Simple Minds – Celebration: Compact Price CD Reissue Compilation

Product Details

Key Product Information

• Label: Virgin – CDV 2248, Virgin – 0777 7 86382 2 3
• Series: Compact Price (2)
• Format: CD, Compilation, Reissue
• Country: Europe
• UPC: 077778638223
• Catalog Number: UK: CDV 2248 / F: PM 500 / D: 254 939
• Released: Originally released in 1982; reissued as part of the Compact Price series
• Genre: Electronic, Rock
• Style: New Wave, Synth-pop
• Manufactured in: Holland

Credits

• Songwriting:Producer: John Leckie
  • Life In A Day, Chelsea Girl: Written by C. Burchill, J. Kerr
  • Lyrics (Tracks 3 to 10): By J. Kerr
  • Music (Tracks 3 to 10): By Simple Minds
• Publisher: EMI Music Publishing Ltd.
• Copyright:
  ℗ 1982 Virgin Records Ltd.
  © 1982 Virgin Records Ltd.

Overview

"Simple Minds – Celebration" is a dynamic compilation CD reissue that gathers iconic tracks from the Scottish rock band Simple Minds, who originally burst onto the scene in the early 1980s. This reissue, part of the Compact Price series, features a selection of standout tracks drawn from their first three albums, along with the exclusive B-side "Kaleidoscope" from the single "I Travel." With a sound that bridges new wave, synth-pop, and elements of electronic rock, this album offers a quintessential snapshot of Simple Minds' influential early work—which continues to inspire fans across generations.

Product Features

Format & Presentation

• Format: CD Compilation Reissue
• Series: Compact Price (2) offers an accessible entry into Simple Minds' classic catalog
• Packaging: Features the original album art with modern remastering, preserving the nostalgic feel while ensuring optimal digital audio quality

Musical Attributes

• Genre Fusion: A unique blend merging electronic, rock, new wave, and synth-pop elements
• Production Excellence: Produced by the esteemed John Leckie, ensuring a polished yet authentic listening experience
• Key Tracks: Includes venerable tracks like "Life In A Day," "Chelsea Girl," and an exclusive B-side "Kaleidoscope" that fans and collectors will appreciate
• Artistic Influence: Embodies the transitional sound of Simple Minds that set the stage for their success through the mid-1980s to the early 1990s

Interesting Facts

• Compilation Brilliance:
  This reissue smartly compiles hits from the band's early albums, serving as a perfect primer for new listeners and a nostalgic collection for longtime fans.

• Exclusive B-Side:
  The inclusion of "Kaleidoscope"—originally a B-side from "I Travel"—adds an element of rarity that enriches the album’s overall appeal.

• Scottish Heritage:
  Hailing from Glasgow and founded in 1977, Simple Minds revolutionized the rock scene with their evolving sound. Their journey from underground innovators to mainstream icons is vividly captured in this collection.

• Production Legacy:
  Under the masterful production by John Leckie, the album not only preserves the authentic vibe of early Simple Minds but also introduces a refined sound quality that resonates with modern listeners.

Track Listing

1. Life In A Day – 4:06
   (Written by C. Burchill, J. Kerr)

2. Chelsea Girl – 4:34
   (Written by C. Burchill, J. Kerr)

3. Premonition – 5:29
   (Lyrics by J. Kerr; Music by Simple Minds)

4. Factory – 4:15
   (Lyrics by J. Kerr; Music by Simple Minds)

5. Calling Your Name – 5:07
   (Lyrics by J. Kerr; Music by Simple Minds)

6. I Travel – 4:02
   (Lyrics by J. Kerr; Music by Simple Minds)

7. Changeling – 4:13
   (Lyrics by J. Kerr; Music by Simple Minds)

8. Celebrate – 5:10
   (Lyrics by J. Kerr; Music by Simple Minds)

9. Thirty Frames A Second / Kant-Kino – 6:54
   (Lyrics by J. Kerr; Music by Simple Minds)

10. Kaleidoscope – 4:17
    (B-side from "I Travel")

Publishers

Published by EMI Music Publishing Ltd.
The copyright in this sound recording is owned by Virgin Records Ltd.
℗ 1982 Virgin Records Ltd. © 1982 Virgin Records Ltd.
Manufactured in Holland.

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