Nick Rhodes - Interview - 11/4/1984 - Rock Influence (Official)

[@bonjovirocks24]

Shocking that Nick was only 22 years old here. What an intelligent and mature soul at such a young age!

[@michellezoe4596]

My God, if only 22 year olds nowadays spoke and conducted themselves this well the world would be better off!

[@mimmimars]

If people only listened...

[@reyofsunshine7171]

I agree , if that was so I would be married by now . 😆Guys that I know in thier early twenties act like middle schoolers , they don't have any class . 😑

[@vampir3doll]

MK Renee ... I agree with you! I don’t know any 22 year old who acts this mature and is this sophisticated lol.... blows my mind!

[@mj2208]

This comment is funny to me because I don’t know a single 22 year old who is NOT capable of carrying themselves in this manner

[@harleyhartley3168]

@@mj2208 completely agree, I bet older generations in the 80s thought young people had no class as well, circle of life

[@valerieperry3719]

It’s obvious that he’s really gorgeous physically, but this is an incredibly intelligent man and that should be acknowledged to the fullest extent. He was only 22 in this interview but he managed to carry on an eloquent, meaningful conversation about a subject that people really respect. It’s pretty extraordinary that someone that age could have so such insight on something like that and that’s extremely impressive. I just love it when beautiful people turn out smart!

[@caledoniatardivo8537]

+Valerie Perry Join the club! :D

[@CaptainMouse14]

I completely agree with you, Valarie!

[@CaptainMouse14]

sorry, Valerie** :)

[@sandrafaith]

Hear, hear. I was NOT this put together at 22!

[@babyface5035]

Well said . He is truly amazing.

[@lesabeaty7415]

I love his voice and manner of speaking. It's always a joy to listen to him.

[@sl4983]

It really is

[@naviyad]

Totally agree

[@philc4520]

The brains behind DD. Fascinating, intelligent & very articulate artist.

[@michaelg6641]

But listen to John Taylors bass at least in the first 2 songs off Rio, including of course Rio! And they're still touring now in 2023! Nick and John!

[@michaelg6641]

They don't make them like that anymore..

[@NubianEagle]

Nick was remarkably articulate and worldly for a 22-year-old. A really intelligent and sophisticated man.

[@nzarinaali9801]

How elegant and matured nick Rhodes was at 22 years old.

[@ilovenickrhodes1]

Nick is as intelligent as he is gorgeous.

[@rhodes2rio53]

SEXY AS ALL HELL :)

[@Loretopo]

Absolutely true!!!

[@kirkholeman]

Nick Rhodes- A fascinating rock star. He is obviously a genius, and an icon of the world! Could watch N Rhodes interviews all night!

[@jennajx22]

I agree! As I was watching this I was thinking I could watch him forever and this is probably one of my favorite interviews ever. He is so well spoken for so young!

[@Yui-zb8fm]

Intellectual rockstar

[@resa.walters]

I do watch them all night. Wish there were more of them

[@maidenrulz73]

Rock star????

[@stephaniel1159]

I’ve never heard a 22-year-old speak so eloquently. Hell, I’m 24 and don’t speak this well!

[@Yui-zb8fm]

I was an idiot then and I'm 50 now lol.

[@Ballerina-Girl]

Its because of Nick Rhodes I discovered I could play keyboards and became a musician.

[@clicketysplit1817]

His hair is absolutely perfect.

[@JedHead77]

Unlike today, not everyone at his age then say “like” every 5 seconds. I was fortunate enough to meet him at the Fillmore in SF ten years ago. Really nice to the fans.

[@ALEXMGFASHION]

Super intelligent and amazing good looking lad. These days guys like him don’t exist anymore. These days guys cannot even spell their names 😀

[@gloriamendoza6067]

So knowledgeable, proper, and speaks so eloquently. Nick Rhodes fascinates me! Both gorgeous and intelligent!

[@tinasuarez61]

Nick Rhodes was Gorgeous then and is Still today. Beauty and Brains.

[@tinasuarez61]

Nick also looks sleepy in this interview. Still able to speak intelligently. :-)

[@jaywillingham4085]

I could listen to Nick read the telephone book (not that those still exist, but you get my point). Such class and elegance. You can tell, in just the way he talks here, that he truly feels glamorous. Lol.

[@michellelovitte8455]

Nick could read me the phone book all day.

