Once Upon a Time
Simple Minds
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| Name | Artist | Time | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Once Upon a Time | Simple Minds | 5:45 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 2 | All the Things She Said | Simple Minds | 4:16 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 3 | Ghost Dancing | Simple Minds | 4:45 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 4 | Alive and Kicking | Simple Minds | 5:26 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 5 | Oh Jungleland | Simple Minds | 5:14 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 6 | I Wish You Were Here | Simple Minds | 4:42 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 7 | Sanctify Yourself | Simple Minds | 4:57 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 8 | Come a Long Way | Simple Minds | 5:07 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| Total: 8 Songs |
Album Review
Riding the coat tails of the John Hughes flick The Breakfast Club, Simple Minds finally broke America with their theme song "Don't You Forget About Me," and their 1985 release Once Upon a Time captured the heart-wrenching excitement found in bands such as U2. They were now one of the biggest names in music and Jim Kerr's thirsting vocals became the band's signature. Once Upon a Time, featuring producer Jimmy Iovine (U2, Stevie Nicks, Bruce Springsteen), showcased more of a guitar-driven sound. The band's heavy synth-pop beats had relaxed a bit and Charlie Burchill's charming playing style was most noticeable. Also enlisting the choir-like beauty of Robin Clark, Simple Minds' popularity was expounded on songs such as Alive & Kicking" and "Sanctify Yourself." This album was one of their best, most likely leading the pack in the band's album roster, because it exuded raw energy and solid composition not entirely captured on previous albums.
Recent Customer Reviews
A Gem
by scotgalI forgot how much I love this album and Simple Minds. Jim Kerr has an amazing voice and I always could listen to this album straight through without skipping over any songs. Simple Minds are a great band and continue to tour with great success across the globe. I wish however they would come back to the US soon!
Where is Sparkle In The Rain?
by BrownTowelWhy is that iTunes doesn't have Sparkle In The Rain (circa 1984) when UK iTunes does? New Gold Dream, Sparkle In The Rain, and Once Upon A Time were all released in the U.S. on A&M Records...what gives? Not too mention that you've got the better portion of what Simple Minds has released otherwise.
Great Album
by cherybackOne of the best records of the eighties. One of the few complete albums I can listen to, from start to finish, no filler.
Biography
Formed: 1978 in Glasgow, Scotland
Genre: Rock
Years Active: '70s, '80s, '90s, '00s
Top Albums and Songs by Simple Minds
| Name | Album | Time | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Don't You (Forget About Me) | Glittering Prize 81/92 | 4:20 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 2 | Alive and Kicking | Once Upon a Time | 5:26 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 3 | Don't You (Forget About Me) | 80's Super Hits | 4:20 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 4 | All the Things She Said | Once Upon a Time | 4:16 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 5 | Don't You (Forget About Me) | 80's Hits | 4:20 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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- $8.99
- Genres: Rock, Music, Adult Alternative, Alternative, College Rock, Pop, Pop/Rock
- Released: Oct 1985
- ℗ (C) 1985, 2002 Virgin Records America, Inc.. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction is a violation of applicable laws. Manufactured byVirgin Records America, Inc. . 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011.
