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Learn about Mel Gaynor, the former drummer of Simple Minds, and his debut solo album 'Come With Me'. Pre-order the digital and CD versions and get exclusive content from the legendary Marquee Records label.
Mel George Gaynor (born 29 May 1959) is a British drummer and a singer and recording artist, best known as the longtime drummer for the rock band Simple Minds. Also released a solo album called come with me May 2024 will start his tour autumn 2024.
Mel Gaynor was recruited (as a full member of the band) for the remaining dates. Simple Minds' first non-Scottish member, Gaynor went on to become the band's longest-standing drummer (and member aside from mainstays Burchill and Kerr) despite thrice leaving and returning in the following decades.
27 de ene. de 2010 · Mel Gaynor. Mel Gaynor came to fame when he joined Simple Minds as a session drummer in 1982, giving the Scottish rockers a jolt of power in the process. Of course, Gaynor got the full-time gig and the rest, as they say, is history.
If you’re into pop and rock music with jazz and R&B leanings, Mel Gaynor’s drumming is probably for you. He’s been a member of Simple Minds, recorded with Tina Turner and Elton John, and has lent a hand in selling over 60 million records.