[@TheEnzyme94]

He so is an artist in every sense! This guy knows what he is, where he is headed and what he wants.

[@cosplayannie]

Now being around his age in this video (Nick's almost 22 here) and Duran Duran members' age in their beginnings, I begin to realize even more how well spoken they were in such young years, they knew exactly what they were doing and where they wanted to go musically and as a famous band. People often forget Simon was the only one in his early twenties when they began as Duran. Every member, wether they parted or came back to DD, are incredibly talented and intelligent and they were often put aside as the "pretty pinup boys" which is sad. Not only do they look amazing and presented themselves this well they also were and are really good at what they're doing. ❤️❤️❤️

[@Schumanized]

One of my biggest influences. This man was way ahead of his time!!

[@pattiharrison7561]

So very talented and amazing, and yes men Can wear makeup and I find that there is nothing wrong with that at all! Love it when Nick smiles!!!!

[@mistreme8341]

He's been my fashion icon for 35 years!

[@zakariahlafreniere1332]

Patti Harrison straight men don’t wear makeup, only clowns.

[@chiara6612]

@@zakariahlafreniere1332 Actually, make up was initially created for men.

[@sl4983]

Completely agree, and they look good with it! And especially if they're hetero!

[@totallynewwave]

Incredible man! Nick Rhodes is so smart and such a icon!!! Very fascinating to hear him and his point of views

[@paularose3110]

I was a huge fan of Duran Duran in the 80's. Still have a few faves of theirs. Huge crush on Nick for years. Him and his Roland just magic. The chauffeur is an awesome song!

[@lindsay2733]

Such a smart, unique, and beautiful man. I love the way he pronounces the word "years". Every time he says it, it kills me :D

[@sl4983]

I know right? 😍

[@jontyarnold8522]

Yes 22 and very thoughtful with his choice of words and clearly an enlightened guy. These days any late teens/ early 20s X factor dimwit starts every sentence with “yeah, but no, but yeah”

[@Ghgh324hjm]

Jonty Arnold different culture completely

[@Devdot404]

Proper British gentlemen,in 80s,rare🔥💥

[@kylie9687]

Nuno Miguel Guedes Bowie was also a gentleman

[@donnerdonner315]

OH...MY...GAWD!!!! HE IS THE MOST GORGEOUS, INTELLIGENT, TALENTED, CREATIVE, ARTISTIC, AND SEXIEST MAN...EVER!!! THOSE BEAUTIFUL GREEN EYES....THOSE SEXY LIPS....THAT GORGEOUS HAIR!!!! LOVE YOU NICK...AND STILL DO!!! THE 80'S WERE THE BEST!!!

[@billehrhard5661]

That's Nick he looks so Different

[@donnerdonner315]

Yes "GEORGIE"..... You remember!!! How many pics did I show you of this gorgeous creature back in the day? (and how many more were on my bedroom walls....heehee) Ahhh....what memories!!! 😄

[@billehrhard5661]

Yes I remember it like it was yesterday lol

[@donnerdonner315]

That's because it WAS yesterday....LOL!!! I WISH!!! If it were we'd be about 30-ish years younger....haahaa😄....GREAT TIMES!!!!

[@billehrhard5661]

It was the best of times Jan darling :)

[@greenskye7543]

Nick Rhodes is fine art in human form... Just appreciates in value as time goes on.

[@rose4490]

Nick Rhodes is a truly elegant man!

[@zahemiazulislami2595]

Now I realize after more than 30 years, it has always been Nick when it comes to doing solo interviews. Must be because of his eloquence and articulation, not to mention his knowledge as well. It was so well mannered of Nick to mention "I'll start that again..." before rephrasing his comments

[@44kickinit]

Kind of ironic, since he was the youngest band member.

[@sl4983]

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[@theshadowxoxo]

Gorgeous and talented Nick Rhodes ;)~

[@andreapatane4204]

Agreed! 1 time, I wore grey 👁shadow out in public and possibly looked a little bit like Nick Rhodes from he became a 👩🏻. How creepy is that?

[@zakariahlafreniere1332]

andie monroe any man would look that “gorgeous” with ten pounds of clown makeup

[@nilouf]

Honestly I haven't seen a lot of people being able to go on in interviews for this long and actually make sense up until the very end, he is very articulate and intelligent as well, much respect.

[@kagerouquizahulleza7477]

I fell in love with this keyboardist..

