‘We look like soft, made-up blokes, but we’re really tough’: Duran Duran on 80s excess, tabloid scrutiny and their Halloween glow-up
Duran Duran discusses their enduring career, the influence of 80s excess, and their upcoming Halloween-themed performances. The band reflects on their evolution from pop icons to long-term survivors in the music industry.
Why it matters
The interview provides cultural insight into the longevity of 80s pop acts and their continued relevance in modern live entertainment.
Wild boys … Duran Duran. Stylist Bea Åkerlund. Photograph: Stephanie Pistel Wild boys … Duran Duran. Stylist Bea Åkerlund. Photograph: Stephanie Pistel Duran Duran Interview ‘We look like soft, made-up blokes, but we’re really tough’: Duran Duran on 80s excess, tabloid scrutiny and their Halloween glow-up Alexis Petridis They spent their heyday on yachts, then rolled up their sleeves in the wilderness years. Ahead of a Halloween show at the O2, pop’s great survivors explain their staying power
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