hard at work signing limited edition album artwork prints! - Pre-order 'Direction of the Heart' bundles & limited edition packs here:

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Simple Minds are set to return to their hometown of Glasgow with shows at the @OVOHydro this Friday and Saturday. How many times have you seen the band in Glasgow over the years? Photo by Manus McFadden

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Thank you to everyone who came out to see Simple Minds on tour in Europe this month. The band play their final shows of the month in France and Italy this week before heading to California in May for their appearance at @cruelworldfest . Photos by @hapevv

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ALAN RANKINE Simple Minds are saddened to hear of the passing of our fellow Scottish musician Alan Rankine. Our thoughts are with Alan’s family and friends today. Rest In Peace Alan Rankine. Jim Kerr Image: David Corio / Redferns