Tour advert which appeared in the Saturday suppliments
in late March 2013.
Flyer for the UK dates with Ultravox
included with both formats of
Celebrate: Greatest Hits +
The colour 28 page tour programme included an introduction from Jim,
the Greatest Hits + press release, current live pictures
(from the 5X5 Tour) and a lengthy album by album
retrospective by Pierre Perrone.
Concert Live recorded three of the gigs and released them as
triple CD sets.
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Barcelona, Spain
29th October, 2013
Main Set:
Broken Glass Park -
Waterfront /
Once Upon A Time /
All The Things She Said /
See The Lights /
Let The Day Begin /
Neon Lights /
Someone Somewhere In Summertime /
Don't You (Forget About Me) /
Sanctify Yourself /
Alive And Kicking
Encore:
Promised You A Miracle
This was a private gig and wasn't advertised. I believe it's the first
time the whole band have played a private gig - usually it's the Electroset line-up.
Big Top Arena, Carnival City, South Africa
1st November, 2013
Main Set Part #1:
Broken Glass Park -
Waterfront /
I Travel /
Once Upon A Time /
All The Things She Said /
Hunter And The Hunted /
Let The Day Begin /
Glittering Prize /
New Gold Dream (81,82,83,84)
Main Set Part #2:
Speed Your Love To Me /
Neon Lights /
Someone Somewhere In Summertime /
War Babies /
The American /
Love Song /
See The Lights /
Don't You (Forget About Me) /
Promised You A Miracle
Encore:
Theme For Great Cities /
Mandela Day /
Sanctify Yourself /
Alive And Kicking /
Ghostdancing
"Last time we visited was to make the clip for our song
War Babies. We spent a few glorious days in Cape Town and the
memories of that trip live on to this day. The upcoming shows in both Johannesburg and Cape Town
will hopefully give us the chance to reconnect with our fans in that very beautiful country. You can
expect us to give 100% over two sets played each night. So much to give. See you there!" - Jim, 27th October 2013
"A lot of travelling over these days. New York, London, Barcelona, and finally Johannesburg. Yeah!
Weather is fine and we are determined to do great shows here, especially as it has been so long since we
last visited Johannesburg. A real thrill to be back in South Africa. See you Friday and Saturday night!" - Jim, 1st November 2013
"6AM and the sun has shot up like a fireball. There is always a different crackle in the air when you
wake on the day of a gig. Yes, even this early! Johannesburg first, tonight and tomorrow. Cape Town on Sunday,
they both deserve the best from us. Everyone, everywhere, who comes to see us does" - Jim, 1st November 2013
"Great to be back playing in South Africa after such a long absence. As with North America - we really wanted
to make it up to those who had remained interested in Simple Minds throughout all these years.
The audience last night were exceptionally generous particularly during the second set. We will of course do it all
again tonight, same time, same place! Thanks to all for the welcome back in this beautiful country" - Jim, 1st November 2013
"We thank you Johannesburgh! Tonight had something magic about it. Actually, it was magic to have had the
opportunity to come back and play for you. Thanks for coming to see Simple Minds. Until next time." - Jim, 1st November 2013
Big Top Arena, Carnival City, South Africa
2nd November, 2013
Main Set Part #1:
Waterfront /
Broken Glass Park /
I Travel /
Once Upon A Time /
All The Things She Said /
Hunter And The Hunted /
Let The Day Begin /
Glittering Prize /
New Gold Dream (81,82,83,84)
Main Set Part #2:
Speed Your Love To Me /
Neon Lights /
Someone Somewhere In Summertime /
War Babies /
The American /
Love Song /
See The Lights /
Don't You (Forget About Me) /
Promised You A Miracle
Encore:
Theme For Great Cities /
Mandela Day /
Sanctify Yourself /
Alive And Kicking /
Ghostdancing
"Recovered from last night's show and ready to do it all again tonight. Or at least we will be once show
time come around. How great to be out playing live music for audiences that appreciate it all so much. We are on
stage at 8PM - see you there!" - Jim, 2nd November 2013
Grand West Arena, Cape Town, South Africa
3rd November, 2013
Main Set Part #1:
Waterfront /
Broken Glass Park /
I Travel /
Once Upon A Time /
All The Things She Said /
Hunter And The Hunted /
Let The Day Begin /
Glittering Prize /
New Gold Dream (81,82,83,84)
Main Set Part #2:
Speed Your Love To Me /
Neon Lights /
Someone Somewhere In Summertime /
War Babies /
The American /
Love Song /
See The Lights /
Don't You (Forget About Me) /
Promised You A Miracle
Encore:
Theme For Great Cities /
Mandela Day /
Sanctify Yourself /
Alive And Kicking /
Ghostdancing
"We've waited a very long time to get back to Cape Town. Thanks to everyone who
is coming back to see Simple Minds. See you tonight at 7PM. - Jim, 2nd November 2013
"Can't believe it. We waited so long to get back down to South Africa, and the gigs just flew by in a blur.
wonderful blur all the same. Seemed like no one in Cape Town wanted the show to end. Neither did we!.
