I was a big, huge fan back in the mid eighties and early 1990’s. In Spain there was Simply Red fever, especially after Stars. One of my favourite songs, which came way before that, was «Holding Back the Years» from 1985…
In any event, this was…and is…a marvellous group from Manchester, England, who did a little soul, jazz, pop, and blue eyed soul. Hell, they even did some reggae and rock and have sold over 55 million records.
I know they’ve a lot of fans here and in the US as well. So, I am posting their concert in La Habana, Cuba at the Grand Theatre of La Habana. The orchestra and the dancers are Cuban artists. And the theatre is amazing. I had the pleasure of visiting in 2016 and I was impressed. Of course, this incredible building was built in the days when La Habana was considered among the first five most beautiful cities in the world (Paris, London, Buenos Aires, New York). Now Havana (in English) is number 28 in the ranking of the top 50 cities of the world. It is one interesting place to visit.
I hope you enjoy the concert. I know, it is longer than listening to just one song, but if you enjoy the music of Simply Red, you will enjoy this video.
Cheers…
JaZzArt en València 
I was a big fan too
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Lots of good music they brought to us. Thanks Malc!
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I am with you, my friend. Loved Big Red and their take on fusing styles and genres. So creative and expressive. Great choice to share, Francisco!
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It’s good to hear that. Thank you my friend! All the best to you!
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Some artists, groups, talented beyond description I just do not appreciate. Here we have one.
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Well, that’s the good thing about music…well, art in general…there is something for everybody. Cheers my friend and all the best.
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And to you, your midweek.
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Thank you!
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I was a huge Simply Red fan, too! Perhaps not as well remembered as other songs, Say You Love Me was a ballad I listened to a million times 🙂
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A great song that it is. Thank you Aiva, have a great weekend and all the best.
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I saw them in concert at Old Trafford cricket ground, over 30 years ago, and then again at the Manchester Arena a few years ago. Great memories.
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I can imagine, must have been a great concert. Thank you for your visit and appreciate your comment. All the best.
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