Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio 16 years old
Classic Albums
This entry in the Classic Albums series examines RIO, the 1982 release that put Duran Duran on the road to stardom. Looking back at the creation and release of the hit singles "Hungry Like the Wolf," "Save a Prayer," and many others, the critical retrospective analyzes the album's overall effect on the musical landscape of the early 1980s. The optimistic and celebratory album generated a string of hit singles and groundbreaking videos, catapulting the band to global stardom. This DVD tells the story behind the writing, recording, and subsequent success of the album through newly filmed interviews, musical demonstrations, and both new and archival performances.
Credits
Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio Cast
Name | Character |
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John Taylor He was 48, 32 years old when he died | as Himself |
Roger Taylor He was 59, now 75 years old | as Himself |
Simon Le Bon He was 50, now 66 years old | as Himself |
Nick Rhodes He was 46, now 62 years old | as Himself |
Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio Crew
Name | Department |
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George Scott as Director. He was 41 (47) years old when He died | Directing |