We certainly will not wait so long to return. Sooner rather than later, I sincerely hope so." - Jim, 3rd November 2013
Koko, Camden, London, UK
7th November, 2013
Main Set Part #1:
Broken Glass Park -
Waterfront /
I Travel /
Today I Died Again /
Sweat In Bullet /
Hunter And The Hunted /
Glittering Prize /
New Gold Dream (81,82,83,84)
Main Set Part #2:
Speed Your Love To Me /
Neon Lights /
Someone Somewhere In Summertime /
Blood Diamonds /
This Fear Of Gods /
The American /
Love Song /
Pleasantly Disturbed
Encore:
Theme For Great Cities /
Don't You (Forget About Me) /
Alive And Kicking
Many thanks to Grahame for the pictures.
This gig was part of Virgin's 40th anniversary celebrations.
A special T-shirt was designed for the event and was for sale at the gig. It was based on the
Dream Giver design of the 25 Theme Volume CDs -
a nice historical footnote given the occasion. It was then made available through the Simple Minds Shop.
"It is always special to play in London, a city where we have fans, family and friends. The show tomorrow,
is a Virgin Records event, tying in with a celebration of Virgin Records
through the years. It is impossible to convey how happy we were on the day in 1981 when we signed to
Virgin, starting a relationship continues to this day. Virgin, and many who worked for
them, "put their neck on the line" for Simple Minds. We will never forget their efforts on our behalf.
Neither will we forget the fun we had throughout it all" - Jim, 6th November 2013
"A lot of familiar faces at tonight's gig in Koko, London. Many great supporters, people who repeatedly travel from
far and wide. We appreciate everybody who comes to see us, those who welcome us and encourage us night after night.
It was a pleasure to be part of Virgin Records' 40th celebrations, always feel good to play our
music wherever we are."- Jim, 8th November 2013
Heineken Music Hall, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
20th November, 2013
Main Set:
Broken Glass Park -
Waterfront /
I Travel /
Once Upon A Time /
All The Things She Said /
Hunter And The Hunted /
Promised You A Miracle -
Glittering Prize /
Theme For Great Cities /
Someone Somewhere In Summertime /
This Fear Of Gods /
The American /
Love Song /
See The Lights /
Don't You (Forget About Me) /
New Gold Dream (81,82,83,84)
Encore:
Book Of Brilliant Things -
Speed Your Love To Me /
Sanctify Yourself /
Alive And Kicking
Many thanks to Martin for the pictures and to Paul for the other ticket scan.
"Amsterdam, Brussels, Antwerp and Paris... all of them cities where we have had past legendary shows.
All cities that have supported Simple Minds for decades. We can't wait, hoping for more of the
same. Desperate to be better than ever" - Jim, 17th November 2013
"A big thank you to everyone who came to hear our big music in Amsterdam last night. You made us feel good, more than good.
One more, same time, same place tonight, thanks for supporting Simple Minds" - Jim, 20th November 2013
Heineken Music Hall, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
21st November, 2013
Main Set:
Book Of Brilliant Things /
Waterfront /
Broken Glass Park /
I Travel /
Once Upon A Time /
All The Things She Said /
Hunter And The Hunted /
Promised You A Miracle -
Glittering Prize /
Theme For Great Cities /
Someone Somewhere In Summertime /
This Fear Of Gods /
The American /
Love Song /
See The Lights /
Don't You (Forget About Me) /
Let It All Come Down /
New Gold Dream (81,82,83,84)
Encore:
Speed Your Love To Me /
Sanctify Yourself /
Alive And Kicking
Many thanks to Martin for the pictures.
"Amsterdam Thank You! Antwerp coming up later today." - Jim, 21st November 2013
Lotto Arena, Antwerp, Belgium
22nd November, 2013
Support: Fenech Soler
Main Set:
Broken Glass Park /
Waterfront /
I Travel /
Once Upon A Time /
All The Things She Said /
Hunter And The Hunted /
Promised You A Miracle -
Glittering Prize /
Theme For Great Cities /
Someone Somewhere In Summertime /
This Fear Of Gods /
The American /
Love Song /
See The Lights /
Don't You (Forget About Me) /
Let It All Come Down /
New Gold Dream (81,82,83,84)
Encore:
Speed Your Love To Me /
Sanctify Yourself /
Alive And Kicking
Many thanks to Martin for the pictures.
