@@Nikolai-l1i not in the US. Saw them in a couple of mid sized not fully sold out venues between 84-91 in Boston. Like having a fantastic stadium band all to yourself. U2 would sell out 3 arena shows here instantly by comparison
Back in the 80s they were huge, saw them at a sold out old Wembley stadium. For me the biggest band back then was Queen, I was lucky enough to see them at Kenworth in front of 120,000.
I agree it's a great live version, but I do also think the live versions on the "Live in the city of light" album, the "Verona" video and various other live performances are just as great. I'ts a song that works brilliantly live.
Great memories of Waterfront on our PA system after we closed the supermarket each night. Turn up the Bass and Volume and blasting it out, sublime!!. But this live version from 1985 is the best." A song of roots and heritage and its called....." brilliance!!!
Thumping good tunes from a band I didn't appreciate at 15, but as time goes on I can see how good they actually are, especially at the age of 43 years old.1/11/2013.Irish time 14:00.Friday.
I was about 46 on that date. Still remember my roommate introducing me to this band at Western University in London, Ont, Canada around 1986. But totally agree, awesome band as you look back.
after watching this Simple Minds' concert, everyone may well realize to what extent the modern "music" has regressed! Can someone remember the name of just a few screaming or hip-hopping donkeys of today? No one? Well ... me too!
Wow! I remember when this was shown on Granada TV late one night in 86. I was dead excited because I was going to see them in concert for the frst of many times only a few days later at Milton Keynes Bowl.
Agreed. I can't stand that stupid little twat Beiber either. And Simple Minds and bands/artists from yesterday wouldn't spit from a balcony onto their fans below.
sound like U2 cause the producer of sparkle in the rain Steve Lillywhite is u2 's producer of war,and many another u2 albums!anyway j love both bands(j saw 15simple minds gigs and 12 u2 gigs) but j love u2 BECAUSE of Simple Minds..and simple minds are better musicians than u2!
U2 is bigger! There's, unfortunately, nothing left from the SM....I saw them years later after 1985, in Amsterdam.....I went home earlier, while the concert keeps going! It was very bad....and U2 still keeps going strong!
The best opening to a concert ever? Arguably yes. Brilliant.
forse no, ma grande
For me, the best opening in concert is the tour zoo tv of U2, Zoo Station
@@JuanManuelAlmironGonzale-ds4jd😂
@@JuanManuelAlmironGonzale-ds4jdmusically not even close….this is pure music and power
The magnificent SIMPLE MINDS
They were the biggest band on the planet
Indeed!
@@Nikolai-l1i not in the US. Saw them in a couple of mid sized not fully sold out venues between 84-91 in Boston. Like having a fantastic stadium band all to yourself. U2 would sell out 3 arena shows here instantly by comparison
Sorry but you're talking shit... Simple Minds who can change and have done for over 40 years.. U2s last great album ?? Unforgettable Fire
Back in the 80s they were huge, saw them at a sold out old Wembley stadium. For me the biggest band back then was Queen, I was lucky enough to see them at Kenworth in front of 120,000.
I was there. Great concert
TIMELESS ! PURE GOLDEN ! BEST OF THE 80S HANDS DOWN !!! SCOTLAND'S PRIDE AN JOY RIGHT HERE !!!!! 🙏 THANK YOU SIMPLE MINDS !!!!
Best live version of waterfront.
I agree it's a great live version, but I do also think the live versions on the "Live in the city of light" album, the "Verona" video and various other live performances are just as great. I'ts a song that works brilliantly live.
This is just a great song and when done live its even better!This captures Simple Minds at there very best.One of the greatest live bands ever!
mick's keyboard flourishes.sublime.
Have been after this clip for about 25 years .....thanks
35 now...
@@christophercombe8587 And I'm still around to listen to it!
With the first money Jim earned he bought a Porsche for his working class father. Respect.
Great memories of Waterfront on our PA system after we closed the supermarket each night. Turn up the Bass and Volume and blasting it out, sublime!!. But this live version from 1985 is the best." A song of roots and heritage and its called....." brilliance!!!
Habe dieses Konzert gesehen. Es war einfach nur genial
Thumping good tunes from a band I didn't appreciate at 15, but as time goes on I can see how good they actually are, especially at the age of 43 years old.1/11/2013.Irish time 14:00.Friday.
