Ex-Simple Mind (or XSM) are a Scottish new wave/

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band, formed in 2009 by

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and Brian McGee, both former members of the new wave bands

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and

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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

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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

and Brian McGee formed the partnership they shared in the 1980s, this time under the name XSM (Ex-Simple Mind). Throughout their tenure, the band have performed shows across the UK and in Europe, performing classic hit songs of Simple Minds, as well as live covers. In September 2011, a concert was held in

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, Philippines together with English new wave band

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Discography

Singles

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

References

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