This week, I had the pleasure of seeing pictures from friends who had traveled to Birmingham. What I enjoyed most was seeing places captured that reminded me of the trip I made to Duran Duran’s “birthplace” back in 2011. Going to Birmingham was a bucket list item for me in the same way some people… Continue reading Dream Come True
Tag: All You Need is Now tour 2011
Flashback Friday: Quick Decisions and Changing Tickets
Ten years ago, Duran Duran was in the midst of the All You Need Is Now era. As many of you might remember, the full album was released in the spring followed by shows in both the U.S. and Europe. Rhonda and I along with a couple of friends traveled to the UK that spring… Continue reading Flashback Friday: Quick Decisions and Changing Tickets
Glasgow 2011
Today, I’m writing about another favorite touring memory. This time, it is Glasgow, 2011. Actually, that’s not even completely true because we stayed in Edinburgh that night, but let’s just call it Glasgow out of ease. This is the final concert for Amanda and I before we fly back to America the following day. As… Continue reading Glasgow 2011
Vodka Friday: UK Tour ’11 Memories
This time of year always makes Rhonda and I a little nostalgic. I’m sure that part of that is because it is the start of the holiday season. On top of that, it marks the anniversary of a trip we took to the UK to see some shows. If you have been reading this blog… Continue reading Vodka Friday: UK Tour ’11 Memories
The Week in DD History: October 25 – October 31
Let’s look at some of the key highlights from the last week in October in terms of Duran Duran history. Were there a lot of concerts during this week, traditionally? What about new music? TV appearances? October 25: Duran Duran appeared on the TV show the Late, Late Show on this date in 2004. The… Continue reading The Week in DD History: October 25 – October 31
If We Can Stay Awake
I have been sitting on my couch for awhile now trying to get some idea, any idea about what to write about. This is not common for me. Usually over the course of the week, I come up with many ideas, but not this one. I blame my lack of sleep. The sleep deprivation I… Continue reading If We Can Stay Awake