How is it mid-August already? Am I the only one who thinks that the summer speeds up once it hits mid-July? I’m not a fan. I am a fan of Duran Duran, though. Let’s take a look at the band’s history during this mid-week of August. August 15: Duran Duran played at Jones Beach Amphitheater… Continue reading The Week in DD History: August 15 – August 21
Author: Daily Duranie
Once upon a time, there were two Duran Duran fans. One named Amanda, the other named Rhonda. Over many vodka tonics, they would laugh about the idea of one day writing a book about their fan experiences. While that manuscript is still being composed...Rhonda thought they should write a blog. (What was she THINKING?!) Lo and behold: The Daily Duranie was born.
When Does Anger Cross the Line?
In November of 2007, Red Carpet Massacre was released by Duran Duran. This album became the crux of many an online debate that yours truly participated in with gusto. Spoiler alert: it is not my favorite album. I had no problem engaging in “spirited discussion”. At the time, my opinions felt rational. Sometimes, you just… Continue reading When Does Anger Cross the Line?
Flashback Friday: Another Late Night Show
Did anyone check out the Tonight Show last night? I know it was their 1,500th show so that might have drawn some attention from the public. Maybe some people tuned in to see Kit Harington or Miranda Cosgrove. I’m willing to bet, though, that the majority of people reading this blog checked in out to… Continue reading Flashback Friday: Another Late Night Show
I Like Where This Is Going
Hi everybody! It is late in the day for a blog, but after brainstorming with my youngest over the meaning of the lyric video (Why didn’t they have these back in MY day?!) for More Joy, I was inspired! This morning, I sat down to watch it the first time, and decided the video was… Continue reading I Like Where This Is Going
Memorabilia Medley: Timeline Poster
I have not been able to do much celebrating this Duran Duran Appreciation Day. My sister and niece have been visiting. They were due to fly out yesterday but severe weather caused a lot of flights to be cancelled, causing their visit to be extended. As I type this, they are in the air on… Continue reading Memorabilia Medley: Timeline Poster
Undergoing Treatment
We are closing out our time with Medazzaland by spending Monday listening to Undergoing Treatment, the final track on the album. Self-deprecating, as well as what many consider to be a jab back at media and press, let’s get into it. Audio Lyrics Read “Undergoing Treatment” by Duran Duran on Genius Rhonda For me, “Undergoing Treatment”… Continue reading Undergoing Treatment
This Week in DD History: August 8-14, 2021
This is likely the favorite week of the year for many, if not all Duranies out there. For me, it marks the first week of school for the 2021-2022 school year. So long, sleeping in! Hello, rising before dawn, trips back and forth to school, and policing homework! What else is going on this week…let’s… Continue reading This Week in DD History: August 8-14, 2021
Random Fandom: Preferred Posts
In the last few weeks, I have been thinking a lot about fandom, what I like and what I don’t like. I have been around the Duran Duran fandom long enough now that I have participated in a bunch of different ways. Maybe, I’m finally to the point where I get what I want/like these… Continue reading Random Fandom: Preferred Posts
Biloxi, 2012
I remember waking up at the crack of dawn in Biloxi, Mississippi. It was 2012 and my inner clock remained on Pacific Coast time, three hours behind whatever time shown on Amanda’s phone. We’d traveled there after landing the night before in New Orleans, driving from NOLA to Biloxi for a show at the Hard… Continue reading Biloxi, 2012
Let’s Talk MORE JOY!
“Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” Ferris Bueller from Ferris Beuller’s Day Off Yep, I did just quote from one of my favorite movies of all time right there. If you weren’t watching social media closely today, you may have missed “MORE JOY”,… Continue reading Let’s Talk MORE JOY!