"Belgium has stayed with Simple Minds and encouraged us throughout our career. We owe
our fans there so much, always will. Looking forward to tonight in Antwerp followed by Brussels tomorrow." - Jim, 22nd November 2013
"The audience at last night's Antwerp Show knocked us off our feet. I am sure they will do the same tonight
in Brussels. Thank you" - Jim, 22nd November 2013
Forest National, Brussels, Belgium
23rd November, 2013
Support: Fenech Soler
Main Set:
Broken Glass Park /
Waterfront /
I Travel /
Once Upon A Time /
All The Things She Said /
Mandela Day /
Promised You A Miracle -
Glittering Prize /
Theme For Great Cities /
Someone Somewhere In Summertime /
This Fear Of Gods /
The American /
Love Song /
See The Lights /
Don't You (Forget About Me) /
Let It All Come Down /
New Gold Dream (81,82,83,84)
Encore:
Speed Your Love To Me /
Sanctify Yourself /
Alive And Kicking
Many thanks to Martin, John and Paola for the pictures.
"The most noise I have heard from a crowd ever! Thanks to all who came to the shows in Belgium, you made us feel incredibly happy. - Jim, 23rd November 2013
Zenith, Paris, France
24th November, 2013
Support: Fenech Soler
Main Set Part #1:
Broken Glass Park /
Waterfront /
I Travel /
Once Upon A Time /
All The Things She Said /
Mandela Day /
Promised You A Miracle -
Glittering Prize /
Theme For Great Cities /
Someone Somewhere In Summertime /
This Fear Of Gods /
The American /
Love Song /
See The Lights /
Don't You (Forget About Me) /
Let It All Come Down /
New Gold Dream (81,82,83,84)
Encore:
Speed Your Love To Me /
Sanctify Yourself /
Alive And Kicking
Many thanks to Marc for the poster and pictures.
"Paris will always be special to Simple Minds, it is where we recorded our
Live In The City Of Light album, great memories and alot
bit of history. Looking for more when we play in Paris tomorrow tonight!" - Jim, 23rd November 2013
"Tonight will be the 5th show in five successive nights. Feeling tired? Not at all! Our audiences give us all the
energy needed. See you tonight at Le Zenith." - Jim, 24th November 2013
"Thanks to all! The Zenith and the City of Paris will always have a place in our hearts. Thanks for tonight! Special
thanks to our crew, after five concerts in five successive nights they are due some sleep. Their energy and enthusiasm is
very much appreciated - and now everyone needs to be fresh for this week's UK shows." - Jim, 24th November 2013
Hydro, Glasgow, UK
27th November, 2013
Support: Ultravox
Main Set:
Waterfront /
Broken Glass Park /
I Travel /
(Jim Chat) /
Once Upon A Time /
All The Things She Said /
Hunter And The Hunted /
Promised You A Miracle -
Glittering Prize /
(Jim Chat) /
Theme For Great Cities /
Mandela Day /
Someone Somewhere In Summertime /
This Fear Of Gods /
The American /
Love Song /
See The Lights /
Don't You (Forget About Me) /
Let It All Come Down /
New Gold Dream (81,82,83,84)
Encore:
Speed Your Love To Me /
(Jim Chat) /
Big Music /
Sanctify Yourself /
Alive And Kicking
Many thanks to Martin for the pictures.
This gig was filmed for a live DVD.
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"In the end it had to be Glasgow! I am of course talking about where we have decided to shoot the
Simple Minds in concert film that is due to be released next year. Our first filmed concert release
incidentally, since our quite famous Verona concert,
which was itself released in 1990. Yes, that long, a whole lifetime away in someways."
"But why Glasgow, and even more so, why now in particular?"
"Well, among those with the experience to judge, many would probably agree with the notion that
Simple Minds shows are currently hitting a new kind of peak. Put it down to the present band line - up,
the vast selection of songs, the quality of sound and lights, and never forgetting of course, the involvement of our
energetic audiences that play such a part wherever we perform. It is the amazing consistency of all of this that
has pushed us into deciding that this would be the right moment to capture these hot and sweaty, but still magical nights,
that we are in the midst of experiencing."
"And why Glasgow? No, it is not only sentimental reasoning that has made us commit to choosing our
"Dear Hometown". Although that obviously figures somewhere. And why not? We are a Scottish band after all,
and Glasgow not only gave birth to Simple Minds, but has nourished and encouraged us throughout our
careers. Scotland itself, has and will always be intrinsic to who we are, and how we sound. It is our "alma mater",
let's never forget! Like the place itself, we are made out of the same "rock and rain", therefore what could be
a more relevant situation?"
"But why in that case, you might ask, having read my bluster. Have we never filmed a Glasgow show prior to
this? Well, Barrowlands apart, where we did after all film the Waterfront clip,
we feel that Glasgow has in the past suffered in terms of having the most desirable venues. In other words, we never
felt that we had a venue that we could show off to the world, one that matches the impressiveness of a Scottish audience.
