Nobody alive in the 1980s with the scantest interest in music could escape the force of Duran Duran. The slick synth-heavy proto-boy-band from the UK became an MTV sensation, thanks in large part to pouty sex-symbol lead singer, Simon LeBon. Sure, it’ll never be 1983 again, but DD has proved to be a surprisingly enduring group. They’ve been releasing new records consistently for the past 40 years. Their most recent work, 2015’s Paper Gods, even brings in hip contributors such as Janelle Monae and the Red Hot Chili Pepper’s John Frusciante. Let’s see Culture Club do that!
Duran Duran
Tue-Wed (Sep 10-11), 8pm, $99+
Mountain Winery, Saratoga