[@MitchQuintana]

Nick Rhodes is a cool cat! One of my favorites!

[@BruceLee-zd9bw]

Nick Rhodes is a great keyboardist, and he reminds me alot of David Sylvain. He was the lead singer of the late 70,s very early 80's band Japan for the ones that haven't heard of him.👍

[@michaelg6641]

Obviously Nick Rhodes was highly aware of and knew DS. I read a quote from David Sylvian saying something to the effect.. "there appears to be a movement passing through at the moment which we (the band Japan) are being associated with but are not", as he must have been referring to the New Romantic movement and trying to distance the band. Who talks like that?! That's being eloquent, and you can see Nick here has that same well spoken delivery.

[@sl4983]

Just gorgeous

[@smileylpsgirl]

he is so fascinating. he could read a children's book and make it sound endearing and interesting

[@RetroReminiscing]

ha ha I agree!

[@sl4983]

Agree!

[@MarenaTheDoe]

Nick Rhodes always had style, and was always very cool, specially in the 80s when there was so much awesome creative fashion, and self expression around.

[@augmentedkeys5971]

Your face is always in style.

[@greenskye7543]

Happy 58th Birthday to the smart and beautiful Nick Rhodes! 🌹

[@bmbarrera64]

Very smart man...loves his style. ..his ability to change and reinvent himself! Love Duran Duran!!!

[@jjrj8568]

Nick Rhodes was always dismissed as a poser and someone incredibly uptight and frivolous in interviews but in fact, he's a great synth player (incredible textures) with probably a generous IQ (+130 easily), the mastermind behind every DD album

[@sl4983]

Yes, definitely a higher IQ

[@cognitivedissident2881]

Duran Duran are one of my favorite bands and Nick Rhodes is great at what he does.

[@ezioauditore6038]

There's something hypnotically eloquent about this guy

[@joemcnamara6230]

I've followed Duran Duran since their early days, and this is the first interview with Nick that I have heard. He really is well versed and mature for a 22 year old. I got a great lesson on the progression of music in England.

[@elainehouse]

I Love Nick. he was 21when I became a fan in April 1984 he is one of the best keyboard players in the world. he looks as great as he did 33 years ago

[@caterinagabrieli3161]

I love you Nick also now when you do not have 22 years old. You are always a very intelligent man and a great person. Very beautiful...

[@CaptainMouse14]

He's the full package

[@reinilla]

Nick is so handsome😍

[@winjo7162]

Fabulous hair great interview ❤️🌺🐈‍⬛🐾

[@juliecolleran4101]

Nick, you are a beautiful man, yesterday and today!

[@ta2770]

oh I love this interview with Nick, it's one of my favourites and I could watch it over and over again and his voice! I could listen to him all day🥰🥰😍

[@MilesBellas]

Duran Duran is really his band.....his idea.

[@Blerta_XK]

Nick Rhodes is my favorite Duran Duran. Quiet, concentrated, wellspoken, simply, a georgious man. Duran Duran is my favorite band from my teenage years. Loved their music, style, and the fact that even though they are international stars, they never fell into that famous trap drugs or scandals.. Love from 🇽🇰.

[@HallowWeener]

he's always had old soul energy

[@ernestoromo3344]

An Iconic man with all the talent,Glamour,Class... .

[@fourlouise4371]

He is beautiful inside and out. Very unique and talented. Love him so much💖💕

[@CarrieLuikens]

Well done interview, Nick! So polite, diplomatic and thoughtful with his responses. I agree with him regarding bands who put on interesting, artistic stage performances versus bands that just get up on a stage and play. If a band plays excellent music, I will go see them play live even if they are just standing on stage playing their instruments with no additional visual performance. However, my favorite concerts are shows that are more like theatrical performances. I like the visual special effects and light shows synced to the music, along with any kind of artistic expression from the band. Especially when the band's artistic expression enhances and gives more meaning to the songs. Also of course when the band's music is danceable, that makes a show even more fun. Which Duran Duran is very good at - both danceable music and performance art. Thank you Nick for staying true to the kind of music you like to create and play! :)

[@ndoris]

This is why I love youtube. Duran Duran was (and is) my favorite band in the 80's but this is the first time I heard Mr. Rhodes voice. Love it.

[@TheSteveSteele]

Has anyone in Duran Duran ever admitted to being heavily influenced by Japan (David Sylvian, Mick Karn and co.? It's so obvious, at least to me.

