On This Day: June 15, 1981 - Duran Duran Releases Debut Album

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On This Day: June 15, 1981 - Duran Duran Releases Debut Album.

On this day June 15, 1981, Duran Duran released their self titled debut album. This marked the official arrival of one of the most iconic bands of the decade, blending synth driven pop with a sharp visual style that would become their signature.

The album reached number 10 on the US Billboard 200 and climbed to number 3 in the UK. It featured the breakthrough single Girls on Film, which gained even more attention through its provocative music video. Other tracks like Planet Earth and...
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