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A characteristic of Duran Duran over the last two decades is their tendency to draw inspiration from albums composed in the '80s and '90s. While this direction yielded excellent results with Paper Gods from 2015, inspired by Notorious from 1986, and All You Need Is Now from 2010, which came directly from 1982 and the masterpiece Rio, this Danse Macabre worries me both because it is inspired by Medazzaland from 1997 and because it seems like a piece far removed from their style.
On a positive note, there's the return of guitarist Andy Taylor, the confirmation of the genius Nile Rodgers, and some intriguing and "cheeky" collaborations like that of the Måneskin bassist.
The album, set to be released on the upcoming October 27, features 3 originals, 3 covers of their songs, and 7 other covers.
Let's hope for the best, even if this Danse Macabre is light years away from, for example, the recent Invisible.
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The review highlights Duran Duran's Danse Macabre as a departure from their usual style, influenced by their 1997 album Medazzaland. Positive elements include the return of guitarist Andy Taylor and producer Nile Rodgers, as well as notable collaborations. The album's mix of originals and covers shows promise but raises concerns. The critic remains cautious, hoping the album fares well despite its distance from recent works like Invisible.Tracklist
Duran Duran
English music group formed in Birmingham in the late 1970s. They rose to international popularity in the early 1980s (notably with Rio), combined striking visuals with pop, funk and synth sounds, experienced lineup changes (Andy Taylor, Roger Taylor, Warren Cuccurullo) and have released albums from the 1980s through the 2020s.41 Reviews
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By Palau
The band members bizarrely masked for the imminent Halloween create a thematic atmosphere that fits perfectly.
Ultimately, an album that flows pleasantly and is listened to with interest, well-played, arranged with meticulous details, sung with professionalism.