[@duchessravenwaves]

+Steve Steele I don't have an answer but it's just funny to me that you commented this on this video, because there's a person who takes interviews of 80's musicians, makes them into animated GIFs but puts false subtitles on them, and they used these clips to make a fake interview Nick saying that David had once accused him of stealing his look, that they took it to the pit, and there was "quite a bit of bloodshed." I do think so though, as an avid fan of both Japan and DD I think there's definitely an influence, but I've watched a lot of interviews from DD and I've never heard them say anything about Japan. It's interesting what Asko said that Japan was recording Polaroids while DD was doing their first album, because a lot of fans that Japan and DD share often say that DD's first record sounds a lot like Japan. It was their first record, they were young, and as an artist myself, early on in your career, you tend to draw heavily from what's around you until you grow and find your own voice. (Sorry this is long and probably doesn't answer your question...)

[@duchessravenwaves]

I think so...and even with Japan, you can't praise them and then slam DD for ripping them off (not saying anyone was, I just see a lot of people doing this)...Japan did the same thing when they were first starting out. Before they found their voice, their look, their sound, even their names were heavily influenced by The New York Dolls. Marc Bolan was heavily influenced by Bob Dylan when he started out, and Bob Dylan was a total ripoff of Woody Guthrie. That's just how it works. Before those musicians all found their own unique sounds, they were inspired by someone before them, and drew from them for inspiration, heavily at first, and less and less until they found their own voice. All artists do this, whether they admit it or not. (Sorry I can't stop talking I'm really passionate about both DD and Japan)

[@duchessravenwaves]

***** Oh yeah I know, I wasn't accusing anyone here of badmouthing DD, but I have seen it just...around the internet on other videos and stuff. But isn't is brilliant? I'm not fond of contemporary music, and DD is my favorite band too so the fact that their whole point is to stay relevant (and therefore contemporary) I'm always a little scared but...they never let me down. I hope it does well for them. I've not been able to stop listening to it it's absolutely genius.

[@csfan65]

I agree, Steve. I think DD were heavily influenced by Japan. They wanted David Sylvian to produce their first album, but he refused. It is very evident that Nick has a lot of the David Sylvian look in his ever changing style. Nick is always changing his look, his hair color, and his wardrobe style, just as David S. did. I think it's great because so few men are willing to do that. I have never heard any DD members mention this in interviews, nor have I ever heard David S. asked anything about DD is his interviews.

[@jaggass]

+Steve Steele Influenced by Toto as well.

[@raymcpherson6772]

Love Nick Rhodes but that hair alone was responsible for 60% of the ozone depletion in the '80's. Le Bon and John Taylor shared the other 40.

[@veronicah9306]

lmao

[@chiekoj7273]

Watching this in April, 2021! I truly wish 22 yr olds now, could speak as eloquently as he

[@sewingfordolls3323]

He is an incredible intelligent person.. just listen to him. he can make any topic seem interesting and that your iq is jumping a 1000 points

[@delinellychan]

The Prince of Keyboard 🎹

[@saraenneking4652]

Incredibly good looking, he has aged well

[@Yui-zb8fm]

Nick has low sorry correction no ego for a pop star. I love him for that reason so humble .I'm 50 he is my only favorite!!

[@ladeedacook]

He’s so cute!

[@moogdome2562]

Very intelligent, talented and a nice guy.

[@any4760]

He's sooo...i can't tell..i just love him

[@KATNYC_718]

He's so intelligent and well spoken, he created the look of the 80s in my book. He broke stereotypes and was woke before others and he helped break open closed mindedness and helped so many to be free with themselves to express themselves through fashion and in general . This man made the sound of the 80s he has a great musical knowledge truly has shaped music through the years he's highly underated and under appreciated for all he's done.

[@sl4983]

Agree, well said. They just finished up a tour , I saw them in 8/2023. It was fabulous!!

[@ta2770]

oh man i love this interview😍❤❤🥰🥰

[@IronManXXX]

Such a well spoken man, performer....wish I was like him...

[@christineedwards8618]

Nick Rhoades reminded me and still does- good ole dad. My father's entire life , lived humbly to the Lees. His daughter realised his good too late. That's why I have a weak -ness where I see Nick- In good English It is said- " You doesn't have to be said--- because 'you ' is...understood. My hard lessons were- to not to consider people-- be smart & move in your own path. A person signed my yearbook---- to Chris a girl who did not always like me....we turned out not to be too bad of friends.. I cried about it.

