Historical Artist Profile
Simple Minds
Biography & Overview
Simple Minds are a Scottish rock band formed in Glasgow in 1977. The band is currently a core duo of original members Jim Kerr (vocals) and Charlie Burchill (guitar), augmented by guest musicians. Notable former members include Mick MacNeil (keyboards), Derek Forbes (bass), Brian McGee (drums), Mel Gaynor (drums), and John Giblin (bass). Initially signed to Arista Records, Simple Minds released their debut album Life in a Day in 1979 to moderate commercial success, while the following two albums, Real to Real Cacophony (1979) and Empires and Dance (1980), achieved critical praise but limited sales.
🇺🇸 US Billboard Tracking History
3 Charted Tracks
"Don't You (Forget About Me)"
Entered Charts: 1985
#1 HIT
"Alive & Kicking"
Entered Charts: 1985
Peak: #3
"Sanctify Yourself"
Entered Charts: 1986
Peak: #14
🇬🇧 UK Official Charts History
31 Charted Tracks
"Belfast Child"
Entered Charts: 1989
#1 HIT
"Let The Be Love"
Entered Charts: 1991
Peak: #6
"Love Song/Alive And Kicking"
Entered Charts: 1992
Peak: #6
"Don't You (Forget About Me)"
Entered Charts: 1985
Peak: #7
"Alive And Kicking"
Entered Charts: 1985
Peak: #7
"All The Things She Said"
Entered Charts: 1986
Peak: #9
"She'S A River"
Entered Charts: 1995
Peak: #9
"Sanctify Yourself"
Entered Charts: 1986
Peak: #10
"Promised You A Miracle"
Entered Charts: 1982
Peak: #13
"Waterfront"
Entered Charts: 1983
Peak: #13
"Ghostdancing"
Entered Charts: 1986
Peak: #13
"This Is Your Land"
Entered Charts: 1989
Peak: #13
"Stand By Love"
Entered Charts: 1991
Peak: #13
"Kick It In"
Entered Charts: 1989
Peak: #15
"Glittering Prize"
Entered Charts: 1982
Peak: #16
"The Amsterdam Ep"
Entered Charts: 1989
Peak: #18
"Hypnotised"
Entered Charts: 1995
Peak: #18
"Glitterball"
Entered Charts: 1998
Peak: #18
"Promised You A Miracle (Live)"
Entered Charts: 1987
Peak: #19
"Speed Your Love To Me"
Entered Charts: 1984
Peak: #20
"See The Lights"
Entered Charts: 1991
Peak: #20
"Up On The Catwalk"
Entered Charts: 1984
Peak: #27
"Al Life"
Entered Charts: 1991
Peak: #34
"Someone Somewhe (In Summertime)"
Entered Charts: 1982
Peak: #36
"Home"
Entered Charts: 2005
Peak: #41
"War Babies"
Entered Charts: 1998
Peak: #43
"Love Song"
Entered Charts: 1981
Peak: #47
"Cry"
Entered Charts: 2002
Peak: #47
"Sweat In Bullet"
Entered Charts: 1981
Peak: #52
"The American"
Entered Charts: 1981
Peak: #59
"Life In A Day"
Entered Charts: 1979
Peak: #62