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Simple Minds’ Jim Kerr On Working With CHVRCHES, Running To Ryan Adams, And Big Music

4396 days ago
Stereogum — Even with my never-ending obsession with music from the early ’80s, it’s a pretty rare opportunity when I get the chance to write anything about my favorites from that era. Last week, one of those rare opportunities popped up. I called Jim Kerr, ... more info
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Simple Minds – review

5372 days ago
Guardian Music — Glasgow BarrowlandsAfter becoming persuasive shorthand for empty stadium pomp, Simple Minds recently found themselves in the curious position of having to de-invent themselves. This reputational reboot has been both strategic and thorough, with a new... more info
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Simple Minds: 'Maybe we shouldn't have cashed in'

5375 days ago
Guardian Music — Before Simple Minds went stadium rock, they made 'serious, dark music' that influenced the Manics and Primal Scream. Now they're returning to their rootsA couple of years ago a young, anonymous musician approached Jim Kerr in a Glasgow rehearsal stud... more info
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Old music: Simple Minds – New Gold Dream

5421 days ago
Guardian Music — Before their pursuit of world domination turned them rubbish, Simple Minds were capable of transcendent beauty – as this 1982 track attestsThere's a whole PhD thesis to be written on when – and why – good bands turn crap. Perhaps someone's alre... more info
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The Horrors – review

5624 days ago
Guardian Music — Academy 3, ManchesterThe Horrors are true pop chameleons. When they first emerged in 2006 in a blaze of backcombed hair and eyeliner, they sounded like a mess of early Birthday Party and 80s psychobilly. All bar a devoted following of teeny gothy gir... more info
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FlashBack! - Simple Minds - New Gold Dream (81–82–83–84) (1982) (album stream)

5649 days ago
Totally Fuzzy — New Gold Dream is the fifth studio album by Scottish rock band Simple Minds. The album was released in 1982 and was a turning point for the band as they gained critical and commercial success in the UK and Europe. It made #3 in the UK Albums Chart. ... more info
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IS IT WRONG OF ME TO ADMIT A LOVE FOR THIS 12" SINGLE?

5734 days ago
The Vinyl Villain — mp3 : Simple Minds - Glittering Prize (Club Mix) A #16 hit from 1982. One of a number of great tracks on the LP New Gold Dream (81/82/83/84). After this, there's not many who will disagree Simple Minds went diownhill at an increasingly rapid rate.H... more info
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Patsy Kensit: My family values

5738 days ago
Guardian Music — The actor talks about her familyDad had been quite a wealthy guy but he was also a compulsive gambler. By the time I came along he had hit hard times. His profession was not an honourable one – he was involved in criminal activities. But he was my ... more info
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Little James Gets A Job At Pretty Green

5742 days ago
Stopcryingyourheartout.com — Liam Gallagher is ensuring his clothing line is a family business - his former stepson James works for the company.The rocker launched his Pretty Green label in 2009, specialising in retro-style trousers, hats, cagoules and t-shirts.And he's now take... more info
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Liam Gallagher - Gallagher Employs Ex-wife Kensit's Son In Fashion Firm

5742 days ago
ContactMusic — LIAM GALLAGHER is ensuring his clothing line is a family business - his former stepson JAMES works for the company.The rocker launched his Pretty Green label in 2009, specialising in retro-style trousers, hats, cagoules and t-shirts. And he's now tak... more info
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