DURAN DURAN - 1997 MEDAZZALAND ALBUM REACTION/BREAKDOWN

[@polar_fox24]

21:49 Warren hung Barbarella with wonderful guitar cuts like a Christmas tree with toys. Crazy guitar texture ❤

[@okafala605]

Midnight Sun... such a hidden gem. Big Bang Generation always sounded great live too. Glad this album is getting its due props now. In 1997, it got slaughtered and that was by DD fans! Darker, edgier, experimental and exactly how I wanted DD to sound in 97. For me, their last great [complete] album before somewhat selling out (attempting Rio Part 2 and guest vocals / producers, etc.

[@Ytsssss364]

I'd still much rather listen to Medazzaland than what I'm hearing so far off Dense Macabre (Duran meets the Addams Family, go jump in a lake Nick R) and Future Crap. Rock Rod and 9/11 Truther conspiracy or not, WaCu saved the band - and Anthony J. Resta's podcast about the making of Medazzaland the album is just incredible. Wished they'd have stuck more with John Jones also. Instead of going back to Mr. Hudson and oh Nile Rodgers who this time gave them like *1 chord*

[@Concernedworldcitizen]

A more cohesive album than the wedding album. One of DDs best albums, definitely their most underrated album.

[@clonmult]

For me Medazzaland and Pop Trash are two albums that have got a LOT better as I've got older - I can appreciate them so much more these days. But I can't really agree with them "selling out" - they're still amazing live, and some of their latest is just as catchy as it ever was (I'm loving Danse Macabre, with the exceptions being Ghost Town and Paint It Black, which for me aren't that great)

[@BMC846]

@@clonmult Pop Trash is very good, a few years ago i was at a rock club and they played the whole album Pop Trash 😎

[@timchandler4688]

Out of my mind is a great track. Very underrated. Great album as well. Dark and moody. Something dd does well.

[@realityboost4405]

Missed you, G!……This album wasn't even released in the UK, so I was fortunate to have visited the US, finding it in a record store in San Fransisco in 1999…So I'm incredibly grateful to have even found this album on CD, way back then…It's pretty Avantgarde by the frickin' way!

[@dragasan]

I remember buying this CD when it first came out. In the States, that was a time when Techno, Raves and MDMA were prevalent everywhere. Hats off to Duran Duran for hanging in there during yet another transitional period.

[@michaelld6685]

J'ai commencé à écouter DD in 1993 avec The wedding album, j'ai eu la chance de récupérer Medazzaland en France en import à sa sortie et depuis je me suis procuré la version japonaise avec bonus. Album surprenant et méconnu, bourré de titres différents et profonds. Silver Halo est comme un trait lumineux au milieu de l'obscurité, Meddazzaland est comme un OVNI au milieu du ciel. J'adore cet album.

[@videoandmemories]

I think Meddazaland is one of the best album DD have done at this moment in time. I believe 'So long Suicide' was written as a reaction to the death of Kurt Cobain and which features John Taylor on bass before he left the band in January 1997 P.s. enjoying these reviews as it's getting through my backlog of editing. Cheers! ✌

[@lparaujo2012]

I LOVE MEDAZZALAND !

[@JEDI-2373]

Electric Barbarella Midnight sun Out of my mind ''2nd version My top 3 favs.

[@burning2bridges]

Faves (today anyway): Electric Barbarella, Midnight Sun, Undergoing Treatment, and I would include Sinner or Saint if it were on here. And Be My Icon ... When my dad retired and moved, he found a box of my things from HS that I had forgotten about for 30 years, including a DD carnival mirror. Hubby still laughs at me - he didn't know me then and never saw my DD "shrine."😄

[@birdiehope8231]

The album contains many brilliant songs

[@Lordsmith1]

Meddazaland is the perfect translation to going under the effect of anesthesia. Excellent song.

