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Tag: constantinople line

Minds Music Monday

One of my all time favourite early numbers… One of the first when I delved into that back catalogue that I fell in love with.

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Lyric Of The Day – Constantinople Line

   Lyric of the day Song: Constantinople Line Album: Empires And Dance Year of release: 1980 Words: Jim Kerr

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Why I Love…Constantinople Line

It’s the rhythm of it to begin with. Very reminiscent of David Bowie’s Station To Station. It reminds me of it, but is far enough removed not to sound a pastiche. A great bassline once again from “Big Dan”. And Charlie uses the guitar effects for a nice screeching sound. Maybe it’s just reverb. I…

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Constantinople Line Demo

Constantinople Line Demo

I love this version as much as the one that’s on Empires And Dance! Jim totally plays around with the lyrics. Love it! #SimpleMinds

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My Dream Setlist – Song Five

My Dream Setlist – Song Five

Time for song five from my Simple Minds dreams setlist. Constantinople Line from the sublime Empires and Dance album. Enjoy.

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Simple Minds – Constantinople Line Lyrics

Simple Minds – Constantinople Line Lyrics

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