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"Duran Duran"

Duran Duran defined the sound and style of the 80s New Wave movement. This iconic British band blended synth-pop, rock, and funk, achieving global superstardom with their infectious melodies, glamorous image, and revolutionary music videos that dominated MTV, making them international style icons for a generation.

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DURAN DURAN: Notorious, Hungry Like the Wolf, A View To A Kill, The Reflex, Rio

Their impressive catalog boasts numerous chart-topping singles and timeless classics. From the jungles of adventure to sophisticated funk grooves and cinematic theme songs, tracks like "Hungry Like the Wolf," "Rio," "The Reflex," "A View To A Kill," and "Notorious" showcase their influential and enduring pop craftsmanship.

TITLE: Duran Duran
ACTIVE: 1978–present (1978)
BAND: Duran Duran

BAND | Duran Duran

"Notorious"

Get funky with Duran Duran's 1986 smash hit, "Notorious"! Produced by Nile Rodgers, this infectious track marked a stylish evolution for the band, blending funk rock grooves with dance-rock energy. The title track from their fourth studio album showcased a leaner, more mature sound.

TITLE: Notorious
BAND: Duran Duran
GENRE: Dance-rock, Funk Rock
RELEASEDAY: October 20
YEAR: 1986

Released October 20, 1986, "Notorious" announced a new era for Duran Duran, now operating as a trio. This funk rock single, heavily influenced by producer Nile Rodgers (who also contributed guitar), featured punchy horns and a driving bassline...

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BAND | Duran Duran

"Hungry Like the Wolf"

Experience Duran Duran's primal 1982 smash, "Hungry Like the Wolf"! A defining new wave anthem from the iconic Rio album, this track blends synth-pop sheen with a driving disco-rock beat. Its legendary, jungle-themed music video became an early MTV staple, launching the band internationally.