It’s rare for an ’80s New Wave band to still be touring today, with most of its original members performing together, but Duran Duran has proved its staying power throughout the ages. Currently on tour and set for a Las Vegas residency at the Fontainebleau, Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes, Roger Taylor, and John Taylor are selling out crowds and leaving fans swooning in the process. At a recent Palm Springs tour stop, bassist John Taylor, 65, defied time with his boyish looks and energy. Fans rushed to the comment section, gushing about getting up close with the charming ’80s icon.
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DD Live - “Save A Prayer” You saw me standing by the wall corner of a main street And the lights are flashing on your windowsill All alone ain’t much fun, so you’re looking for the thrill And you know just what it takes and where to go Don’t say a prayer for me now Save it ‘til the morning after No, don’t say a prayer for me now Save it ‘til the morning after Feel the breeze deep on the inside look you down into your well If you can, you’ll see the world in all his fire Take a chance like all dreamers, you can’t find another way You don’t have to dream it all, just live a day Don’t say a prayer for me now Save it ‘til the morning after No, don’t say a prayer for me now Save it ‘til the morning after Save it ‘til the morning after Save it ‘til the morning after #80s #synthpop #duranduran #duranlive #johnddlive
In a video shared to our social media feed, John Taylor can be seen mid-set playing the band’s 1982 smash "Save A Prayer." With Le Bon nearby effortlessly belting out the song’s lyrics and Rhodes behind the keyboards, multitasking by taking video of the crowd while playing, Taylor appears fit and energetic, still sporting his spiky locks (platinum, at least for now).
Though 40 years have passed since the song’s release, Taylor and the band perform as if it’s still the early ’80s. Fans love to see it.
“I was so in love with John Taylor,” confessed one fan.
“I’m glad I got to see them in concert,” shared another.
“Switched my seats from far back to right up to the stage just by walking up to empty seats. John Taylor was so close I was having an out-of-body experience. Talented and breathtaking.”
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Defining the MTV Era
One of the defining acts of the 1980s, Duran Duran has proved itself to be more than a one-decade wonder. Part of the “Second British Invasion” of the U.S., the band were trailblazers in the ’80s. They didn’t just make music; they defined how it was presented and were among the first popular music bands to focus as much on visual performance as on the music.
Known for their chic style, Duran Duran took the MTV era to the next level, releasing music videos like "Rio" and "Hungry Like the Wolf" that more closely resembled short films than traditional music videos. The band’s emphasis on style and presentation helped pave the way for artists like Madonna, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, and Harry Styles, all of whom are known for using visuals in video and on stage to enhance their listeners’ experience.
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Some people call it a one night stand, But we can call it paradise #johntaylor #johntayloredit #johntaylorduranduran #nigeljohntaylor #duranduran #duranduranedit #saveaprayer #saveaprayerduranduran
♬ original sound - ᯓ★??✰?????★ᯓ - ᯓ★??✰?????★ᯓJohn Taylor, known for his boyish good looks, is widely regarded as one of the most influential bassists in pop and new wave. He helped define Duran Duran’s signature groove-driven sound and introduced funk-inspired basslines that elevated popular music beyond providing simple backing rhythms. With his fashion-forward image, he also helped shape the band’s stylish identity that became so popular in the 1980s.
A Band That Transcends Decades
Still touring, selling out crowds, and leaving fans blushing, John Taylor’s recent appearance proves he’s more than a pretty face and that Duran Duran isn’t just an ’80s band—it’s a band for the ages.
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