I was about 46 on that date. Still remember my roommate introducing me to this band at Western University in London, Ont, Canada around 1986. But totally agree, awesome band as you look back.
Welcome to the club!
Una de las mejores apertura de un concierto, con la guitarra del gran Charly
Magic sound TOP groove TOP feeling TOP BAND Top CLASS
Thanks for this video, I was there!! And it was great.
after watching this Simple Minds' concert, everyone may well realize to what extent the modern "music" has regressed! Can someone remember the name of just a few screaming or hip-hopping donkeys of today? No one? Well ... me too!
RIP John Giblin
A truly great bass player.
I was there! I was 15 years old and it was my first concert.....and the most unforgetable one!
Thank you whoever posted this !!!
Não me canso de assistir a esse vídeo. Apresentação fantástica/maravilhosa!!!!
i had this on VHS back in day. Wish someone had the whole concert video posted. I only see audio only or clips like this. would love to see it again.
Wow! I remember when this was shown on Granada TV late one night in 86. I was dead excited because I was going to see them in concert for the frst of many times only a few days later at Milton Keynes Bowl.
Best Band on the Planet 💜
At their creative and live best. Happy memories
Golden Age...
one word.....CLASS !
McNeall king of piano
Cracking track,love the piano playing alot more prominent in the live version,Cult music at its Best.
Just class!
gr8 to listen to the old tunes once again lol
80sGOODNOOTLiCKEUTHERSBUTEHARTE.SOUL.HARTE.SOULE.k
All I can say is: how far we have regressed with music. From Simple Minds to Justin Beider in 25 years? Really?? I feel sick.
We had our pop abominations back in the 80s too but I hear ya... ugh.
Agreed. I can't stand that stupid little twat Beiber either. And Simple Minds and bands/artists from yesterday wouldn't spit from a balcony onto their fans below.
Great times 10 100 1000 Mel king of drum
remember seeing this on the tube a long time ago
espectacular por siempre SIMPLE MINDS
What can i say...mick mcneil simply rhe best ❤
INCREDIBLY TALENTED BAND.
Just brilliant!
EPIC !!!!
Jim's got a Blackadder vibe going here...
A melhor banda do mundo
Dodgy fashion aside, this era was Simple Minds at their live peak.
Wotta start /song , classy boys!
to the waterfront! / .....!
up the minds
THE 8000000000000'S
@gnoam9 my sentiments exactly music in not the same now . sick of all the manufactured crap nowadays
Bhoys 🍀
That beret 😄
@Vroemmm007 I would have flipped! Jim was so hot here, I would have died!
M a g i c
@dicker040
Hi, I'm for it too, sounds like a good idea.
Love SM, they're absolutely great
Simple instructions for your patience
SHOW / THE BEST // SM >
Big Guns!
sound like U2 cause the producer of sparkle in the rain Steve Lillywhite is u2 's producer of war,and many another u2 albums!anyway j love both bands(j saw 15simple minds gigs and 12 u2 gigs) but j love u2 BECAUSE of Simple Minds..and simple minds are better musicians than u2!
The best by a mile u2 my arse
This song must be really tiring to play for the bassist. He does not miss a beat by the way.
Isn't the bass rhythm by a synth, or programmed? Something like that.
@@stuartwray6175 Yes, probably you are right. That makes a lot of sense. Thanks for your answer 👍
2:14 Charlie missing the chord. Oops!!
sounds a lot like u2 or is it the other way around.....
The other way round
Definitely the other way round 👍
@@Round_07 Love how Jim says he loves Rotterdam; you got one of our own at Rangers now. And you beat Dortmund.
oops didnt realise Jim is Celtic..... of course he would be - I'm totally in the rain 😁
defo not the sound of Simple Minds was unique...Simple Minds was a better band in my view 👍
Hou op , vond het toen slecht , sorry.
Alle uitvoeringen werden op een soort 12 inch uitvoering gedaan
Op zich is dit een heerlijk nr
U2 is bigger! There's, unfortunately, nothing left from the SM....I saw them years later after 1985, in Amsterdam.....I went home earlier, while the concert keeps going! It was very bad....and U2 still keeps going strong!