single · May 1, 1980
Simple Simon
Universal Music Australia Pty. Ltd.See this day
new wavesynth-popdance-pop
The debut single from the Australian band, 'Simple Simon' showcased their early synth-pop and new wave sound before their international breakthrough. It was released on the independent label Deluxe Records.
- The single was released on May 1, 1980, predating their 1982 international debut.
- The song features a prominent synthesizer riff characteristic of early 1980s dance-pop.
- The B-side to "Simple Simon" was "On the Rocks".
INXS were an Australian rock band formed in Sydney in 1977, known for their stadium rock anthems and synth-pop influences. By 1980, they had established themselves as a significant force in the Australian music scene with their debut album.
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