Many years ago, Smash Hits magazine published a letter I wrote about Duran Duran. People had been saying they were a throwaway band who wouldn't last. I stood up for them and said they were here to stay. 40 years later and I think the critics have definitely been proven wrong! 15 year old me would be so happy to see this😊
I think the problem was a little different... DD was saying that in some aspects they were already bigger than the Beatles and the best was still to me, and the media was going all along with that. That was the problem imho. I think even you would admit that they are not bigger today than the Beatles by any stretch of imagination. I would even argue that they not even as big as Van Halen (not a fan of) remains today
🤣🤣🤣🤣....smash hits ya say ? Basically a pop teeny bopper magazine for children under the age of 12 with no musical knowledge other than the rubbish it published ! In reality it was more than likely some lone spandue ballet fan that said that and not the music world in general like your indicating...I mean it wasn't exactly the NME by any stretch of the imagination was it ?....nice try Judith alas another throwaway comment 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Growing up in the 80's was a special time. Duran Duran still killing it. Take me back to the 80's anyday. Music was off the scale back then. Great singers, bands, fashion - it was everything.
Simon's voice held up better than any of the other 80s singers I know of. Anyone hear Jon Bon Jovi this tour? Axl is done, too. I know, you'll say hard rock is harder to sing; but LeBon's voice could have just as easily bit the dust, too. Duran Duran defines an 80s band. It was an all new sound. LeBon's energy is off the hook. He's 63. Unprecedented. John Taylor=most underrated bass player, ever. Stunning musicianship. Amazing band performance in 2022 for an 80s band. I think they win.
How is he underrated and hes played on hit records and now in the rock and roll hall of fame and why do folks use the word underrated on CZcams so darn much it's Soo stupid
@@anthonytaylor7928 because when people mention great bass players and lists of top bass players are made John's name doesn't come up. Undermentioned is more accurate than underrated. Please don't follow up with a reply. I answered your question and am not interested in a debate.
@@anthonytaylor7928 👍👍I agree completely with you AT, he tops loads of top bassist polls and you tube is rammed with bassists in awe of his musicianship. He’s rated as one of the top rock bassists ever. Which he is.
I was at this concert. The sound system was outstanding, the stage lights dazzling, and Simon's voice is spot on. Nile Rogers and Chic tore it up as well. Thank you for posting this video. I will always remember this concert.
I grew up in Pinner and knew Simon from end of first School and had the pleasure of working with his lovely mother as a young man and her vitality no doubt had a strong effect on Simon's character who obviously has a zest for life and still performing in great voice. Respect from here.
So proud of my son who was Simon,s specialist when he had his surgery recently. Simon txted him to see if he would like two tickets to this show and afterwards some social back stage get together. Sadly he could not make the after reception due to an early start next day, . He said Simon was a great patient and got on well with him and they enjoyed the concert
We were in London last week, and we were walking through Hyde Park on the mid morning of the 10 July. We heard Duran Duran doing some rehearsals and me and my girlfriend both said what a fantastic voice Simon still has.
I saw Duran Duran in concert back in 1984. I`ve been to hundreds of concerts, and that concert is still in my top three. They sound and look fantastic. I would love to see them again.
40 years on and duran duran still sound fantastic. I wasnt a fan until i saw them at a festival in gibraltar in 2018 and they blew me away. such a great live band.
I WAS THERE. I WAS ON THE WAITING LISTS FOR 2 YEARS FOR TICKETS ON THE WHEELCHAIR PLATFORM. 2015 NEC BIRMINGHAM 4TH DEC 2015 O2 LONDON 8TH DEC 2022 HYDE PARK LONDON BRITISH SUMMERTIME FESTIVAL
They're absolute geniuses. Great musicians, composers and performers, they never grow old (even if all of them are in their sixties!) neither does their music. Hats off to these guys! They sound as good as they did 40 years ago if not better. I'll go completely crazy if I'd meet them!! They're absolutely my favourites in the world. For ever duranian from italy
Number 1 London to Buckingham Palace, what a glorious park and band, Duran is Awesome in Concert , Duran band members have yet to get old in my opinion, Amazing. London can be a very fun town, Niles is such a great producer
Duran Duran los mejores y más fabulosos de todos los tiempos gracias por compartir con nosotros los fans de Duran Duran este video simón es lindo mi favorito
The 80’s had great style of music I was lucky to be growing up in this era. The band has still got and they are getting hotter and hotter 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥they are still the best band on planet earth.💯❤️👍
Thanks Philippe for the amazing edit. I was at this gig and the sound was brilliant. So great to see Nile Rodgers join Duran Duran for "Notorious" and "Pressure Off". Of the new songs, "Give it all up" was very well received and sounded great live.