[@bluesilvahalo3576]

Wonderful to see Medazzaland reviewed. I've been a lifelong Duran fan since 8 to 49 years old and grew up with their music. A lot of fans had jumped ship by this time but this album and Poptrash really blew me away. So unique and innovative. I was incredibly proud of them when they made these albums. Be My Icon and Midnight sun are standouts for me.

[@JonesLeFae]

I believe that "Be My Icon" is a commentary on obsessed Duran Duran fans.

[@glitterkitty]

Correcting myself again on Buried in the Sand, it has more of an Asian/Indian ethnic twist to it!

[@nnunes_vc]

There are several songs on this album that are difficult to choose but the ones I love listening to most: Big Bang Generation, Electric Barbarella, Midnight Sun, So Long Suicide, Undergoing Treatment, Sinner of Saint and Out of My Mind. It will remain in my memories because it has spectacular tracks that would be worth listening to all the time and the saddest thing is that it wasn't much of an album, but I would love to hear some of them live recently, but only in my memories. I love this album ❤❤❤

[@nikkiholley5060]

One of my favorites!

[@Rogueorl]

Got to see them perform this in concert at Downtown Disney in 97 and these songs sounded just as amazing live

[@eduardodanielrappaoppezzo1888]

I love this album, this great CD.

[@d.overbeck94]

One of my favourite albums ever!!! Not a fave from some hardcore fans, but…. This is record is amazing…

[@d.overbeck94]

Cheers love

[@EnervatedSociety]

Another very 90s sounding album to my ears. Breaks, filtered vox, electronic rock, electronica, alt rock. They even put a record scratch in the last track. All very familiar 90s to me. Out of My Mind Silva Halo Be My Icon (was someone listening to NIN?) Who Do You Think You Are?, the way Simon sang it kinda made think of The Beatles a little. All in all I actually like the sound of this album more than The Wedding Album. It's the darkness, pushing on dissonant/atonal stuff. Thanks again, and on to Pop Trash.

[@mcpoeman]

Michael was written for MH before his death, and Simon sang it live on stage upon hearing of his death. They were very close. Midnight sun is a hauntingly beautiful song, that comes alive with repeat listening.

[@bukitkatilmp]

Yes the story about Michael Hutchence is true.

[@chrisscott6211]

Midnight Sun was my Duran song for years. But then they did Pop Trash. And then they did The Universe Alone And then they did Falling The Universe Alone is still my ultimate Duran song

[@JonesLeFae]

I didn't realize that song was about MH, but I always loved the song!

[@marcosbob3610]

Thank you Glitterkitty. What an emotional journey you made. Med1997... So so underrated... even by duranies. What's the deal against Warren? He gave new blode to DD, and reached them to the galaxy and even the multiverse

[@rikgay857]

Warren gave the band alot...he's a legend of the story.

[@Reprodestruxion]

Couldn’t keep his pants on , was overbearing as Musical director , the fight with Debbie Harry and the Avant garde primal scream licks went against the nostalgic Nile Rogers disco aesthetic. Simon wanted the Taylors back , be under a label and closer ties to the past without the scandal.

[@Reprodestruxion]

Meanwhile Chino Moreno under Crosses inherited the TV Mania sound

[@Trev__rich]

i don’t think the problem is with him musically. hes just an asshole lmao

[@nnunes_vc]

Just listening to the bridge of Undergoing Treatment (1:05:39), Midnight Sun (56:37) and So Long Suicide (1:00:40) gives you goosebumps and it's a very different feeling

[@alifhashim3752]

I know im late for this party. Sorry! Anyway, just want to say how disappointed I was that this album was not released in my country, Malaysia. Had to wait till about 2003 till I had enought money to buy it via the net. It was a Japan issue. You are right about Out of My Mind. Im going out to say it here and now ... to me, it was probably one of the most underrated songs in the history of music as I know it. The first time I heard it I immediately fell in love with this song. I actually watched the movie, The Saint with Val Kilmer on lead role, just because the song was featured in the movie. Thanks for this Kitty. Appreciate it.

