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simple minds #11 (the classic)


line-up:
vocals: Jim Kerr
guitar/violin: Charlie Burchill
keyboards: Mick MacNeil
bass: Derek Forbes
drums: Mel Gaynor



background:
Lacking the power required of their drummer, Mike Ogletree was asked to leave the band when the New Gold Tour paused briefly before the UK dates in November 1982. His successor was already well known to the band: Mel Gaynor had stood in during the recording of New Gold Dream (81,82,83,84).




recording/releases:
Someone Somewhere (In Summertime) single New Gold Dream single I Travel single Waterfront single Speed Your Love To Me single Sparkle In The Rain single Up On The Catwalk single Don't You (Forget About Me) single


longevity:
November 1982 -


live legacy:
New Gold Tour 1982
Tour Du Monde


break-up:
-



Charlie, Mel, Jim, Derek and Mick.




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