background:
After campaigning for his release at a 1988 concert, and celebrating his release at the 1990, Simple Minds simply had
to be at the final Mandela concert. This marked Nelson Mandela's last formal public
apperance and his 90th birthday.
The concert was arranged by his 46664 charity which raises awareness of AIDS.
Simple Minds were represented by Jim,
Charlie and
Mel with
Mandela Day being backed by the
Soweto Gospel Choir.
recording/releases:
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longevity:
June 2008
live legacy:
46664 Concert Honouring Nelson Mandela At 90
break-up:
The band gets back together to record the next album.
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