[@michaelhubbard5246]

I used to play Out Of My Mind and Silva Halo in the club here in Knoxville TN USA

[@michaelhubbard5246]

Medazzaland was a fave album even though John was absent in rehab. As a writer/composer, keyboardist and singer, Nick and Simon seal the deal.

[@ianwoolley3312]

Great video...loving your channel.....first time ive heard this album...sounds really good 👍

[@batman.darthmaul]

The Perfecto Mix for the song Out of My Mind is great. In fact, the band plays that version live, not the album version.

[@JustMe-mp8on]

I think that "Midnight Sun" should have been the third single, if they had put out a third single from this album. Love your reviews. Hope you review the Future Past album.

[@davestott4412]

I absolutely love this album and I'm so glad to see your enthusiasm for it as well. Couple of insights for you. Out of my Mind - final part of the trilogy of songs for Simon's friend David Miles Who do you think you are - angst at John Taylor

[@andressvoxmusico]

The sound of this album is giant!

[@christianneitzel]

PS: If I'm not mistaking, "Who do you think you are?" is - oddly enough - about Warren. From what I learned about him, (even though he's with no doubt a virtuoso and meant a lot to the band, especially in their great success with the Wedding album) he was quite hard to work with (according to several quotes from band members). I still think this album has some of the best songs DD ever made.

[@carlosalenduran4630]

I ❤this album.

[@izzyworld8068]

My favourite album, edging over Rio, and I am a long time fan but this album was their most experimental and eclectic to date. Although Simon did have writer's block so Nick did step in on lyrics in some places and tracks it still holds up. John was on some tracks but bowed out halfway. He is missed but even so I love what was achieved. You asked about other bands with this electronic/grunge sound around the time , certainly "The Smashing Pumpkins" were heading this way , also "Depeche Mode" on their "Ultra" album, which I feel is Medazzaland's step-brother in relation to the soundscapes and band tension echoed. Also U2's "Achtung Baby" was a similar shift on their sound , with heavy processed guitars and dirty production values, again band tensions.

[@glitterkitty]

Thanks for sharing a few albums and artists that had similar sounds at the time, it would definitely be worth having a listen through to compare. 😊

[@izzyworld8068]

@@glitterkitty definitely Ultra by Depeche Mode if u like Medazzaland

[@iamtheprotagonist]

Enjoying your DD album reactions and breakdowns. Your musical insights are deepening my appreciation for each song. It’s so interesting to hear your perspective and thoughts. I’m a lifelong Duran fan and believe DD is the most talented and intelligent band of all time. I’m a guy, so back in the early 80’s, it was rare for a guy to tell his friends he likes DD’s music. But I did. Have a DD experience I’d like to share. When I was 14, I was fortunate to attend the legendary DD Sing Blue Silver tour concert on April 13th, 1984 at the Oakland Coliseum in California. At this incredible concert, Australian film director Russell Mulcahy (who was working with DD to launch them internationally, a visionary who always set the perfect atmosphere for them) filmed the DD Arena album concert video titled “As the Lights Go Down,” (the title originating from a lyric in the song “Shadows on Your Side”), which eventually aired on Cinemax and MTV. Many of these breathtaking “As the Lights Go Down” song performances are on KZbin and can also be glimpsed in the “Sing Blue Silver” documentary. The band’s energy that night was frenetic: Simon, John, and Andy were acrobats - flying, jumping, and spinning all over the beautifully decorated stage; Nick‘s soundscapes on the synths were masterful; and Roger’s drum percussions were sensational. There were multiple camera cranes swaying back and forth amidst the 19,000 fans in attendance (mostly teenage girls fainting and passing out in the “standing only” floor section). It was pure hysteria! The setlist was perfection, starting with the powerful instrumental “Tiger, Tiger” and moving through many iconic tracks from Seven and Rio, ending with an explosive “Girls on Film” encore. It was a surreal experience. 39 years later and there are still “glass splinters” that “lie so deep in my mind” from that unforgettable night. The craziest thing I witnessed was seeing all the impassioned Duranies outside the Coliseum before the concert, how there were thousands of fans trying to get inside, aggressively pushing, pulling, and banging on all the locked entrance doors around the arena. When the staff finally opened the doors, it was absolute pandemonium and chaos everywhere as there were hoards of fans storming inside, racing to the merch tables to buy DD stuff, people slipping and falling to the ground, countless fans frantically running to the floor area in front of the stage to see the Fab 5. What an experience that was! Best concert I’ve ever seen. DD was “top of the world” back then! Thought fans might appreciate this memory. I always get nostalgic when I think of DD.