Awesome amazing brilliant fantastic wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow I was there near the back later got half way 69th time seeing this best band on planet earth 🌍🌎 bloody brilliant
Really didn’t appreciate these the first time round I think I was going thru my pretending not to like bands everyone else loved phase lol - message to 15 yr old me .. you will love them when ur 53 and admit it
Thank you Philippe for these images. I remember when, in Secundary School, I danced an choreography for Notorious with my friends that a remember until today.
Thank you for this wonderfully sounding, beautifully edit vid. I so cannot wait for DD in Columbus. They are not only amazing performers but fashion icons. I love you, DD ❤️❤️❤️
The quality of your video is impeccable my friend BEAutiful viewing with the new iPhone 📱 13 pro max !! Taking me back to my heyday “ 80”s in style 🎥 my friend 🫡 from Boston N.E. 💪
Many years ago, Smash Hits magazine published a letter I wrote about Duran Duran. People had been saying they were a throwaway band who wouldn't last. I stood up for them and said they were here to stay. 40 years later and I think the critics have definitely been proven wrong! 15 year old me would be so happy to see this😊
Good work Judith. Remember when names like your's (please correct me) were the norm.
I think the problem was a little different... DD was saying that in some aspects they were already bigger than the Beatles and the best was still to me, and the media was going all along with that. That was the problem imho. I think even you would admit that they are not bigger today than the Beatles by any stretch of imagination. I would even argue that they not even as big as Van Halen (not a fan of) remains today
🤣🤣🤣🤣....smash hits ya say ? Basically a pop teeny bopper magazine for children under the age of 12 with no musical knowledge other than the rubbish it published ! In reality it was more than likely some lone spandue ballet fan that said that and not the music world in general like your indicating...I mean it wasn't exactly the NME by any stretch of the imagination was it ?....nice try Judith alas another throwaway comment 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Not had a no 1 for 30 years but still great live and sell out venues
@@garethwilkinson3456 “yours” 😅
The 80's were great. So many great bands, singers, styles. God, I miss those days!
don't miss them , just live them again
Tell me about it
I traveled from Chicago to see this show. It was AMAZING
I was there, it was a beautiful, music filled evening....
Simon's voice is outstanding 40 years later .....so many of their top 20 songs are still a delight on stage . Amazed !!
Growing up in the 80's was a special time. Duran Duran still killing it. Take me back to the 80's anyday. Music was off the scale back then. Great singers, bands, fashion - it was everything.
So so true
Every kind of style was allowed then👌🏻🥰
So true! I was a New Romantic back then. Numan and Depeche Mode my fave bands!
I'm a bit young, but I agree.
Does anyone remember how many good records were released each week back in the 1980s? You might get two decent releases per month in 2022.
Simon's voice held up better than any of the other 80s singers I know of. Anyone hear Jon Bon Jovi this tour? Axl is done, too. I know, you'll say hard rock is harder to sing; but LeBon's voice could have just as easily bit the dust, too. Duran Duran defines an 80s band. It was an all new sound. LeBon's energy is off the hook. He's 63. Unprecedented. John Taylor=most underrated bass player, ever. Stunning musicianship. Amazing band performance in 2022 for an 80s band. I think they win.
How is he underrated and hes played on hit records and now in the rock and roll hall of fame and why do folks use the word underrated on CZcams so darn much it's Soo stupid
@@anthonytaylor7928 because when people mention great bass players and lists of top bass players are made John's name doesn't come up. Undermentioned is more accurate than underrated. Please don't follow up with a reply. I answered your question and am not interested in a debate.
u are right , great observations Zuma . Simon's voice is astonishingly good , crisp , precise with the correct tones .
@@anthonytaylor7928 👍👍I agree completely with you AT, he tops loads of top bassist polls and you tube is rammed with bassists in awe of his musicianship. He’s rated as one of the top rock bassists ever. Which he is.
I think Simon sounds better now.
Was there, They were amazing, One of the best concerts I've ever been to.
Duran Duran is Forever!❤
I was at this concert. The sound system was outstanding, the stage lights dazzling, and Simon's voice is spot on. Nile Rogers and Chic tore it up as well. Thank you for posting this video. I will always remember this concert.
I saw them at Red Rocks in CO a few years ago with Chic - your summary is spot on. Maybe the best all-around concert experience I've ever had.
