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simple minds #23



Charlie, Mark, Jim, Mel and Derek.



line-up:
vocals: Jim Kerr
guitar: Charlie Burchill
bass: Derek Forbes
drums: Mel Gaynor
keyboards: Mark Taylor



background:
With Neapolis finished, the 1997 touring lineup got back together again for a series of gigs across Europe.

They started with their only 'UK gig', a secret filmed performance at VH1's studios in London, as Simple Minds were Artist Of The Month for March 1998.

The tour was marked by several no-shows (due to illness) and contractural problems (especially the Fleadh festival in London where Simple Minds were replaced by James).

Most of the touring was limited to France, Germany and Italy.




recording/releases:
-


longevity:
February 1998 - July 1998


live legacy:
Neapolis Tour


break-up:
The band disbanded after the final concert in France. Both Derek and Mel waited for the call to start work on the next album - but it never came.






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