Synth and Swagger

Synth and Swagger

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(premium) Duran Duran Debut Deepdive

(premium) Duran Duran Debut Deepdive

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Jun 11, 2025
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(premium) Duran Duran Debut Deepdive
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Originally recorded in 2017. Edited and re-released for 2025.


🎧 This isn’t your typical track-by-track breakdown

The Vault Series kicks off with a deepdive into Duran Duran’s raw, ambitious debut—seen through the lens of a lifelong fan with a critical ear. This first installment blends:

  • The glam, punk, and Bowie influences that shaped their early sound

  • Personal stories and first impressions from the pre-MTV era

  • Underrated cuts like Night Boat and Friends of Mine

  • Sharp insights into videos, lyrics, and lasting legacy

It’s a fresh look at the album that launched a movement—and a band just beginning to find its edge.

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