Simple Minds — Once Upon A Time (Deluxe Edition • Ruby Red LP)

40th-anniversary Deluxe edition of Simple Minds’ landmark 1985 album, pressed on ruby red vinyl in a gatefold sleeve. The running order now includes the global hit “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” within the album sequence for the first time.

Issued by UMR / Virgin, street date: October 17, 2025.

Key Features

• Format: 1 × LP, 12"
• Colour: Ruby Red (coloured vinyl)
• Packaging: gatefold
• Label: UMR / Virgin
• Edition: Deluxe (40th Anniversary)
• Release date: 2025-10-17
• EAN: 0602475469957

Tracklist

1. Once Upon A Time
2. All The Things She Said
3. Ghost Dancing
4. Alive And Kicking
5. Don’t You (Forget About Me)
6. Oh Jungleland
7. I Wish You Were Here
8. Sanctify Yourself
9. Come A Long Way

Why You’ll Love It

An era-defining pop-rock classic, now in a collectible package: coloured vinyl for added warmth and punch, a handsome gatefold, and the definitive track list including “Don’t You (Forget About Me)”. A must-have upgrade for both new listeners and long-time fans.

Trivia

• The gatefold spread features Anton Corbijn’s famous Live Aid (1985) photograph of the band.
• This Deluxe LP marks the album’s 40th anniversary with a dedicated colourway.