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who are the two people that formed Duran Duran?
John Taylor and Nick Rhode
where was Duran Duran formed?
Birmingham
what year was Duran Duran formed?
1978
what are Duran Duran considered as?
an English new wave and synth-pop band
what did the band soon became in the 1980s?
one of the most successful bands
why did MTV cable channel and Duran Duran helped each other to reach greater heights?
The MTV cable channel and Duran Duran were launched at about the same time
what happened when MTV were looking for music videos to air?
Duran Duran wanted exposure.
why were many of the band’s videos shot on 35mm film?
gave a more polished look than other artists
who did the band’s collaborated with?
professional film directors
what is the band’s fashion-model looks and glamorous sense pf style was emphasised through?
their music videos and their reputation was built through them
when was Rio released?
1st November 1982
what was Rio the title track for?
second studio album
when was their 2nd studio album released?
10th May 1982
what did the song “Rio” became a top 10 hit in?
UK Singles Chart
when did the band peaked at 9 in the UK Singles Chart?
11 December 1982
