Duran Duran came out with their 13th studio album All You Need Is Now just last year. Featuring the original members, with the exception of Andy Taylor, this album is a return to their early roots. Though lacking the catchiness of Rio or even their self-titled debut, All You Need Is Now is still recognizable as old-school Duran Duran. Simon Le Bon's vocals soar with that old familiar tone, but several guest artists make their presence known, which can be a bit annoying unless you are a fan of these musicians - I know I'm not.
After several listens to All You Need Is Now, I found that no particular song stuck in my craw. Most of the tracks are throwaways or B-side fodder; lacking the urgency and appeal of their earlier material. But still, if you're a Duran Duran fan, perhaps you will find something here to like. Available as a MP3 download, CD, and even a double LP. So recommended, but with caveats - for major Duran Duran fans only.
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