Until now that is."
"Because finally change has - a - come, in the form of the newly built and recently opened SSE Hydro arena.
And by all accounts we are now all set to film in a venue that can provide the kind of environment that
Simple Minds live in Glasgow probably deserve, and we now have building that merits showing off."
"So please wish us luck on Wednesday 27th of November. Given that it is also the birthday of
Charlie Burchill, such a date will always play a part in the history of
Simple Minds. Nevertheless, in Glasgow next Wednesday, Simple Minds will be trying to
add a little more history to our as yet never ending story." - Jim, 24th November 2013.
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"Looking forward to bringing our BIG MUSIC to Glasgow, Manchester,
Midlands, and finally London. A great way to end this great year. - Jim, 24th November 2013.
"Glasgow - We need you! I wonder how many were there in Barrowland Ballroom back in '83
when we made the clip for Waterfront? The audience made that clip special. Likewise
tomorrow night when we blast our new song Big Music, we will film a clip for the song,
due to be released early next year. Once again we will need our fans, and the Scottish audience in particular, to create
the kind of unique atmosphere that they are famous for. I know we will not be let down. Thanks to all!" - Jim, 26th November 2013.
"Our fans never let us down! Thanks to all in Glasgow tonight. Special thanks for helping us out with our Big Music.
Looking forward so much to the rest of the UK." - Jim, 27th November 2013.
"Thanks to everyone in Glasgow last night. Including, staff, technicians, cameras, director/producers,
promoter etc. I am sure the film of the concert - to be released next year - will truly capture what was for us a
very memorable night." - Jim, 28th November 2013.
Arena, Manchester, UK
28th November, 2013
Support: Ultravox
Main Set:
Waterfront /
Broken Glass Park /
I Travel /
Once Upon A Time /
All The Things She Said /
Hunter And The Hunted /
Promised You A Miracle -
Glittering Prize /
Theme For Great Cities /
Mandela Day /
Someone Somewhere In Summertime /
This Fear Of Gods /
The American /
Love Song /
See The Lights /
Don't You (Forget About Me) /
Let It All Come Down /
New Gold Dream (81,82,83,84)
Encore:
Speed Your Love To Me /
Sanctify Yourself /
Alive And Kicking
"Always great nights for Simple Minds in Manchester. Looking to continue with that tradition tonight." - Jim, 28th November 2013.
"Always feel great after playing in Manchester. Tonight was more of the same. Great crowd, great venue... the band weren't
bad either!" - Jim, 28th November 2013.
National Indoor Arena, Birmingham, UK
29th November, 2013
Support: Ultravox
Main Set:
Waterfront /
Broken Glass Park /
I Travel /
Once Upon A Time /
All The Things She Said /
Hunter And The Hunted /
Promised You A Miracle -
Glittering Prize /
Theme For Great Cities /
Mandela Day /
Someone Somewhere In Summertime /
This Fear Of Gods /
The American /
Love Song /
See The Lights /
Don't You (Forget About Me) /
Let It All Come Down /
New Gold Dream (81,82,83,84)
Encore:
Speed Your Love To Me /
Sanctify Yourself /
Alive And Kicking
"As you can see - when our audience sings it makes us happy! I am sure they will sing plenty tonight.
We have had great past shows at the NIA. Seen some amazing gigs there also - including Prince - Sign Of The Times tour
- U2 Joshua Tree tour. Phenomenal both!" - Jim, 28th November 2013.
"Birmingham is another city that never lets us down. Thank you for last night - you know how to make a band feel good!" - Jim, 29th November 2013.
O2 Arena, London, UK
30th November, 2013
Support: Ultravox
Main Set:
Waterfront /
Broken Glass Park /
I Travel /
Once Upon A Time /
All The Things She Said /
Hunter And The Hunted /
Promised You A Miracle -
Glittering Prize /
Theme For Great Cities /
Someone Somewhere In Summertime /
This Fear Of Gods /
The American /
Love Song /
See The Lights /
Don't You (Forget About Me) /
Let It All Come Down /
New Gold Dream (81,82,83,84)
Encore:
Speed Your Love To Me /
Sanctify Yourself /
Alive And Kicking /
Ghostdancing -
Take Me To The River -
Gloria
Many thanks to Francesco for the ticket scan and Graeme and Lars for the pictures.
"O2 tomorrow night...Not including festivals, this will be the biggest crowd we have played to in the UK
for a very long time. Looking forward very much." - Jim, 29th November 2013.
"Beginning in Melbourne exactly a year ago today - ending last night at 02 in London. A huge and genuine thanks to
all who came to see us throughout our shows in Australia, New Zealand, Europe, UK + Ireland, North America, South America
and South Africa. We are looking forward to more of the same, plus the release of a lot of new music
from Simple Minds next year." - Jim, 1st December 2013.
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