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The artistic progression from the band's self-titled debut to the following year's RIO was the greatest aesthetic leap of Duran Duran's career. The group moved from catchy but somewhat rudimentary New Romantic synth-funk to elegantly arranged, sophisticated pop-rock, concentrating more on song structure than dance beats. For their efforts, they were rewarded with superstar status, due chiefly to "Hungry Like the Wolf," a lascivious tune that injects a welcome dose of rock & roll guitar. The most impressive tracks on RIO, though, are the more contemplative, balladic offerings, like "Lonely in Your Nightmare," "Save a Prayer," and especially "The Chauffer," with its stream-of-consciousness lyrics and unconventional structure, arty without seeming pretentious. If you only have one Duran Duran album, it should be RIO.
Digitally remastered by Tony Cousins.
Enhanced Version W/3 Videos "Save A Prayer""Rio""Hungry Li
Recorded at Air, London, England in 1982. Includes liner notes by Simon LeBon and Nick Rhodes.
Duran Duran: Simon Le Bon (vocals); Andy Taylor (guitar); Nick Rhodes (keyboards); John Taylor (bass); Roger Taylor (drums).
Additional personnel: Andy Hamilton (saxophone).
This is an Enhanced CD which contains regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files, including the videos for "Rio," "Hungry Like The Wolf" and "Save A Prayer."
This is an Enhanced CD, which contains both regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files.Spin (p.104) - "[T]he Durannies take new-romantic pop to the masses with lush, synth-driven choruses and lavish videos..."
Q (6/00, p.61) - Ranked #98 in Q's "100 Greatest British Albums" - "...Defined early '80s aspirational glamour, comprising 9 trashily addictive tunes..."
Magnet (p.114) - "[T]he Taylors, drummer Roger and guitarist Andy, laid down an aggressively grooving foundation over which vocalist Simon LeBon and keyboardist Nick Rhodes dropped candy-coated bits of melody and insouciant jet-set attitude."
CMJ (1/5/04, p.10) - Ranked #13 in CMJ's "Top 20 Most-Played Albums of 1982".
CMJ (1/5/04, p.10) - Ranked #1 in CMJ's "Top 20 Most-Played Albums of 1982".
Q (Magazine) (p.125) - 4 stars out of 5 -- "Originally released in 1982, today both the Chic-inspired basslines and aspirational lyrics of RIO seem utterly contemporary..."
Pitchfork (Website) - "RIO isn't just front-loaded with some of the era's most bulldozing hits, it's still Duran's best shot at an artistic legacy."
Record Collector (magazine) (p.85) - 5 stars out of 5 -- "1982's RIO was and remains one of the 80s' finest pop statements..."
Record Collector (magazine) (p.84) - 3 stars out of 5 -- "Duran Duran gave some thought to their 12" singles...[and] -- the biggest achievement of all -- laying down mixes which don't sound embarrassing two decades later." Rio Music Review Average Rating: (5 out of 5 stars)  Possibly THE symbol of the 80's!
I'm sorry, this has to be one of the best albums of the 80's. There is not a single dud song on it, and don't even get me started on those pioneering video clips! You get 4 on this CD-ROM and god it's hard staring at those gorgeous creatures in their prime...
So good it moves me to tears...
Submitted by fofe76 (Sydney, Australia) 
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No SUPER BUENO
YO TENGO ESTE ECD DE RIO, DONDE VIENEN SUS VIDEOS, TODAS LAS CANCIONES, DE POR SI ESTAN MUY BUENAS Y NO SOLO DE ESTE DISCO. SALUDOS..
Submitted by ANALI LL. (MEXICO)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No When it hit in '82 . . . . .
. . . . this album earned the band the acclaim they deserved. I wish only that Capitol/EMI had opted for the full versions of "Nightmare" and "Wolf." Anyway, it's a classic.
Submitted by Gerald (California USA)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No WOW!
This is a fantastic album from a remarkable music talent, Duran Duran. Strange, interesting lyrics from poet Simon LeBon interlaced with New Romantic sounds from the other bandmates takes the listener to exotic thoughts and locations, not to mention the early 80's with life's possibilities still before us. Highly recommended.
Submitted by hansstory (Corpus Christi, TX USA)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No Best Album of the 80's
For their 2nd album, this is pretty damn good! I love all the songs on this album. Hear it for yourself and you'll love it just as much. If you don't, then start searching for the undeniable truth that you are just a fool.
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