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ana matronic records with duran duran
Scissor Sister Ana Matronic came by the Studio last week to work with the band on a track from their 13th studio album. Says Nick: "It is almost impossible for me to explain just how much I adore Ana Matronic. This past Thursday, she came in all her fabulousness to our studio in London and performed a rather exquisite vocal cameo on a song called 'Safe' from the forthcoming Duran Duran album. Needless to say, it's already one of my favorite moments on the entire record. Can't wait to do the videoo..." |
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emi release dates
EMI informed that the following releases have been moved from July 5/6, 2010 to September, 2010;
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notorious & big thing: emi special editions
EMI will be releasing special editions of both Notorious and Big Thing. Watch dd.com for the official release date. Duran Duran: Notorious Special Editions Special edition 2 CD/DVD set: original album, single versions, b-sides, and live tracks. Limited edition 3 Disc set including a DVD of live footage, album era videos and a BBC clip. Limited edition 180gram original LP plus bonus mixes E.P. Digital download only live set: Live at The Beacon Theater, New York City, August 31st, 1987. Digital download only 4 track mixes E.P. cd one: original album single versions and b side cd two: Duran Goes Dutch E.P. (recorded at the Ahoy, Rotterdam, May 7, 1987) mixes: dvd: the videos: top of the pops: special edition limited lp 180 gram: record one: side one: side two: bonus 12" side one: side two: digital only e.p.: digital download only live album: Duran Duran: Big Thing Special Editions Special edition 2 CD/DD set: original album, single versions, b-sides and mixes. Limited edition 3 Disc set including a DVD of album era videos plus more (TBA). Limited edition 180gram original LP plus bonus mixes E.P. Digital download only live set: Live At The Manchester Apollo April 25th, 1989. Digital download only 4 track mixes E.P. cd one: original album cd two:: mixes * previously unreleased special edition limited LP 180gram: side one side two: bonus 12" (33 1/3 r.p.m) side one side two download only dub e.p.: dvd: Duration: 94 minutes approx. the videos: digital download audio only: |
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boys keep swinging may, 2010
Manimal finally announces the final and confirmed line-up for their anxiously awaited tribute to David Bowie (due in stores May 2010). 100% of the net profits will go to War Child UK. This album will be available as a limited CD, limited double LP and download with extra tracks unavailable anywhere else. This is 3rd and possibly final tribute for Manimal in addition to previous tributes to Madonna and The Cure. Expect tracks to start leaking out around February 15th, 2010. 'Space Oddity' (Exitmusic)'John, Im Only Dancing' (Vivian Girls) 'Sound + Vision' (en espanol) (Megapuss (Devendra Banhart)) 'Absolute Beginners' (Carla Bruni) 'World Falls Down' (Lights) 'Heroes' (Voicesvoices) 'Boys Keep Swinging' (Duran Duran) 'Always Crashing in the Same Car' (Chairlift) 'African Night Flight' (Aska w/ Moon & Moon) 'Suffragette City' (A Place To Bury Strangers) 'Theme From Cat People' (Polyamorous Affair) 'Life on Mars' (Keren Ann) 'Red Money' (Swahili Blonde feat. John Frusciante) 'Art Decade' (Marco Benevento) 'Be My Wife' (Corridor) 'The Supermen' (Aquaserge) 'Ashes to Ashes' (Warpaint) 'Quicksand' (Rainbow^Arabia) 'Afraid of Americans' (We Are The World) 'Within You' (Laco$te) 'Ziggy Stardust' (Ariana Delawari) 'Modern Love' (Pizza!) 'Secret Life of Arabia' (St Clair Board) 'Starman' (Caroline Weeks) 'The Man Who Sold the World' (Amanda Jo Williams) 'Ashes to Ashes' (Mick Karn) 'tba' (Soulwax) |
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arcadia so red the rose 2 cd + dvd april 12 & 13, 2010