[@DeaconessPemberton24]

Thx for sharing that with us!! I obsessed watching the Sing Blue Silver doco with my equally hysterical siblings back in the day 🤩

[@iamtheprotagonist]

That’s awesome. That Blue Silver documentary is great, especially the deluxe DVD version.

[@tabithaadams9661]

‘As The Lights Go Down’ was released on DVD with the limited edition box set release of ‘Seven and the Ragged Tiger’. Some of the footage was used in the ‘Arena: An Absurd Notion’ video.

[@glitterkitty]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! It sounds like you made it to an unforgettable concert during an iconic era. It's these kinds of memories that make being a fan so special! Love the 'glass splinters' reference too ha!

[@redsilver69]

This song is the best i have the extended version and its so amazing......

[@KP-je6jt]

I appreciate your appreciation of this iconic, yet, under appreciated band.

[@glitterkitty]

My top three tracks from this album: 1. Electric Barbarella 2. Out of my Mind 3. So Long Suicide What are you favourites?

[@paulblay2330]

1. Out of my Mind 2. Big Bang Generation (sounds great live) 3. Electric Barbarella If "Sinner or Saint" was on the album, it would be my favorite. P.L. You I've only heard live and it's very cool

[@marcosbob3610]

1. Electric Barbarella 2. Midnight Sun 2. Who do you think you are?

[@davidredmond292]

So Long Suicide, Midnite Sun, Out of my mind.

[@NightshadeHalloway]

1. Out of My Mind (the Perfecto Mix is also great!) 2. Undergoing Treatment 3. So Long Suicide I love this album so much! It has maybe the most novel personality of all DD's albums. I was already a Duranie with all their albums when this came out and was in that smaller group of Duranies who naturally took to it while most others disliked it. Loved Nick and Warren's experimentations, the quirky tone, Simon stretching his vocals and giving me things I'd never heard from him up to that point. Medazzaland also seems one of their most cohesive albums with songs that all form a more unified "vision." It truly is brilliant and underrated.

[@sportygamer4585]

1. Electric Barbarella 2. So Long Suicide 3. Be My Icon

[@michaelhubbard5246]

RIP Alex Sadkin and Michael Hutchence.

[@samwise1982]

I remember hearing at the time, that Simon lost his voice before this album and had to go through some serious vocal rehab. Their deal with their record company was coming to end and the album needed to be recorded. So Simon ended up recording his vocals before his voice was fully rehabbed. Not sure how true this is, but I heard this at least 20 years ago and I notice it. Especially on tracks like "Who do you think you are." I do think this album is genius.

[@glitterkitty]

Interesting fact! I noticed a lot of strain on his voice in that song especially.

[@BMC846]

This is my style! Tack 😍

[@RR64434]

This is my favorite album of the Warren era and one of my faves from them. I dig every song for different reasons and I think it keeps getting better and better with age. When it was released there was a sticker on the plastic film that said “featuring” Big Bang Generation, Who do you think You are? and the 2 singles. I am assuming these 2 songs were potential singles if the album had performed better.

