BMG release a newly recorded live version of Simple Minds’ 1983 classic single, "Waterfront", which appears on the forthcoming album, "Live in The City of Diamonds", out on 25 April.
The new live version of "Waterftont" was recorded at Amsterdam’s Ziggo Dome on April 6th 2024, to sold out audience of 17,000 people. It captures the band on thrilling form, as they lead the audience through one of the most important songs in their cannon, written about the river running through their hometown of Glasgow, and the opening song in their live set.
Discussing the song’s live impact, frontman Jim Kerr said, “There is no better song to begin the gig with. The one where all the hands go up in the air!”
"Live in The City of Diamonds" captures the visceral excitement felt at a Simple Minds concert. In addition to "Waterfront", the abum includes early pioneering tracks such as "Love Song", "Sons and Fascination" and "Sweat in Bullet", tracks from their era-defining album "New Gold Dream", including their first Top 20 UK single "Promised You a Miracle", 1985’s international hit "Don’t You (Forget About Me)" and songs from the multi-platinum album "Once Upon A Time" (both celebrating their 40th anniversaries this year), 1989’s number one single "Belfast Child", and songs from 1991’s "Real Life" album, including fan favourite "See The Lights".
"Live in The City of Diamonds" completes the triptych of the "Live in The City" series dating back to 1987. It is the perfect summation of Simple Minds current live prowess and the ever-evolving sound of a remarkable band, which features the extraordinary talents of lifelong members and friends Jim Kerr (vocals) and Charlie Burchill (lead guitar), with Gordy Goudie (rhythm guitar), Ged Grimes (bass), Cherisse Osei (drums), Erik Ljunggren (keyboards) and Sarah Brown (vocals).
"Live in The City of Diamonds" formats:
2 x CD Media Book: features 24 tracks and a 24-page book including exclusive photos and tour notes written by Jim Kerr.
Double black vinyl: 18-tracks, housed in gatefold sleeve with hi spec finish.
Specialist Retail Exclusive Vinyl: Double clear / glitter vinyl housed in gatefold sleeve with hi spec finish
Simple Minds are one of the greatest live bands of their generation. From their roots as a nascent post-punk art rock band, through their arena and stadium straddling days in the 1980s and ‘90s, and up to the present day, Simple Minds have always prided themselves on their live reputation, having last year played to approximately one million people around the globe.
Throughout the rest of July Simple Minds will head to play concerts across Europe.
Ticket link: https://www.simpleminds.com/tour/
