Duran Duran - Rio (Vinyl LP | EU Original | 1982)

Duran Duran – Rio is the second studio album by the Birmingham band, released on EMI in 1982 and produced by Colin Thurston. With “Rio”, “Hungry Like The Wolf” and “Save A Prayer” it features some of the band's best-known songs and is regarded as a New Wave and synth-pop classic. The cover artwork is by Patrick Nagel. On offer is the European original edition from 1982 (EMI 1C 064-64 782) with inner sleeve.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: EMI / EMI Electrola – 1C 064-64 782
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
• Pressing: EU Original
• Country: Europe
• Year: 1982
• Genre: Electronic, Rock, Pop – New Wave, Synth-pop (Synth-Pop, Pop Rock)
• Inserts: Inner sleeve

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+
• Sleeve: VG+

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Rio – 5:33
2. My Own Way – 4:48
3. Lonely In Your Nightmare – 3:48
4. Hungry Like The Wolf – 3:38
5. Hold Back The Rain – 3:57

Side B

1. New Religion – 5:28
2. Last Chance On The Stairway – 4:18
3. Save A Prayer – 5:32
4. The Chauffeur – 5:10

Personnel

Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor, Andy Taylor, Roger Taylor; Andy Hamilton (saxophone on “Rio”). Recorded at AIR Studios, London. Produced by Colin Thurston.

FAQ

Is this the original pressing?
Yes – this is the European edition from 1982 (EMI / EMI Electrola 1C 064-64 782), made in Germany.

Is the inner sleeve included?
Yes, the inner sleeve is included.

What does Media VG+ / sleeve VG+ mean?
VG+ (Very Good Plus) means light signs of use that barely affect playback or overall appearance. More at Vinyl Grading.

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