[@DavidSimmons-br6hf]

Very interesting to hear your review for this album you know well,thanks. This,in my opinion,is their most heartfelt & emotional album & it does make me tear up on several tracks - loss being such a theme throughout the album! Nick & Warren are the driving force getting this album done & did a great job. Very clever musically & lyrically too. A great & underrated album relatively few people have heard - that's such a shame.😔

[@posthitmusic]

Great album, one of my favourite DD albums. I remember to buy it in 1997 in the Virgin Megastore in the Champs-Élysées, Paris and it was a surprise because Medazzaland was an Import record but had a great promotional display on the store, I love the recent vinyl edition. My top 5 are: Electric Barbarella, Out of my Mind, Midnight Sun, Big Bang Generation and Michael you've got a lot to answer for... Thank you for another adorable video.

[@depierreuxjoffrey]

My prefered one with the first eponymous album. Medazzaland is a masterpiece!

[@billieshields237]

This was such a great album, lots of personal conflicts recorded in the album..loved the band allowing warren add more of his artistic flare...kitty reallly enjoy your observations

[@glitterkitty]

Thank you Billie!

[@anthonygilbreath4275]

Wonderful review! Have you listened to "Thanksgiving Your - The Ultra Chrome, Latex & Steel Tour"? Many of this albums songs played live which is super rare. My favorite live album of theirs, by far.

[@glitterkitty]

Not yer but thank you for the recommendation :)

[@realityboost4405]

"Goodness me……Indeed…" …Couldn't agree more, G! 🤗

[@oneironaut420]

I love the video for Electric Barbarella and I love how Simon quotes the film, when the main villain keeps calling Barbarella "Pretty-Pretty".

[@rikgay857]

I remember buying this as an import copy from America..£17 then. At the time I wasn't that impressed however I picked up the deluxe vinyl and have come back to the album strongly. Out of my mind is up there with their best as is electric barbarella. Durans prog album!👍

[@Designer_Opine]

This album is exceptional on all fronts. Like many fans, I was initially drawn in by the look and subsequently the talent and it’s the talent that’s kept me coming back. A parallel way of defining my experience with this specific album and the band in general.

[@electronic80s]

Hi Glitter Kitty The song 'Electric Barbarella' was a throw to how 'Duran Duran' got their name. Its from the 1968 movie 'Barbarella' where the scientist name was 'Durand Durand' Cheers xxx

[@cookieface80]

And the club of the same name, I guess.

[@JonesLeFae]

I am realizing that this album is in my top five Duran faves. Others in there would be the first album (Duran Duran), Rio, Big Thing, and Future Past. The "Wedding Album" is probably number 6, and then Astronaut. But I love them all (except maybe Thank You - I just don't love it when they do covers, with the exception of "Fame").

[@supercosber]

I am waiting for "Pop Trash" album reaction 🥰

[@amj4564]

Out of my mind 👍

[@jonathancooper8579]

Hi there 😊 In 1997 - and like every Duran Duran album that came out previously - I was eagerly awaiting the release of 'Medazzaland', and I was honestly gobsmacked that it didn't get an official UK release ... I had to obtain my copy via an american import, which was no mean feat in 1997 because I had zero access to the Internet. Medazzaland arrived on my doormat courtesy of a mail order company which came out of 'Record Collector' ... My copy was a promotional copy released to the press, and labelled 'NOT FOR RESALE' - I still have it 😉 It is true, (and particularly from 'Big Thing' to 'Pop Trash'), the output from Duran Duran wasn't met favourably by then snobby musical journalists - but ironically Duran Duran were delivering very interesting, unique and very original work to the musical world. With regards to 'Medazzaland', no one one in 1997 was producing material like it, and quite honestly it does sound like something from the future. I'm particularly fond of 'Electric Barbarella', it's driving bass pattern and witty lyrics. But then my ears get distracted by the originality of 'Out of my Mind' and 'Midnight Sun' - fantastic stuff. Apart from Electric Barbarella, Duran Duran really haven't recreated the 'Medazzaland' collection live, and like you I feel is a shame; but on the other hand it's nice to think that 'Medazzaland' is purists little secret ❤

[@glitterkitty]

That is so cool to hear you got your hands on a promotional copy. Duran Duran have always been an inspiration and source of encouragement for other artists who aspire to create something original that defies the norm.

