Mel George Gaynor (born 29 May 1959) is a British drummer, singer and recording artist, best known as the longtime drummer for the rock band Simple Minds. == Career == Prior to joining Simple Minds, Gaynor played in the hard rock band Samson, at the same time as vocalist Bruce Dickinson. In 1981, he appeared in the music video for David Bowie's "Wild Is the Wind". Gaynor first worked with Simple Minds in 1982 as a session drummer for the... [more on Wikipedia]
As a songwriter, Mel Gaynor first charted in 1983 with Waterfront.The artist placed 3 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, one of which reached the Top‑10.The artist scored 9 UK Top‑75 entries, including 4 Top‑10 placements.On US Rock the artist achieved 3 Top‑10s.
Top songs: #1: Alive and Kicking - #2: Sanctify Yourself - #3: All the Things She Said - #4: Love Song / Alive & Kicking - #5: Ghost Dancing
Speed Your Love to Me
Simple Minds
Up on the Catwalk
Simple Minds
#2 Sanctify Yourself
Simple Minds
#3 All the Things She Said
Simple Minds
#5 Ghost Dancing
Simple Minds
#4 Love Song / Alive & Kicking
Simple Minds
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