Simple Minds Reveal 'Ruby Anniversary' Remastered Edition of 'Once Upon A Time' for 2025
So, guess what? Simple Minds have just confirmed a 'Ruby Anniversary' digital edition of their 1985 album Once Upon A Time for 2025. This remastered version isn't just the original tracks; they've added the US No. 1 single "Don't You (Forget About Me)" right after "Alive and Kicking" and before "Oh Jungleland". The artwork has been restored and tweaked slightly, giving a fresh yet nostalgic feel.
But that's not all. They've announced that physical versions and other anniversary reissues are set to drop later this year. For those of us who still cherish vinyl and CDs, this is fantastic news. The anticipation of holding that remastered physical copy is real!
In line with the anniversary, Simple Minds are embarking on a 24-date North American tour named the Alive & Kicking 2025 Tour. They're bringing along Soft Cell and Modern English as support acts, which is pretty epic. To top it off, they're set to perform "Don't You (Forget About Me)" on Jimmy Kimmel Live! this Wednesday, January 29th. Definitely marking my calendar for that one.
On another note, the exclusive blu-rays for New Gold Dream (81-82-83-84) and Sparkle in the Rain are releasing at the end of next week. There's a limited amount available, so if you're keen, it'd be wise to get on the waiting list. Just head over to their product pages and click on the 'tell me if you get more stock' button.
It's times like these that remind me why I love being part of this community. Discovering and discussing physical music releases keeps the spirit alive. Big shoutout to sites like SuperDeluxeEdition.com for helping us stay in the loop. They participate in affiliate programs to keep the site free, which is pretty cool.
Overall, it's shaping up to be an exciting year for fans. Between the remastered releases and the upcoming tour, there's a lot to look forward to. Time to dust off the turntable and get ready for some high-quality sound!