Me too
I saw them in Rock in Rio in Lisbon last month for the first time ever. I screamed and sang like a teenager, no shame!
I grew up in Pinner and knew Simon from end of first School and had the pleasure of working with his lovely mother as a young man and her vitality no doubt had a strong effect on Simon's character who obviously has a zest for life and still performing in great voice. Respect from here.
So glad the 80s was my era the best music and the best times and duran duran are still good ❤
So proud of my son who was Simon,s specialist when he had his surgery recently. Simon txted him to see if he would like two tickets to this show and afterwards some social back stage get together. Sadly he could not make the after reception due to an early start next day, . He said Simon was a great patient and got on well with him and they enjoyed the concert
Didn't know he had health issues recently
@@lobotomy007 no it was something I understand from an accident some years ago
I dig it! Real musicians and real vocalists playing and singing live music, for real…I didn’t think that happened anymore. Greatness!
We were in London last week, and we were walking through Hyde Park on the mid morning of the 10 July. We heard Duran Duran doing some rehearsals and me and my girlfriend both said what a fantastic voice Simon still has.
They are simply immortal!
I saw Duran Duran in concert back in 1984. I`ve been to hundreds of concerts, and that concert is still in my top three. They sound and look fantastic. I would love to see them again.
I was there in Hyde park and it was absolutely fantastic! One ticked off the bucket list.
40 years on and duran duran still sound fantastic. I wasnt a fan until i saw them at a festival in gibraltar in 2018 and they blew me away. such a great live band.
" Hungry like a Wolf " + " Save a Prayer " are 2 of my favorite DD songs .
I've been a fan for almost 40 years, and they sound better than ever! I cannot wait to see them stateside next month!
Simon still got it! Oh yes, I'm his fan since 1984. Imagine those 38 years with Duran Duran. Yes, they're in my soul, baby.
One of my all favorite groups, growing up in the 80s.,
I saw them in Stockholm a few weeks ago. I can die now! Totally satisfied! What a show ❤
I WAS THERE. I WAS ON THE WAITING LISTS FOR 2 YEARS FOR TICKETS ON THE WHEELCHAIR PLATFORM.
2015 NEC BIRMINGHAM 4TH DEC
2015 O2 LONDON 8TH DEC
2022 HYDE PARK LONDON BRITISH SUMMERTIME FESTIVAL
Duran Duran was my childhood. Glad to watch them again on stage! Thanks for the video!
It's good to see a band still together after more than 40 years. They also seem to have fun playing the back catalog.
I just love those guys they exude energy and passion it's amazing!
They're absolute geniuses. Great musicians, composers and performers, they never grow old (even if all of them are in their sixties!) neither does their music. Hats off to these guys! They sound as good as they did 40 years ago if not better. I'll go completely crazy if I'd meet them!! They're absolutely my favourites in the world. For ever duranian from italy
Geez, Simon is singing well. He was so hit and miss back in the 80s but now he is really nailing it.
In high school I had all there cassette albums. They sound wonderful today. Great memories
They were amazing! My wife’s first DD gig, loved it! Brilliant
Просто невероятно!!!глаз не оторвать!!!!какая энергетика!!!!Мои Любимые Дюран Дюран!!!Люблю Вас!!!!👑👑👑👑👑Вы Короли!!!
TRUE LEGENDS 🙂🙂🙂🙂🎸❤️❤️❤️❤️!!!!!!!
Best concert EVER 🙌🇬🇧🥰
How great are these guys, hahaha long live the 80's
I was there in the VIP grandstands for this all-time classic concert.
DD is so underrated. Glad they will be in the RR HOF.
Unce upon a time ... "Wild Boys" ... never dies🖤☻🦇🖤
Duran Duram , AMO 💓💓💓👏🏼👏🏼🎵🇧🇷
Number 1 London to Buckingham Palace, what a glorious park and band, Duran is Awesome in Concert , Duran band members have yet to get old in my opinion, Amazing. London can be a very fun town, Niles is such a great producer
Duran Duran los mejores y más fabulosos de todos los tiempos gracias por compartir con nosotros los fans de Duran Duran este video simón es lindo mi favorito
Ohhhhhh!!! J’étais hyper fan de ce groupe!!! Merci 🙏🏻
Love them!
Still love this band ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you for posting living legends!!!
