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DESCRIPTION
Simple Minds cut their teeth in late‑’70s Glasgow, melding punk’s DIY ethos with atmospheric synths and driving rhythms to forge a sound that was as anthemic as it was adventurous. By the mid‑’80s, albums like New Gold Dream and Sparkle in the Rain had propelled them into the pop‑rock stratosphere, thanks to stadium‑ready choruses (“Don’t You (Forget About Me),” “Alive and Kicking”) and Jim Kerr’s yearning vocals. They’ve never been content to rest on past triumphs—each era sees them refining their sonic palette while still delivering the big hooks and emotional heft that turned them into one of Britain’s most enduring live acts.

Live in the City of Diamonds captures Simple Minds at full throttle, recorded in 2024 at Amsterdam’s Ziggo Dome and officially released on 25 April 2025. This 2‑LP set spans 18 of their most beloved anthems—from the moody opening of “Waterfront” and the kinetic pulse of “Love Song” through to the singalong finales of “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” and “Sanctify Yourself.” Pressed on limited‑edition, diamond‑inspired clear vinyl with glitter inclusions, it’s housed in a deluxe gatefold sleeve featuring live photography and Jim Kerr’s handwritten tour notes. Whether you’re drawn by the spectacle of their live show or the sheer nostalgia of those chorus‑big hits, this release delivers a high‑definition snapshot of Simple Minds doing what they do best: turning arenas into cathartic dancefloors.

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RELEASE DETAILS
Format: [Live Recording], [Coloured]
Released: 2025

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