Arcadia were formed by three members of Duran Duran, Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes and Roger Taylor. They released one album 'So Red The Rose', which went Platinum, and reached #30 in the UK and #23 in the US. The album featured four singles, 'Goodbye Is Forever', 'The Promise', 'The Flame', and UK/US Top 10 hit, 'Election Day'. Along with three Duran Duran members, there was also a wide range of famous guests on 'So Red The Rose' including: David Gilmour, Sting (backing vocals on 'The Promise'), Herbie Hancock and Grace Jones (spoken word on 'The Flame' and 'Election Day'). The additional DVD was originally released on VHS in 1987. It follows the filming of five clips from the album 'So Red The Rose' and the fascinating combination of directors, locations, behind the scene footage and photographic montages which come together to give an insight into the world of video production. The collection of videos including Arcadia's first single 'Election Day' are shown in full, including Dean Chamberlain's rarely seen interpretation of the song 'Missing'. All Music guide describe 'So Red The Rose' as the best album Duran never made. Tracklisting: CD1 Original album CD2 Bonus disc with rare tracks DVD Original VHS, released 1987 All tracks 2010 Digital Remaster except *. Press release courtesy EMI |
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careless memories - duran duran in the eighties
'Careless Memories - Duran Duran in The Eighties': this unique book documents Duran Duran in the Eighties, using pictures from Denis O'Regan Archive. It will be available for pre-sale from April 2010. Duran Duran contribute interviews and their memories from the period. The Sing Blue Silver tour is covered in detail, featuring numerous unseen images, many of them black & white. The book is a strictly limited edition premium publication, delivered in a custom slipcase, signed by band members. Book buyers will receive an invitation to an exclusive Duran Duran performance, at which they can meet the band. Buyers will also receive a custom USB stick featuring a recording of the show. |
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duran duran - special editions - march 28, 2010
Special edition 2CD/DVD set - original album, B sides, BBC session, and demos. Digital download only - BBC In Concert. Coming March, 2010. Tracklisting: CD1: The original album: 1. Girls On Film [3.39] 2. Planet Earth [3.57] 3. Anyone Out There [4.02] 4. To The Shore [3.47] 5. Careless Memories [4.08] 6. Night Boat [5.25] 7. Sound Of Thunder [4.06] 8. Friends Of Mine [5.40] 9. Tel Aviv [5.16) The B-sides: Late Bar [2.56] Khanada [3.28] Fame [3.18] Faster Than Light [4.29]
CD2:
The AIR Studios versions (recorded on 29th July, 1980):
Girls On Film [3.57] *
Tel Aviv [6.02] *
Recorded at AIR Studios on 29th July, 1980. Produced by Jon Walls. Engineered by Jon Walls and Rick Isbell |
The Manchester Square Demos (recorded on 8th December, 1980):
Anyone Out There [4.09] *
Planet Earth [5.00] *
Friends Of Mine [5.52] *
Late Bar [3.02] *
+ Radio 1 Peter Powell session (recorded 19th June, 1981 transmitted 11th August, 1981):
Night Boat [5.12] *
Girls On Film [3.38] *
Anyone Out There [3.54] *
Like An Angel [4.52] *
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The Versions:
Planet Earth (Night Version) [6.20]
Girls On Film (Extended Night version) [5.43]
Planet Earth (Night mix) [6.15]
Girls On Film (Night mix) [5.41]
DVD:
The videos:
Planet Earth (Club version) /
Planet Earth /
Careless Memories /
Girls On Film (Long uncensored version) /
Girls On Film (Short censored version) /
Night Boat /
A Day In The Life featurette /
BBC footage:
Planet Earth - Top Of The Pops 5/3/81 * /
Careless Memories - Top Of Pops 21/5/81 * /
Girls On Film - Top Of The Pops 30/7/81 * /
Old Grey Whistle Test (7/7/81):
Night Boat * /
Anyone Out There * /
Get Set For Summer (8/8/81):
Girls On Film * /
Multi-Coloured Swap Shop (27/2/81):
Friends Of Mine * /
Girls On Film *
Original UK album on heavyweight Vinyl:
Original LP album:
Side one:
1. Girls On Film [3.39]
2. Planet Earth [3.57]
3. Anyone Out There [4.02]
4. To The Shore [3.47]
5. Careless Memories [4.08]
Side two:
1. Night Boat [5.25]
2. Sound Of Thunder [4.06]
3. Friends Of Mine [5.40]
4. Tel Aviv [5.16]
Bonus 12" (33 1/3)
Side 1:
