Simple Minds with Modern English and Soft Cell

Formed in Colchester, England, Modern English, known for "I Melt With You," evolved from post-punk to New Wave under producer Hugh Jones. Winner of a Lifetime Achievement Award, the band was featured by DJ John Peel.

Soft Cell, an English synth-pop duo formed in the late '70s, gained fame with their hit "Tainted Love." Marc Almond and Dave Ball, initially art students, pioneered the new wave style, reaching chart success with albums like "Non-Stop Erotic Cabaret." They scored several UK hits and collaborated with acts like The The and Gene Pitney. Despite disbanding in the mid-'80s, they reunited in the 2000s, producing albums like "Cruelty Without Beauty" and the 2022 release "Happiness Not Included," showcasing their enduring impact on electronic music.

Simple Minds, from the UK, are iconic for their diverse styles, from avant-garde to stadium rock. They've sold over 60 million records, famous for "Don't You (Forget About Me)." They've had hits in several countries, with No.1 albums like "Once Upon A Time" and memorable performances at Live Aid and for Nelson Mandela.