Duran Duran History: July 7th Live Dates

Interestingly enough, when I look at my personal Duran Duran calendar, I notice that I have seen Duran Duran play more in July than any other month. Is that because of me–because other months don’t work as well? Or is it because they tour more in July? While I admit that it is by far… Continue reading Duran Duran History: July 7th Live Dates

Official DVD Release: Necessary or Not?

One year ago yesterday, Duran Duran played at the Budokan in Tokyo, Japan, as one of the last dates of their Paper Gods Tour.  While this event might be significant enough to talk about in itself, the show was filmed.  In fact, I believe, the concert aired in some parts of the world.  Then, I… Continue reading Official DVD Release: Necessary or Not?

June 2018 Katy Kafe Highlights!

It is time for a special June 2018 Katy Kafe with one of June’s birthday boys, Nick Rhodes! Record Store Day Katy began the Kafe asking Nick about Record Store Day. Nick hopes they continue to offer something for RSD, saying that they did the Budokan show as a strictly limited item, and they wanted… Continue reading June 2018 Katy Kafe Highlights!

Duran Duran History – Chic

Duran Duran History for February 23: On this date in 1999, Chic: Live at the Budokan was released, which featured a performance of “Notorious” with Simon LeBon. Interestingly enough, Nile Rodgers has a special recollection of this performance on his own blog that we’ve referred to here from time to time.  That performance of “Notorious”… Continue reading Duran Duran History – Chic