Planet Earth (Night Version) [6.20]
Girls On Film (Extended Night version) [5.43]
Side 2:
Planet Earth (Night mix) [6.58]
Girls On Film (Night mix) [5.41] *
Digital download only: BBC In Concert recorded at the Hammersmith Odeon 17th December, 1981, transmitted 13th April 1982: 1. Anyone Out There 2. Planet Earth 3. To The Shore 4. Late Bar 5. Last Chance On The Stairway 6. Khanada 7. Night Boat 8. Sound Of Thunder 9. Faster Than Light 10. My Own Way 11. Careless Memories 12. Girls On Film 13. Planet Earth |
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seven and the ragged tiger - special editions - march 29, 2010
Special edition 2CD/DVD set - original album, B sides, and mixes. Limited edition 3 disc set including a DVD of live and Top Of The Pops footage and album era videos. Digital download only features live set (audio from 'As The Lights Go Down' DVD). Tracklisting: CD1: The original album: 1. The Reflex [5.28] 2. New Moon On Monday [4.18] 3. (I'm Looking For) Cracks In The Pavement [3.39] 4. I Take The Dice [3.15] 5. Of Crime And Passion [3.50] 6. Union Of The Snake [4.20] 7. Shadows On Your Side [4.03] 8. Tiger Tiger [3.20] 9. The Seventh Stranger [5.23] CD2: Non album singles and B-sides 1. Is There Something I Should Know? [4.11] 2. Faith In This Colour [4.07] 3. Faith In This Colour (alternate slow mix) [4.06] 4. Secret Oktober [2.45] 5. Tiger Tiger (Ian Little remix) [3.25] 6. The Reflex (single version) [4.25] 7. Make Me Smile (Come Up And See Me) (live) [4.54] 8. New Religion (live at the LA Forum 9/2/84) [4.52] Tape no: 48375 9. The Reflex (live at the LA Forum 9/2/84) [5.52] / Mixes: 10. Is There Something I Should Know? (Monster Mix) [6.40] 11. Union Of The Snake (Monkey Mix) [6.21] 12. New Moon On Monday (Dance Mix) [5.59] 13. The Reflex (Dance Mix) [6.35] DVD: As The Lights Go Down: Intro: Tiger Tiger [1.26] Is There Something I Should Know? [4.41] Hungry Like the Wolf [4.03] Union of the Snake [4.12] New Religion [5.34] Save a Prayer / Rio / The Seventh Stranger [5.00] The Chauffeur [5.19] Planet Earth [4.35] Careless Memories [4.23] Girls On Film [6.16] / The videos: Is There Something I Should Know? / Union Of The Snake / New Moon On Monday (E.P Version) / The Reflex / Bonus video - New Moon On Monday (movie version) [17.27] / Top Of The Pops performances: Is There Something I Should Know? (23/3/83) / The Reflex (26/4/84) Original UK album on heavyweight Vinyl: Original LP album: Side one: 1. The Reflex [5.28] 2. New Moon On Monday [4.18] 3. (I'm Looking For) Cracks In The Pavement [3.39] 4. I Take The Dice [3.15] 5. Of Crime And Passion [3.50] Side two: 1. Union Of The Snake [4.20] 2. Shadows On Your Side [4.03] 3. Tiger Tiger [3.20] 4. The Seventh Stranger [5.23] Bonus 12" (33 1/3 rpm): Side A: 1. Is There Something I Should Know? (Monster Mix) [6.40] 2. Union Of The Snake (Monkey Mix) [6.21] Side B: 1. New Moon On Monday (Dance Mix) [5.59] 2. The Reflex (Dance Mix) [6.35] Digital download only: 'As The Lights Go Down' - 1. Intro/Tiger Tiger 2. Is There Something I Should Know? 3. Hungry Like The Wolf 4. New Religion 5. Save A Prayer 6. Rio 7. The Seventh Stranger 8. The Chauffeur 9. Planet Earth 10. Careless Memories 11. Girls On Film |
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so red the rose 2cd/dvd - april, 2010
'So Red The Rose' 2010 UK Collectors Edition 2CD/DVD set, the only Arcadia album to be released in April, 2010 on EMI. Just after Duran Duran's popularity peaked in late 1984 and early 1985, Arcadia formed, comprising of three Duran Duran members - Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes and Roger Taylor. Originally released in December 1985, All Music guide describe 'So Red The Rose' as 'the best album Duran never made', and features contributions by a plethora of acclaimed artists such as David Gilmour of Pink Floyd, Sting (backing vocalist on 'The Promise'), Herbie Hancock and Grace Jones (whose spoken word can be heard on 'The Flame' and 'Election Day'). This deluxe edition comprises the 9-track original album expanded with 7 bonus recordings, plus a bonus CD featuring 12 rare recordings, and a bonus DVD