Simple Minds are back and have just dropped “Vision Thing” — the lead single from their upcoming 18th studio album, titled Direction Of The Heart, set for release on October 21st. Simple Minds are still led by singer Jim Kerr and guitarist Charlie Burchill, with the new album released on the BMG imprint.
Jim Kerr said in the album's official announcement: “How to make a feel-good 'Electro-rock’ record, during the very worst of times? Direction Of The Heart is the result of that challenge. Who would have thought we’d have so much fun creating it?”
Guesting on Direction Of The Heart is Sparks frontman Russell Mael, who appears on the track, “Human Traffic.”