Mel Gaynor: 38 Years in Simple Minds

Mel Gaynor spent 38 years behind the kit with Simple Minds. Here he talks about the exit, the book that’ll tell the full story, and playing with Elton John.

In this clip from our full interview, the Simple Minds drummer looks back on four decades in one of the biggest bands of the 80s. He explains why the exit story is saved for his book, why the 80s drum sound deserves to stay, and what the Elton John sessions were like.

It’s a great watch for Simple Minds fans, session drummers and anyone who loves the 80s arena era.

Full interview: https://youtu.be/PB_MhIc37P4

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