which follows the filming of five music videos from the album 'So Red The Rose' and the interesting combination of directors, locations, behind the scene footage and photographic montages come together to give a fascinating insight into the world of video production. The collection of videos including Arcadia's first single 'Election Day' are shown in full, including Dean Chamberlain's rarely seen interpretation of the song 'Missing'. Tracklisting: CD1: 1. Election Day 2. Keep Me In The Dark 3. Goodbye Is Forever 4. The Flame 5. Missing 6. Rose Arcana 7. The Promise 8. El Diablo 9. Lady Ice Bonus Recordings: 10. Say The Word [Theme from 'Playing For Keeps'] - 7" Edit [4.29] 11. She Moody And Grey, She's Mean And Restless [4.28] 12. Election Day - Single Version [4.30] 13. Goodbye Is Forever - Single Remix [4.16] 14. The Promise - 7" Mix [4.45] 15. The Flame - 7" Remix [4.05] 16. Say The Word [Theme from 'Playing For Keeps'] - Soundtrack Version [5.06] CD2: 1. Election Day - Consensus Mix [8.39] 2. Goodbye Is Forever - 12" Extended Vocal Mix [6.37] 3. The Promise - Extended Version [5.35] 4. Rose Arcana - Extended [5.37] 5. The Flame - Extended Remix [7.20] 6. Say The Word [Theme from 'Playing For Keeps'] - Extended Vocal Remix [6.30] 7. Election Day - Cryptic Cut [9.06] 8. The Promise - 12" Mix [7.02] 9. Goodbye Is Forever - Dub Mix [5.13] 10. Say The Word [Theme from 'Playing For Keeps'] - Extended Instrumental Remix [5.46] 11. Election Day - Early Rough Mix [8.41] 12. Flame Game - Yo Homeboy Mix [2.05] DVD: 1. Filming 'Election Day' - Paris, France. September 1985 2. Election Day - Directed by Roger Christian, Produced by Chrissie Smith [7.47] 3. Filming 'The Promise' - Cote DAzur, France. December 1985 4. The Promise - Directed by Marcelo Anciano, Produced by Ruth Orme and Martin Wyn Griffith [4.46] 5. Filming 'Goodbye Is Forever' - London, England. January 1986 6. Goodbye Is Forever - Directed by Marcelo Anciano, Produced by Ruth Orme [4.11] 7. Filming 'The Flame' - London Docklands. April 1986 8. The Flame - Directed by Russell Mulcahy, Produced by Chrissie Smith [4.00] 9. Filming 'Missing' - London, England. December 1986 10. Missing - Directed by Dean Chamberlain [3.40] |
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duran duran digital release from emi - december 7
EMI will be releasing concerts recorded in the early 80's by Duran Duran, Ultravox, Culture Club, The Stranglers and more. The shows were originally recorded by the BBC for their 'In Concert' series and will be available for download only in December, 2009. Duran Duran BBC In Concert - recorded at Hammersmith Odeon rec 4/11/82 tx 11/12/82 (ICPN: 50999-456010-5-7). Available at iTunes, Amazon, etc. on 7th December 2009. Tracklisting: 1. Rio (5.52) 2. Hungry Like The Wolf (4.12) 3. Last Chance On The Stairway (5.05) 4. Lonely In Your Nightmare (5.13) 5. Sound Of Thunder (3.50) 6. Night Boat (4.03) 7. New Religion (5.29) 8. Friends Of Mine (6.16) 9. Save A Prayer (6.31) 10. Planet Earth (4.40) 11. Careless Memories (4.22) |
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the singles 81-85 re-issue
2009 EMI three CD set from the New Wave quintet containing all of their singles [A and B-sides] released between 1981 and 1985. From their debut single 'Planet Earth' to their James Bond theme, 'A View To A Kill', Duran Duran could do no wrong and were one of the most sucessful Pop acts of the '80s. This triple box features all 13 singles released during their first four years including seven inch single mixes, extended mixes and b-sides. Features the hits 'Rio', 'Hungry Like The Wolf', 'The Wild Boys', 'Girls On Film', 'Save A Prayer', 'Is There Something I Should Know', 'The Reflex' and many more. CD1: 1. Planet Earth - Single Version 2. Late Bar 3. Planet Earth - Night Version 4. Careless Memories - Single Version 5. Khanada 6. Fame 7. Girls On Film 8. Faster Than Light 9. Girls On Film - Night Version 10. My Own Way - Single Version 11. Like An Angel 12. My Own Way - Night Version 13. Hungry Like The Wolf 14. Careless Memories - Live At The Hammersmith Odeon 15. Hungry Like The Wolf - Night Version