Originally published by L.S. Media. March 22nd 2011.
If there is a band that sums up the pop scene in Birmingham in the 1980’s and the resulting worldwide fan base that followed with their cut glass image, their smooth and carefully planned videos and sexual appeal, then it would be none other than of course, Duran Duran. It can be said that this decade belonged them.
Now three clear decades on since they thrilled Birmingham crowds at the Rum Runner Club they have released the 13th studio album and things finally look back on track for the band after a few failed attempts to recreate the early magic had left them looking rudderless and no longer a viable musical option.