The former drummer of Simple Minds will be performing in the Isle of Man during TT fortnight.

XSM will take to the stage on May 28, featuring Brian McGee alongside 1980s pop star Owen Paul and fellow band members Joe O’Neill, Anthony William and Gary Irvine.

McGee was part of the original line-up of Simple Minds, the band famous for anthems including Waterfront and Don’t You Forget About Me, and played a key role in defining the group’s unmistakable early sound. He played on the band’s first five albums, featuring on tracks like Life in a Day, Chelsea Girl and The American.

He became part of XSM in 2010, performing around the world and recording new music.

At the Villa Marina, Owen Paul - who had his own top 10 hit with My Favourite Waste of Time - will be on vocals as the band performs a set comprised from the back catalogue of Simple Minds.

Mark Armstrong,of TalisMann Promotions said: ’After the huge success of From The Jam last year, when former member of The Jam Bruce Foxton performed at the TT, we didn’t want to miss the opportunity to bring another founder member of a legendary band to the Isle of Man.’

Jonno Gollow, of JonnoPromotions, added: ’Brian McGee was there at the start of Simple Minds and helped shape the sound which saw the band become one of the biggest music groups in the world. We’re delighted he’ll be bringing those sounds to the Villa Marina, accompanied by superb vocalist Owen Paul and a hugely talented band.

’We are also delighted to secure the support of the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company and Sure as sponsors. They have both been long-time supporters of TalisMann Promotions and JonnoPromotions, helping to ensure the island can host such great live music events, and both Mark and I would like to thank them for the ongoing commitment.’

While the timing of the concert during Practice Week means both Island residents and visiting TT fans can enjoy the music, it has been scheduled for Sunday evening to avoid any closed road sessions, and with the following day being a Bank Holiday there’s no reason not to stay out late.

The concert is being sponsored by the Isle of Man Steam Packet, which is assisting with travel costs, and Sure.