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Simple Minds Will Hit the Road with Soft Cell and Modern English

Foto: Stefan Brending
Foto: Stefan Brending

Legendary Scottish band Simple Minds has announced its biggest North American tour in four decades, marking a monumental occasion for long-time fans. This extensive tour will span across the U.S. and Canada and is set to kick off on May 16 at the Cascades Amphitheater in Ridgefield, WA, wrapping up on June 22 at the Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN. This highly anticipated tour celebrates the 40th anniversary of the band's landmark year in 1985 when their hit “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” topped the Billboard Hot 100 charts, supported by their RIAA Gold-certified album “Once Upon a Time.”

The tour is not only significant due to its magnitude and scale, but it is also enhanced by the inclusion of fellow iconic British bands Soft Cell and Modern English, who will be joining Simple Minds as supporting acts for every tour date. Modern English will also be joining the 2025 North American Tour, adding to the excitement of an already impressive lineup and ensuring a night of nostalgic 80s hits that promises to delight concert-goers.

Highlights of the tour’s itinerary include performances at prominent venues such as Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena, Inglewood’s Kia Forum, Denver’s Ball Arena, and Toronto’s Budweiser Stage, among others. This tour is touted as a celebration of the band’s past and its enduring legacy while providing fans with the chance to experience their dynamic live performances, which embody myriad styles—ranging from art-rock to folk—all quintessentially Simple Minds. The band members, including frontman Jim Kerr and guitarist Charlie Burchill, have expressed their exhilaration for this extensive tour, noting its significance not just for marking an anniversary but for reinforcing their identity as a consistently evolving band.

Pre-sales for the tour will begin on January 29, with general ticket sales opening to the public on January 31. Fans are encouraged to act quickly as this high-demand tour is expected to sell out rapidly, given the popularity of the lineup and the historical significance of the tour itself.

The concert experience is further elevated through VIP packages offering premium tickets, behind-the-scenes tours, exclusive merchandise, and more, providing fans with an opportunity to enrich their concert-going experience. The embrace of modern digital platforms and marketing efforts signifies the band's adaptation to contemporary music industry trends, ensuring accessibility and engagement for a wide audience.

As Simple Minds prepares to take the stage once more, they enter this tour with gratitude and ambition, determined to deliver performances that reflect their musical journey and resonate with audiences both old and new. The support from Soft Cell and Modern English, bands that have also left an indelible mark on the music scene of the 80s, complements the nostalgic yet fresh approach this tour represents. Each performance will likely highlight the diverse musical paths the band has traversed, from ambient and instrumental to pop, presenting a set that both honors their legacy and introduces their current creative endeavors.

This tour holds particular significance due to its historic proportions and the inclusion of fellow iconic bands, making it a must-see event for fans of 80s music. The nostalgia factor coupled with the dynamism of a live Simple Minds concert creates a compelling offering, ensuring that audiences across North America will experience a truly memorable show.

In sum, Simple Minds' 2025 North American tour with Soft Cell and Modern English not only marks a retrospective celebration but serves as a testament to the band's enduring influence and their capability to captivate audiences with their ever-evolving sound and powerful performances. This tour is set to be a musical event imbued with nostalgia, energy, and the timeless appeal of one of rock's most influential bands.

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