CD2: 1. Save A Prayer 2. Hold Back The Rain - Remix 3. Hold Back The Rain - 12" Remix 4. Rio 5. The Chauffeur (Blue Silver) 6. Rio (Part II) 7. My Own Way 8. Is There Something I Should Know? 9. Faith In This Colour 10. Is There Something I Should Know? - Monster Mix 11. Faith In This Colour - Alternate Slow Mix 12. Union Of The Snake 13. Secret Oktober 14. Union Of The Snake - The Monkey Mix CD3: 1. New Moon On Monday 2. Tiger Tiger 3. New Moon On Monday - Dance Mix 4. The Reflex 5. Make Me Smile (Come Up And See Me) - Live 6. The Reflex - Dance Mix 7. The Wild Boys 8. (I'm Looking For) Cracks In The Pavement 9. The Wild Boys - Wilder Than Wild Boys Extended Mix 10. A View To A Kill 11. A View To A Kill (That Fatal Kiss) |
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nick rhodes on favourite dd collectibles
"... I have to say, the RCM Vinyl is one of my favorite items weve released for a long time. In these days of digital downloads, we felt it was important to release the music on ultimate premium quality vinyl. It is an entirely elevated listening experience and for those patient enough, or lucky enough to listen on vinyl, we wanted to make it as special as we could. However, this is a very limited market in itself, so I imagine the RCM coloured vinyl package will remain a small and exclusive edition. As I am sure you are aware, design and packaging has always been very important to the band, and so I have many favourites collectibles; some of the Japanese item immediately come to mind, the folding opera glasses were a revelation at the time, also from Japan phone cards and battery packs. The Christmas bauble sets are another popular choice but regarding vinyl DURAN GO DUTCH, an official promotional bootleg is certainly among the rarest, and in our archive, the rarest pieces of all would be the original acetates for singles and albums, which are really initial test pressings of the product. Nick from ask katy post as of June 8th, 2009. |
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special releases from emi september 7th/8th
EMI is proud to announce the release of a 2-CD and Vinyl Special Edition of Duran Duran's classic 1982 album, 'Rio', and a previously-unreleased live DVD/CD concert, 'Live At Hammersmith '82!' 'Rio' was Duran Duran's second album and is as representative of the 1980s as it gets, at its best. A fusion of style and substance ensures that even two decades after its release it remains as listenable and danceable as ever. Through the sheer quality of its singles Rio, Hungry Like The Wolf, Save A Prayer and their accompanying, ground-breaking videos - which were heavily rotated on MTV - Rio' saw the band break the U.S., with the album spending a staggering 129 weeks on the Billboard 200 Chart. The 'Rio' 2 CD Special Edition is made up of the UK release of the album, the original U.S. album remixes (enabling U.S. listeners to programme their CD to be able to listen to the original version), EMI Manchester Square demos, B-Sides, remixes and other surprises (see below for tracklisting). The digital download version has 2 extra tracks. The LP & 12" vinyl special edition is the original UK album on LP and the U.S. album remixes on the 12". LIVE AT HAMMERSMITH 82! is a much anticipated release among followers of the band. Previously unreleased, it will come as a double DVD and CD pack, allowing fans to both enjoy the visual spectacle of the concert and CD audio, too. Filmed and recorded in the latter part of 1982 as Duranmania was sweeping the UK, the performance at London's Hammersmith Odeon includes 'Rio', 'Hungry Like The Wolf', 'Girls On Film', fan favourite 'Make Me Smile (Come Up And See Me)' and more. The release also includes 'Rio' era videos and two previously unreleased 'Top Of The Pops' performances. The concert is also available as an audio digital download. Click here for more details and tracklistings. top | back -- posted June 3, 2009 
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songbook with duran duran to air on sky march 26
