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How did Duran Duran get their name?

The band took their name from Roger Vadim's 1960's cult sci-fi classic film "Barbarella", starring Jane Fonda. There was a character played by Milo O'Shea called Duran Duran.
What are all of the "official" line-ups in Duran Duran?

The official line ups are:

Stephen Duffy, Simon Colley, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor (1978-1979)
Andy Wickett, Alan Curtis, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor, Roger Taylor (1979)
Jeff Thomas, Andy Wickett, Alan Curtis, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor, Roger Taylor (1979)
Simon LeBon, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor, Roger Taylor, Andy Taylor (1980-1985)
Simon LeBon, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor (1985-1990)
Simon LeBon, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor, Warren Cuccurullo, Sterling Campbell (1990-1991)
Simon LeBon, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor, Warren Cuccurullo (1991-1997)
Simon LeBon, Nick Rhodes, Warren Cuccurullo (1997-2001)
Simon LeBon, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor, Roger Taylor, Andy Taylor (2001-2006)
Simon LeBon, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor, Roger Taylor (2006)

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What are the full names and birthdates of Duran Duran members?

Simon John Charles LeBon October 27, 1958 (Scorpio)
Nigel John Taylor June 20, 1960 (Gemini)
Nicholas James (Bates) Rhodes June 8, 1962 (Gemini)
Andrew Taylor February 16, 1961 (Aquarius)
Roger Andrew Taylor April 26, 1960 (Taurus)
Warren Bruce Cuccurullo December 8, 1956 (Sagittarius)
Why did Nick decide to change his last name from Bates to Rhodes?

According to Nick, the change was for "aesthetic" purposes. It was decided before their first interview as Duran Duran by Nick and John. Nick asked what surname he should use and John suggested RHODES. And the rest is history.
Who are The Krush Brothers?

Simon, Nick and John were The Krush Brothers. Their manager at the time dubbed them when they were playing surprise gigs to warm up for the Big Thing Tour.
What is the story behind "Say The Word" song?

"Say The Word" was a track that existed as part of the original sessions for SO RED THE ROSE. It never reached lyric stage, hence it didn't make it onto the record. Duran Duran were then approached by Miramax, who wanted a new song for the movie PLAYING FOR KEEPS. So, it was at that time, that band wrote the lyric and completed "Say The Word". Several versions were mixed and not known which one was used in the final cut of the movie. A 12-inch version was released, which included every computation. Not certian if Roger is on that track because band ended up using Steve Jordan on a lot of the songs and sometimes it was even a combination of players.
What are the spoken words at the end of the song "The Chauffeur"?

The monologue is from a nature record that the band found. The man is talking about 'insects in the grass'.
What is Simon saying at the beginning of the "Nightboat" video?

Simon is reciting Mercutio's speech from Romeo and Juliet.

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