The 80’s had great style of music I was lucky to be growing up in this era. The band has still got and they are getting hotter and hotter 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥they are still the best band on planet earth.💯❤️👍
Thanks Philippe for the amazing edit. I was at this gig and the sound was brilliant. So great to see Nile Rodgers join Duran Duran for "Notorious" and "Pressure Off". Of the new songs, "Give it all up" was very well received and sounded great live.
La Banda de mi juventud que grandes NO pasan de moda
They sound great!
Simon's voice is sounding much better than most guys from his era!
Better with age, they were actually quite ropey in the 80s
I saw them in Rome while on holiday in 1987 with my summer romance. 😍
Incredible how crisp and clean the video was! Enjoyed it! 💯
They are killing it, well done gents!
Amazing still.
Someone holding up an IPad to record the show. That’s a new one! 😆
Seemed like every time I turned on MTv, “Rio” was playing. Iconic video/song. (Too bad Diana isn’t here with us, in our 50’s and 60’s).🌸
GOOD SONG GOOD BAND, ROCK MY FAVORITE SONG. 👊🇧🇷
Awesome amazing brilliant fantastic wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow I was there near the back later got half way 69th time seeing this best band on planet earth 🌍🌎 bloody brilliant
Duran Duran los mejores y más fabulosos de todos los tiempos gracias por compartir con nosotros los fans este video dios te bendiga
Still so good👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
Now I’m 55 years with fine memories.
Really didn’t appreciate these the first time round I think I was going thru my pretending not to like bands everyone else loved phase lol - message to 15 yr old me .. you will love them when ur 53 and admit it
Duran, Duran, a melhor Banda que teve o seu inicio em plena Década de 80 e que mesmo passados tantos anos continua como nova!
Thank you for posting this! I wanted to go to this concert so bad! My favorite band from the 80's.Those were the days.
mine too ( i could add Prefab Sprout & Howard Jones & Spandau Ballet as well )
Excellent live, they still got it, what a performance
Čítaním komentárov sme vedšina pred dóchodkom.Mladosť sme prešli ich pesničkami.Veĺká vďaka za prenos .Sú veci.....čo sa nedajú zaplatiť.Ďakujem
Wow! So many great classics! They get better over time!
What an amazing gig. Thanks for letting me relive all the highlights 😊
The BEST band EVER!! They sound fabulous! Been a devotee for 40+ years 😁
Thanks so much for this great recording. It's so great to watch when you can't be there in person.
Thank you Philippe for these images. I remember when, in Secundary School, I danced an choreography for Notorious with my friends that a remember until today.
Thank you for this fabulous edit, I was there too, awesome show!! 💜
They sound so good and they look so awesome I love them so much
Legendary band, if you ever think about the 80s you always mention DD, love save a prayer and the best James bond song ever
Love their video of Save A Prayer!
@@bamboogirl365 still got the 45 single at home .
LOVE
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS!!!!!!
Loved! I have first long play (LP) of the band!Amei! Eu tenho o primeiro LP da banda!
Thank you for this wonderfully sounding, beautifully edit vid. I so cannot wait for DD in Columbus. They are not only amazing performers but fashion icons. I love you, DD ❤️❤️❤️
Brilliant recording and editing!! 🙏🙏
Best band!
Thank you for your post I love Duran Duran , from Brasil São Paulo
사이몬 오빠 목소리 너무 좋아요~~😀
세월이 느껴지지않는 멋쟁이들~^^
Thank you for sharing your video, I love Duran Duran!😃😃😃
Thank you so much for this gem! And compliments on your extremely steady hand!
Great. It was on the TV and sister loved it. I was too young. Across the desert, with the big trucks.
Being in their 60s they look and sound great! Simon looks even better than ten years ago.
loving the trousers
We was here 🙌 awesome !!! Very hot day phew!
Thanks for the video, looked like a fantastic gig. I saw them in 2004 at the Astronaut tour in London.
Forgot just how good this band is.
All my days theyv been addn to the colours of our existencex
Thankyou so much for posting this, im not in good health so couldn't go😪, fantastic footage xxx
Really now? Really? Excellent band and songs. A devoted fan from Greece! This is our youth.
Duran Duran in Italy.......please one concert in Milan.... pleaseeeee🤩💜
I love Nick's wardrobe! He always looks cool as fook!
Adoro Duran e voz do Simon
The quality of your video is impeccable my friend BEAutiful viewing with the new iPhone 📱 13 pro max !! Taking me back to my heyday “ 80”s in style 🎥 my friend 🫡 from Boston N.E. 💪
Thank you Philippe👍🏻
Bravo ‼️‼️‼️
Nicely shot. ❤