Arcadia

The Profile

Arcadia was a British new wave/synth-pop project formed in 1985 by Duran Duran members Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes, and Roger Taylor. Active through 1986, they released the album So Red the Rose and related singles, including the hit “Election Day.”

Core members: Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes, Roger Taylor. Active 1985–1986. Notable album: So Red the Rose (1985). Key single: “Election Day.” High-profile contributors include Sting, Herbie Hancock, Grace Jones, David Gilmour, and Andy Mackay.

Arcadia is the 1985–1986 Duran Duran offshoot by Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes, and Roger Taylor. The sole studio album, So Red the Rose, features guests like Sting, Herbie Hancock, Grace Jones, and David Gilmour. The review praises “The Promise,” “El Diablo,” and the moody closer “Lady Ice,” noting rich details and strong synth work. Overall reception: positive.