Ex-Simple Minds (or XSM) are a Scottish new wave/ rock band, formed in 2009 by Derek Forbes and Brian McGee, both former members of the new wave bands

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. The band's original lead singer was McGee's younger brother, Owen Paul, but due to other commitments, Paul left the band and was replaced by singer George Porter in 2011. When Porter left the band, Paul briefly returned then was replaced by Eddie Beggan in June 2012. Derek Forbes left XSM to join Big Country in 2012 and performed his last gig in Spain in 2013.

Formation

After a successful career as two of the original members of Scottish band

, ex-members Derek Forbes and Brian McGee formed the partnership they shared in the 1980s, this time under the name XSM (Ex-Simple Minds). Throughout 2010 till present, the band have performed shows across the UK and in Europe, performing the classic hit songs of Simple Minds, as well as live covers. In September 2011, a concert was held in Manila, Philippines together with English new wave band China Crisis.

Discography

Singles

* "The American" (2010) * "Outsider" (2012)

References

Scottish new wave musical groups Scottish rock music groups Musical groups from Glasgow {{UK-band-stub