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Duran Duran

new wave · 1981–1995

Duran Duran
📷 Brian Aris; Distributed by Capitol Records · Public domain

Imagine the vibrant pulse of the '80s, where the air crackles with synths and the promise of new wave innovation. Hailing from the UK, Duran Duran emerged from Birmingham's music scene, bringing a stylish flair that blended art pop and hard rock with an unmistakable New Romantic aesthetic. The lineup of Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor, Andy Taylor, and Roger Taylor crafted infectious hits like "Hungry Like the Wolf" and "Rio," capturing the hearts of fans everywhere. Their sound evolved, reflected in tracks like "A View to a Kill" and "The Reflex," ensuring their place in the annals of pop history. With an indelible mark on music and culture, Duran Duran remains a timeless soundtrack to a generation that danced through neon nights and unforgettable moments.

The facts

  • Formed 1978
  • United Kingdom
  • new wave, New Romantic, art pop
  • On Warner Bros. Records, Capitol Records, Epic Records
  • Members: Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor, Roger Taylor, Andy Taylor, Warren Cuccurullo

Duran Duran in the crate

Girls on Film
Duran Duran
1981
Planet Earth
Duran Duran
1981
Hungry Like the Wolf
Duran Duran
1982
Is There Something I Should Know?
Duran Duran
1983
New Moon On Monday
Duran Duran
1984
The Reflex
Duran Duran
1984
Union of the Snake
Duran Duran
1984
A View to a Kill
Duran Duran
1985
The Wild Boys
Duran Duran
1985
Notorious
Duran Duran
1987
I Don't Want Your Love
Duran Duran
1989
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