‘Duran Duran,’ like much of the contents in the group’s canon, is just one of many musical discoveries able to transform the curious listener into a devout follower.

Duran Duran’s ninth studio LP is emblematic of the band’s most arcane era and their continued pop pilgrimage toward the pulse of the now.

‘Rio’ was undoubtedly the first of many turning points that proved Duran Duran's resolute devotion to the art of the nouveau in their discography.

On their fourth studio affair, Duran Duran enacted an urbane blend of R&B and art-rock that was progressive, but airplay ready.