Duran Duran Appreciation Thread

[djparky]

it's only release day but it's No1 in the UK, US, Canada and Italy pop charts, and sits at No3 in the main UK and US album charts- whatever happens to it- it's probably eclipsed RCM on day one.

I can't believe it's just the fanbase buying this- will see what happens tomorrow (excuse the pun)- it's a bloody brilliant album that deserves to be heard by a wider audience

 

[corianderstem]

Great pic, partygirl!

I downloaded it first thing this morning and listened to it on the way to work. It's really good.

My three favorites were right in a row - Girl Panic, The Man Who Stole a Leopard, and Runaway Runaway.

YAY!

 

[U2Fanatic4ever]

wahhh.. I have to wait till I get home from work to download this. Gonna be one long damn day..

 

[U2Fanatic4ever]

downloaded and ready for multiple listens!

 

[one4u2]

downloaded and ready for multiple listens!

Waits

Video officially released..

All You Need Is Now by Duran Duran Music Video on Yahoo! Music

 

[one4u2]

Still listening myself but Being Followed, AYNIN, Girl Panic, The man who Stole a

and I think Safe is totally groovy, such a club hit

 

[oktobergirl]

Wow, this is a really good album. I am impressed!!!

 

[U2Fanatic4ever]

Hands down.. The man who stole a leopard is my fav right now..

 

[partygirl43]

^Me too...love it!!!!

 

[FitzChivalry]

I held out, didn't listen to any snippets or previews, bought it today and:



O Emmmm Geeee -- 'The Man Who Stole A Leopard'!!!!!!!!

 

[U2Fanatic4ever]

I held out, didn't listen to any snippets or previews, bought it today and:



O Emmmm Geeee -- 'The Man Who Stole A Leopard'!!!!!!!!

yep my favorite right now!

 

[deltau922]

Safe is probably my favorite, but man this album really does harken back. Aside the fact that his voice is impossibly indistinguishable from it's old self, musically I just feel like so many of these tracks wold fit right in with the original albums (and don't get me wrong - I LOVE the last two albums). This one is just an absolute blast to listen to over and over.

 

[FitzChivalry]

Aside the fact that his voice is impossibly indistinguishable from it's old self,

I think his voice has been a touch Auto-Toned on this one.

 

[U2Fanatic4ever]

^ I agree it does bring me back.. And I think Simon's voice is still incredible.. They sound great and I can't wait for the tour now..

 

[deltau922]

Yeah, I have no doubt that it's being manipulated some to get that perfect pitch for the album, but in terms of range and clarity his voice doesn't seem to have changed, whereas other guys' voices have gotten pretty ravaged over time, understandably.

Anyway, after several listens, the only one that seems a little out of place (though still a nice song) is Leave a Light On. It sounds a little more like a Medazzaland track. I can't wait to hear the remaining three songs.

 

[one4u2]

Safe is probably my favorite, but man this album really does harken back. Aside the fact that his voice is impossibly indistinguishable from it's old self, musically I just feel like so many of these tracks wold fit right in with the original albums (and don't get me wrong - I LOVE the last two albums). This one is just an absolute blast to listen to over and over.

Safe

He has a voice that can melt butter

 

[Catman]

I know it's been said countless times already, but just let me restate: "The Man Who Stole a Leopard" =

 

[U2Fanatic4ever]

I know it's been said countless times already, but just let me restate: "The Man Who Stole a Leopard" =

feel free to restate this cuz it's TRUE..

 

[oktobergirl]

I think Runway Runaway is a true melodic classic

 

[U2inUtah]

The new album is getting some great reviews so far....84 avg. score on Metacritic and a 90 from PopMatters.

All You Need Is Now Reviews, Ratings, Credits, and More at Metacritic

 

[KhanadaRhodes]

uk tour dates announced:
Wednesday 18th May 2011 Newcastle Metro Radio Arena
Thursday 19th May 2011 Glasgow SECC
Saturday 21st May 2011 Birmingham LG Arena
Sunday 22nd May 2011 Nottingham Capital FM Arena
Monday 23rd May 2011 Liverpool Echo Arena
Saturday 28th May 2011 London The O2 Arena
Monday 30th May 2011 Brighton Centre
Tuesday 31st May 2011 Bournemouth International Centre
Wednesday 1st June 2011 Cardiff International Arena
Friday 3rd June 2011 Manchester MEN Arena
Saturday 4th June 2011 Sheffield Motorpoint Arena

 

[one4u2]

Saw those..cannot believe those vip prices over $400 for a chance to meet the band

 

[KhanadaRhodes]

2011 Song of the Year Candidate #1: Duran Duran, “The Man Who Stole a Leopard”

 

[KhanadaRhodes]

looks like this thread is all mine :kicks back:

i forgot to post it here at the time, but wednesday was planet earth's 30th anniversary. as you know, that was their first single etc.

Duran Duran "Sh*t, where did the time go?" ? Duran Duran woo
Duran Duran Has it really been thirty years? ? Duran Duran and further words from john

 

[FitzChivalry]

I'll be seeing them at Coachella. I hope they don't conflict with anyone else I really want to see.

 

[super fly guy]

Is it just me or does the video for all you need is now remind you of the vertigo HQ Video? Just a wee bit!

 

[one4u2]

Ha!

 

[Outsider]

Planet earth is one of my favorites to sing aloud in my car. If I make it to coachella, I'm definitely seeing them

 

[super fly guy]

Being honest they are a band I have ignored for years,just never got into them. But I love the song all you need is now,its got swagger. I might have to dive deeper into the back catalog!

 

[cobl04]

thought i'd post it in here to, i told khan on facebook the other day i was excited to hear what i thought was a Duran Duran song i enjoyed at the gym, West End Girls. turns out it's by the Pet Shop Boys.