Duran Duran has been a force in the music industry for decades, captivating fans with their infectious tunes and captivating performances. From their chart-topping hits to their enigmatic personas, the band has left an indelible mark on pop culture. In this curated collection of fan facts, we delve into the world of Duran Duran, unearthing intriguing tidbits and lesser-known details that will leave even the most dedicated fans amazed. Get ready to dive into the fascinating universe of Duran Duran as we unveil 20 fan facts that will not only surprise but also delight you.
Duran Duran Facts
1) While all are good looking, Simon is the cutest.
2) When they chose their name from the Barbarella character, they spelled it wrong. The character’s name was Durand Durand.
3) They split into 2 camps for a while, Power Station and Arcadia.
4) When I first saw them in HLTW, I mistook Nick for a girl. Sorry Nick.
5) They were one of the most fashionable bands in the 80s. They still are today.
6). They caused teenage girls to scream at octaves that NKOTB never achieved
7) They are the only band to have a James Bond theme hit #1 in the states. Guess all those teenage fans paid off, heh?
8) John and Nick are only children. Simon, Roger, and Andy all have siblings.
9) Simon nearly died making Wild Boys video.
10) Simon nearly died in a yachting accident in 1985.
11) Duran Duran is the band of the 80s. They were always on the radio or MTV in one form or another.
12) John and Andy both had solo singles.
13) For anyone who doesn’t know, Simon has blue eyes, John has brown eyes, Nick has hazel eyes, Roger has brown eyes, and Andy has blue eyes.
14) They hate the video for NMOM.
15) The videos for Save A Prayer and Lonely In Your Nightmare share some scenes.
16) The video for Notorious is very similar, almost identical, to the video for Steve Windwood’s Higher Love.
17) Simon wrote the songs Do You Believe In Shame?, Ordinary World, and Out Of Mind about the loss of his childhood friend to a drug overdose.
18) Duran Duran are brilliant live performers.
19) All their albums names are as follows:. Duran Duran, Rio, Seven And The Ragged Tiger, Arena, Notorious, Big Thing, Liberty, Duran Duran aka The Wedding Album, Thank You, Medazzaland, Pop Trash, Astronaut, Red Carpet Massacre, All You Need Is Now, and Paper Gods.
20) DURAN DURAN DESERVE TO BE IN THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME.