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Simple Minds Exit Their Live Trilogy On A High Note With “Live In the City of Diamonds” [part 2]

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Simple Minds Exit Their Live Trilogy On A High Note With “Live In the City of Diamonds” [part 2]
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Summary: Simple Minds’ live album kicks off with a strong opening, but the tonal shift between "This Fear of Gods" and "Let There Be Love" felt jarring. Despite this, the band showcased their adaptability, with great performances of “Once Upon A Time” and “New Gold Dream.” Sarah Brown’s contributions brought fresh energy, and Cherisse Osei’s drum solo was a standout moment. However, the lengthy rendition of “Belfast Child” fell flat for the reviewer, who found it torturous and disconnected from the band’s essence.

Discussion Prompt: Given the mixed feelings about the setlist and certain songs, how important is it for bands to evolve their performances versus sticking to fan favorites, and what impact does this have on their legacy?

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City Diamonds Exit High live Minds Note part Simple trilogy
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