Simple Minds are marking several milestones in 2024, including the 25th anniversary of 'Neon Lights' and the 45th anniversary of 'Sons and Fascination,' while also announcing their new album 'Sacrosanct' and the single 'Beginner Boys.' The band is set to tour France and perform in Australia in February 2027, and has been recognized for its political activism, notably through the song 'Mandela Day.'