On this day February 2 1981, Planet Earth by Duran Duran was released, marking the band’s debut single and the beginning of their rise in the early 1980s. Built around a driving bassline atmospheric synths and a cool detached vocal style, the song immediately set them apart from other emerging acts.
Planet Earth reflected the early 1980s shift toward sleek new wave and synth driven pop that emphasized mood image and rhythm. Its release showed how British bands were shaping a modern sound that would soon dominate both radio and music television throughout the decade.
80s insight: The early 1980s launched a new wave sound built on style rhythm and atmosphere.
Planet Earth reflected the early 1980s shift toward sleek new wave and synth driven pop that emphasized mood image and rhythm. Its release showed how British bands were shaping a modern sound that would soon dominate both radio and music television throughout the decade.
80s insight: The early 1980s launched a new wave sound built on style rhythm and atmosphere.
