Duran Duran

Duran Duran is an iconic British band that rose to fame in the 1980s and became one of the most successful acts of the era, blending new wave, pop, and electronic music with stylish visuals that defined the MTV generation. Formed in Birmingham in 1978, the band quickly gained popularity for their catchy tunes, glamorous image, and innovative music videos.

Band Members:
– Simon Le Bon (vocals)
– Nick Rhodes (keyboards)
– John Taylor (bass)
– Roger Taylor (drums)
– Andy Taylor (guitar) – not related to John Taylor

The band’s name, Duran Duran, comes from a character in the 1968 science fiction film “Barbarella.”

Hits in the UK:
1. “Planet Earth” (1981) – UK #12
2. “Girls on Film” (1981) – UK #5
3. “My Own Way” (1981) – UK #14
4. “Hungry Like the Wolf” (1982) – UK #5
5. “Save a Prayer” (1982) – UK #2
6. “Rio” (1982) – UK #9
7. “Is There Something I Should Know?” (1983) – UK #1
8. “Union of the Snake” (1983) – UK #3
9. “New Moon on Monday” (1984) – UK #9
10. “The Reflex” (1984) – UK #1
11. “Wild Boys” (1984) – UK #2
12. “A View to a Kill” (1985) – UK #2
13. “Notorious” (1986) – UK #7
14. “Skin Trade” (1987) – UK #22
15. “I Don’t Want Your Love” (1988) – UK #14
16. “All She Wants Is” (1988) – UK #9
17. “Do You Believe in Shame?” (1989) – UK #30
18. “Burning the Ground” (1989) – UK #31
19. “Violence of Summer (Love’s Taking Over)” (1990) – UK #20
20. “Serious” (1990) – UK #48
21. “Ordinary World” (1993) – UK #6
22. “Come Undone” (1993) – UK #13
23. “Too Much Information” (1993) – UK #35
24. “Perfect Day” (1995) – UK #28
25. “White Lines” (1995) – UK #17
26. “(Reach Up for The) Sunrise” (2004) – UK #5
27. “What Happens Tomorrow” (2005) – UK #11

Studio Albums:
1. “Duran Duran” (1981) – UK #3
2. “Rio” (1982) – UK #2
3. “Seven and the Ragged Tiger” (1983) – UK #1
4. “Arena” (1984) – UK #4
5. “Notorious” (1986) – UK #16
6. “Big Thing” (1988) – UK #15
7. “Liberty” (1990) – UK #8
8. “Duran Duran (The Wedding Album)” (1993) – UK #4
9. “Thank You” (1995) – UK #12
10. “Medazzaland” (1997) – UK #58
11. “Pop Trash” (2000) – UK #35
12. “Astronaut” (2004) – UK #3
13. “Red Carpet Massacre” (2007) – UK #44
14. “All You Need Is Now” (2010) – UK #11
15. “Paper Gods” (2015) – UK #5

Awards and Achievements:
– Duran Duran has won numerous awards, including Grammy Awards, Brit Awards, and MTV Video Music Awards.
– In 1984, they won two Grammy Awards for “Best Music Video, Long Form” for “Duran Duran” and “Best Music Video, Short Form” for “The Reflex.”
– They received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the MTV Video Music Awards in 2003.

Throughout their career, Duran Duran has influenced countless artists and left an indelible mark on the music industry. Their ability to evolve with the times and create timeless hits has solidified their status as one of the greatest bands in British music history.