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
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Vodka Friday: Happy Birthday Simon!
Rumor has it that next week someone is celebrating a birthday. Usually, we write a little post about said band member when their day of birth comes around but we figured we would do something different this time. Why not do a Vodka Friday about the birthday boy?! We share some stories, some highlights, some… Continue reading Vodka Friday: Happy Birthday Simon!
2019 Year End Kafe with John
The thing about breaks is that you sometimes miss things when you are away. Sometimes, that is a good thing if the things you are missing might cause stress or might be tasks you want to avoid. At times, though, you might be sad that you didn’t catch something as it came out. This is… Continue reading 2019 Year End Kafe with John
Happy Birthday Simon 2019!
Rumors have it that it is someone’s birthday today. Guess that means that I should take some time to acknowledge Simon and all that, if I must. If you are on social media, then you are aware that DDHQ has been tweeting/posting some Simon focused interviews, performances, quotes, etc. for his birthday week. I’ll use… Continue reading Happy Birthday Simon 2019!
Heroes Inducting Heroes
Even as I strained to hear their speech on a YouTube video, it was plain to see their pride. My emotions swelled. After all, my heroes were inducting their own heroes. The thunderous applause when they took the stage was all I needed to remind myself of one thing – Duran Duran is loved by many.
Happy 60th Birthday Simon!!!
I woke up this morning feeling like I was supposed to do something or that today is important for some reason. What the heck could it be? What could be so important on October 27th? Should that date mean something to me???? I don’t think it has anything to do with Duran, right? If it… Continue reading Happy 60th Birthday Simon!!!
Happy Birthday Simon!!!
As I started thinking about this blog, I wondered if I have ever done a birthday blog for Simon. I cannot remember. It is possible but none really sticks out to me. Birthday blogs feel a little more pressured than a usual blog. After all, I feel like I have a do a really good… Continue reading Happy Birthday Simon!!!
This Week in Duranland – October 27, 2014 to November 2, 2014
It is Sunday and time to summarize the past week in Duranland. As always, I will pull together information from duranduran.com, duranduranmusic.com and Duran’s and the members’ various social media. Simon’s Birthday Monday was Simon’s birthday! As always, he had a message for everyone in response to all of the birthday wishes. Did you check… Continue reading This Week in Duranland – October 27, 2014 to November 2, 2014
Today in Duran History – Toronto
On today’s date in 2011, Duran Duran played at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto. This date was included in the All You Need is Now tour. Neon Trees opened for the band. Set List: Before the Rain Planet Earth A View to a Kill All You Need is Now Blame the Machines Come Undone… Continue reading Today in Duran History – Toronto