Simple Minds are a rock band from Glasgow, Scotland, founded in 1977. Featuring a mix of new wave and pop rock, they have become one of the most successful Scottish bands of the era, achieving international fame in the 1980s. Their breakthrough album, 'New Gold Dream (81/82/83/84)', was followed by a string of hits including 'Don't You (Forget About Me)', featured in the movie "The Breakfast Club," and 'Alive and Kicking'. These singles solidified their reputation and achieved widespread acclaim.
The band has released numerous albums, achieving multiple number one hits in the UK and worldwide. They received the British Academy's Ivor Novello Award for Outstanding Song Collection in 2014. Simple Minds continue to record and tour globally.