[@anthonynichols8468]

This is my 3rd favourite Duran album ...so atmospheric ... Great GREAT video ❤

[@andressvoxmusico]

Well, I love Medazzaland!! Warren, Simon and Nick were brilliant here.

[@oneironaut420]

This is such a unique album, I really love it and feel it is very underrated.

[@ScottMcKinzie]

DD is one of the best rock bands of all time. each albums is better then one before. people just need to open yalls mind.

[@MegaDdub69]

Hands down, my second favourite album from our boys (behind Rio and slightly eking out the debut album). It's Duran at their most experimental, dark, and edgy. So many different sounds from hauntingly moody to punchy dance to psychedlically surreal. Every track just works (for me, at least). Electric Barbarella, Medazzaland, Be My Icon, and Buried In The Sand are some of my personal favourite Duran tracks ever, but the whole album is a joy to listen from beginning to end. And shout out to the excellent Bored With Prozac and the Internet concept album from Nick and Warren's TV Mania that was recorded during the down time while the album was being made.

[@glitterkitty]

Looking forward to jumping into the TV Mania work.

[@michaelgabert7549]

I never knew "Michael" was written for Michael Hutchence. Knowing that makes me love this song more as I was a huge Inxs fan, and his death hit me hard as I was only 24. The hard sound at the end gave me the feeling one gets when you hear the news that a loved one has passed, and then that reality sets in that they are truly gone.

[@scottengerson1130]

I am enjoying this ride with you, trying to imagine hearing these songs and albums anew. Yout reactions are delightful, and offer hope as evidence that Duran music will continue to inspire new generations.

[@holgerschink1341]

THX for this brandnew album reaction. I enjoyed it 👉🥰👈so much ! My favourite tracks on "Medazzaland" are : "Electric Barbarella", "Who do you think you are ?", "Michael you've got a lot to answer for", "Midnight Sun" and "Out of my Mind". Greets from germany 😀

[@nightgoblin29]

I love so much that a 30 year girl love this music so much.......

[@VegaPhil]

This was a first time listen to this album for me, other than Electric Barbarella, and I really loved it. So darkly atmospheric.

[@armeous5028]

Just watched you react to Ordinary world, my fav song ever, and came straight for Out of my mind: the last song in a trilogy including OW about Simon’s friend he lost. Haunting

[@davidculliton2615]

27 when this album came out, couldn’t get it in the uk but managed to get a copy. Agreed it was underrated with some gems especially the so long suicide Michael and midnight sun . Looking back at it now it was so different to what was out there at the time and actually stands up pretty well now. Again it’s pretty remarkable the catalog of music these guys have produced they don’t stand still 🫡 . I still don’t think they get the credit in the uk to be honest but thankfully the fans are many and appreciate the quality they provide us. Not many bands around with this kind of catalog still going strong ( we’re so lucky) 👍👍 looking forward to the next one . Well done again 👌👌

[@roxette2]

Hi hun nice to see you back and thank you for replying eg: liking my commments,although i have this Album on CD i have to say it's not a favourite of mine so hearing this has relit my interest again so thank you (pardon the pun Lol).

[@stephenmosgrove6559]

Great album.... I was an early DD fan in 1982. I lost touch with them in late 80s and early 90s. I basically missed this album when it came out. Many years later, I'd listen to it and was very impressed. Out of My Mind stands out along with a few others. No missteps on the songs. Maybe one. lol

[@JonesLeFae]

I love this album. I haven't listened to it in a while, so I'll have to dig it out!

