Duran Duran
Few bands have defined the sound and style of a generation quite like Duran Duran. Emerging from the post-punk landscape of late 1970s Birmingham, the band quickly became synonymous with the glamour and innovation of the 1980s new wave movement. Blending sharp synth hooks, funk-infused basslines, and an unmistakable sense of visual flair, they helped usher in the MTV era.
Duran Duran’s early success was meteoric. Their 1981 self-titled debut album introduced hits like “Planet Earth” and “Girls on Film,” while their follow-up, Rio (1982), cemented their global stardom with classics such as “Hungry Like the Wolf,” “Save a Prayer,” and the title track “Rio.” The band’s cinematic videos and fashion-forward image turned them into global tastemakers and teen idols, but it was their songwriting and musical experimentation that ensured lasting relevance.
Over the decades, Duran Duran continued to evolve. From the moody sophistication of Seven and the Ragged Tiger (1983) to the funk-driven Notorious (1986), the electronica-tinged Medazzaland (1997), and their 2000s revival with Astronaut (2004), the band consistently pushed boundaries while maintaining a distinctive sonic identity.
We’ve curated a comprehensive collection of Duran Duran’s albums—past and present—so you can explore the full spectrum of their extraordinary discography. Check out out below.