In a thrilling one-off for the Songbook series on Sky Arts, Duran Duran have recorded in London for a small live audience. Combining some of their greatest hits with new material, and revealing the inspiration behind their music. You can catch the entire interview and performance (in the UK) on Sky Arts, channel 256, Thursday 26th March. Catch a taster here: DD Songbook. In programme one Simon, Nick, Roger and John talk about the formation of Duran Duran, including how Simon Le Bon turned up for his audition carrying a book full of lyrics and wearing pink leopard skin trousers, how the purchase of their first keyboard led to the writing of Planet Earth, their early years rehearsing above the Rum Runner nightclub in Birmingham, how Nick Rhodes came up with the experimental sounds on their massive hit Rio, after Simon wrote the lyrics on the back of napkin in an American cocktail bar. Songs performed are: Planet Earth, Late Bar, The Chauffeur, Rio, Skin Trade Programme two: how depressed they were when their 1983 single Union of The Snake failed to enter the charts at Number One, how a chance meeting between John Taylor and Cubby Broccoli led to Duran Duran collaborating with John Barry to write the Bond theme song View To a Kill, how the tragic death of a friend of Simon Le Bon's was the inspiration behind Ordinary World, the reunion of the full band line-up in 2001, and the creation of 'The Valley' from their latest album, Red Carpet Massacre. Songs performed are: A View To A Kill, Do You Believe In Shame?, Ordinary World, (Reach Up For The) Sunrise, The Valley |
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mark ronson begins work with duran duran
Ronson went into the studio with the band on Wednesday (March 18) and says it's already going so well that he hopes to do the full album. "Today we started a song, and it has to be my favourite Duran Duran song in at least 15 years," he said. "We made this beat, this backing track, and I was like 'why don't you guys start jamming over it?', and all of a sudden its like instant Duran Duran. Just add water, you know?" A fan of the band's since childhood, the producer says he was apprehensive at the prospect of working with the Brit legends. "I was so nervous the night before, I'm always like that the night before every project, like 'this is the one they're going to figure out I'm a fraud'. But I'm such a fan that I know what a Duran Duran fan would want to hear. It's going so well at this point, I'd like to do half a record, maybe a whole record with them." He says that despite their longevity, Duran Duran are still very much in touch with whats happening currently in the music scene. "They're at a point in their career where they could just accept lifetime achievement awards and play a few festivals but they actually care so much about new music. They have an impeccable knowledge about old really cool avant-garde stuff but they're really up on their shit. They'll talk to you about TV On The Radio and Klaxons, and they're not just saying it to be trendy, they're actually really into it. I feel like there's a lot of bands especially now that are really indebted to them, I'm sure Brandon Flowers and all these people would be the first to say it." Meanwhile, Ronson has yet to begin work on the follow up to his solo record 'Version', but he assures nme.com it will not be 'Version 2.0' and that he will be writing original material for the album. |
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playing in tongues
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red carpet massacre on red vinyl
Disc 1:
01. The Valley
02. Red Carpet Massacre
03. Nite-Runner
04. Falling Down
05. Box Full O' Honey
06. Skin Divers
07. Tempted
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songbook set list
Planet Earth Late Bar The Chauffeur The Valley Box Full O' Honey Do You Believe In Shame? A View To A Kill A View To A Kill (Take 2) Skin Trade Skin Trade (Take 2) Ordinary World Ordinary World (take 2) (Reach Up For The) Sunrise Late Bar (Take 2) Late Bar (Take 3) Do You Believe In Shame? (Take 2) Rio |
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the new look
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