[@christianneitzel]

I really enjoyed watching your video's about DD's album breakdowns. What I like particularly is how you obviously spent quite some time diving into interesting facts about them. Thank you ❤

[@glitterkitty]

You’re welcome!

[@Nigel_The_Crab]

The Electric Remix of Out of my Mind is superb

[@glitterkitty]

Haven’t heard it yet but I’ll have to add it to my list!

[@Krysteff]

Electric Barbarella was the first commercial mp3

[@Poika_Poika]

You are great! I just discovered you the other day! You speak my mind. You have a great heart and fucking awesome Knowledge of what Duran Duran are essentially about. Thank you for your time and efforts you put into this. Greetings from Berlin, Germany. 🎉😊

[@glitterkitty]

Thank you for the kind comment and glad you enjoy the videos. 😊

[@lfmsgameiro]

Greetings! Here's an album that I didn't like at the time. But I'm a fan since 1981, and you got to be a fan to like this album. A particular one, because the last Taylor went away, after recording only 4 tracks. The recordings were made in a lost feeling atmosphere, due to the broken agreement with EMI and John Taylor's departure. For him, they dedicate Buried on the Sand, with lyrics from Nick, his good friend since early 70's. Michael, You've Got a Lot to Answer For is dedicate to the lead singer from INXS, So Long Suicide to Kurt Cobain, and Medazzaland to Simon Le Bon, with lyrics from Nick, about the treatment Le Bon was going through with midazolam. Of course, Electric Barbarella is right from the film from they made up the band's name, which was also the name of the night club where they gathered in first place. Another particular thing is that there's a lot of material from Nick and Warren, which was to be release by their side project, TV Mania. All this explains the assorted styles and arrangements listened in the album, which was to be the first of DD as a Rhodes / Le Bon / Cucurrullo trio. I think the only recognizable track as Duran, is Out of My Mind. The best one for me, along with Buried in the Sand. I must thank you for these wonderfull videos you made up from DD albuns. Such a very good experience. You may not know, but here in Portugal is very difficult to share the passion for the band with someone. Is always seen like a weird thing from people knowing nothing about music. People just forgot about the band's popular achievement. So THANK YOU very much for the experience. Hey, I'm looking forward to watch videos dedicate to the albums that came next. Including the brand new, yet to come, Danse Macabre. I hope you're planning it!

[@pip5879]

There was a trilogy of songs released dealing with the loss of a friend of Simon. Do You Believe in Shame? (1988) / Ordinary World (1992) / Out of My Mind (1997) Be My Icon is about experiencing an extreme fan (while the original version (Butt Naked) is about a messy divorce)

[@Concernedworldcitizen]

We need a 3Cd/DVD deluxe edition of this. One CD for the countless mixes alone.

[@robertt4176]

“ Who do you think you are ?” Is my favourite track on the Lp

[@DerBomster]

I really love this album; it's definitely my favourite of their 90's albums. It feels like kind of a deep cut, since there was basically no promotion, it didn't even come out in Europe and whereas Thank you was panned by critics it seemed this was simply ignored by them. I managed to get my hands on it in a second hand store in late 1997 - I assume by fellow European fan who imported it and was immediately dissatisfied with it. I, for my part, enjoy the hell out of basically every song on it, which is rare for me for a post-1986 DD album. Standouts to me are Out Of My Mind and Midnight Sun (there's an even better version of that floating around ("Midnight Sun Alternate") that's definitely worth a spin). Funny enough I asked the documentary people if there was supposed to be a fourth part of the documentary about the album proper and got the answer "The Medazzaland documentary is completely separate to this and will be released at a later stage. " - so, that's something to look forward to.

[@lm3513]

Have you seen the Electric Barbarella music video? Because you described the guitar solo to what actually what was depicted in the video- robot breaking down. I'm a Radiohead fan too and this album is the most Radiohead-like from DD. Not sure if they were really going for that though.

[@glitterkitty]

I haven’t seen it. I’d like to dedicate a series to the music videos!

[@timchandler4688]

Midnight sun is my fav i think. Made alot of love to this song.

[@froderik9695]

I thoroughly enjoy your captivating journeys through the great albums of Duran Duran. You are incredibly observant and pay attention to even the smallest details in their music. You do such a fantastic job, Glitterkitty! I'm looking forward to experiencing More Joy from your content!

[@glitterkitty]

Thank you so much Froderik! Really appreciate you watching and glad you enjoy the videos.

[@markymarcus5752]

The album was definitely released by capital but the band were furious of the lack of interest and promotion from the label leading to them parting ways, but part of the agreement was handing over the rights to the album to the band, why the band never released it in Europe until now is a mystery.

[@stevejt76]

Brilliant review as always.

[@Gregbenoit2]

I love the album.

[@swbluedog]

Nice review! I like Pop Trash a little more, so I can't wait for that one! ❤

[@stefanob.757]

Out of my mind(perfecto mix) is great..for me better than the original version..and Midnight Sun (alternate) a demo version is far better than album version...for me.

[@positivecrusader]

Was so looking forward to this! I'm an early DD fan, esp 1981-1983, and yet Medazzaland is one of my faves. So much melodic gorgeosity. And amazingly creative, lots of moments musically and arrangement-wise that take you by surprise in a good way. Big Bang Generation and Electric Barbarella I felt like were an attempt to revisit their early song style (dance, electronic, futuristic, combo of upbeat + dark) but with a modern upgrade. Something Girls-on-Film-like about them. The whining guitar (10:20) and E-C-G riff (15:14) in BBG remind me a bit of the end of the GOF Night Version kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWfTcqOqgq5rd8ksi=Gi9KFVdGOXzPqZD6&t=289. And with Electric Barbarella it's the disco beat, racy/lewd vibe, and that bass with octaves (22:11), very John Taylor-ish. Though ironically that's not one of the songs he played on. FYI, JT does play bass on 4 tracks: Medazzaland, Big Bang Generation, Be My Icon and So Long Suicide. The rest of the album, though very different from DD's old style, is incredible in its own right. So Long Suicide has to be my favorite. Who Do You Think You Are always reminded me of Smashing Pumpkins, but DD pulled off that style well. It's an extraordinary album. The fact that I can go back and listen to it from start to finish says it all. Thanks again!

[@elis.2708]

If you turn the front cover upside down, you can see John underneath Warren.

[@glitterkitty]

I must have missed that!

[@erwinkrijgsman6501]

Medazzaland is unbelievably underrated. Nick Rhodes carries this album

[@eduardodanielrappaoppezzo1888]

Nick and Warren

[@philipmcfarlane]

This is an album that I return to time and time again. With the exception of Silva Halo it's always a complete playthrough as the songs are just so good. It's disappointing that they don't include any of them in their current set lists.

[@glitterkitty]

I agree. Would be great to hear Electric Barbarella live.

[@dzidekteraz]

Święty album

[@nnunes_vc]

When I went to listen to the album, it didn't even cross my mind that the album's collaboration credits. When it came to the drums, it never crossed my mind that it was going to be Roger Taylor because I thought it was someone else. I know the live one was Steve Alexander.

[@simonandersen1974]

OUT OF MY MIND❤-is “just” AWESOME / AMAZING 😎👌🖤

[@sushilean]

Los mas grandes DD

[@andy_omusic3217]

What do these critics smoke? That's a great band with their own tastes! 👍😉

[@CrassMufumbu]

Sinner or Saint is another great track from these sessions..B-side of Out of My Mind.

[@chrisscott6211]

There is something beautiful shining in the far off dark of your hair. Funny, for awhile I thought it came from the sky, but it feels your head