[@synthdamian]

He doesn't get not even a single word wrong! Nick's absolutely a fantastic person, one of the best people on this f*cked up planet. Thank you Nick for creating such great songs (along with the other members of Duran obviously), I love your musical influences and your musical tastes... I hope one day I will have such an inspiring band like yours!

[@RG615]

Loved DURAN DURAN and still do....They were on the forefront of 1980s videos....Amazing band. Got to finally see them at a 1980s "bands" concert in Devore Ca in I believe 2005 or 2006. Boy.... was it emotional for me to see my D.D. after sooooo many yrs later. They were amazing!!!

[@monicachuidian-riveracalde9554]

Nick I agree is smart and handsome! Very rare to be both good looking and smart.

[@mickdestiny6542]

Great interview! They were The Beatles to us kids back then! Love his response to the Back to the Future reference. You could tell when he said "back to the music" that he had walked into the interviewer's next comment. Made me laugh out loud..

[@kagerouquizahulleza7477]

Eventhough he is old, he is still handsome.. I was young when this band invaded music industry in my country.. Only now I knew his name, Love You Mr Nick Rhodes of Duran Duran..

[@AwesomeGee]

Love this interview. Nick is such a cool guy!

[@eveoflow]

Remarkable- incredibly articulate, highly intelligent, highly advanced soul - just incredible

[@lynleewilliams2132]

Nick Rhodes a ROCK STAR?? Lol. Dunno about being a rock star but he is clearly brilliant. I believe he revolutionized the music we hear today for sure. I always said I would have loved to see Nick Rhodes and Prince collaborate on something......🦋

[@mickdestiny6542]

Same here!

[@kpierce93]

2 years after this comment being made and hearing Nick speak, I had the EXACT same thought!!

[@karynlouisa3771]

Incredibly poised, sophisticated, intelligent, knowledgeable, reserved, thoughtful, self assured, not to mention drop dead gorgeous. Still is.

[@sl4983]

Nick Rhodes IS Duran Duran!!!!

[@michaelcruz7704]

He looks so pretty with that hairstyle and make up in the 80s

[@sl4983]

He looks gorgeous

[@humanoidfactory2040]

Nick Rodes, remarcable musician. At the time of this video he was very young. However very wise and knowledgeable. Besides, I love the fact that he is almost 55 now and he still wears make up. Because is his personal preference.

[@RedRobbie07]

Can't be 1984. This has to be early 1986, I'm thinking March or April. Nick refers to Arcadia, Power Station and the film "Back to the Future". Also, Nick had black hair during late 1985/February 1986 for Arcadia. His hair would be a lot shorter and very blonde by October '86 during the "Notorious" album release and promo videos.

[@UnionavenueBand]

This interview Was recorded the 4th og november 1985 Rights When arcadia and powerstation was stopping and Nick dyed his Black long hair back to blond Brown ish Right before he cuttet it short

[@Aramanth]

Yes 86. Nick by this time had dyed his long black hair a honey brown color as seen in "The Flame" video. Always...loved that shirt! Clips of this interview were used in a fashion documentary about music aired on MTV that year...

[@duranasty]

Visage arcaidia only just in its beginning I think so 85 just after a view to a kill was written

[@LadyEng]

Exactly. Back to the future came at the end of 1985 so...

[@CryBabyWalker]

IM A DURANIE SINCE THE BEGINNING, I FREAKIN LOVE THEM!!! ♥️🤗👍

[@brandonwaddell4817]

When I was in my teens, I wanted to be him ( or "like" him ). I am now in my fifties and still feel the same way. There is something about living true to yourself that is very appealing. Pardon me while I go to the vanity and smudge on a little eyeliner. Wink.

[@TeiRen2012]

"I DEFINITELY wouldn't have wanted a gold, lame suit." That comment took me out LOL!!! And he responded in such a Nick Rhodes way. He is so pretentious...and I love it!

[@marjoriejudge5348]

So sorry , but he looks like he is being incredibly patient with this entire interview - as if he would like to seriously discuss music and perhaps how he develops sound and mood rather than answering all her fluff fashion questions - bless his heart , he looks so happy at the end when the questions are over

[@sl4983]

They put up with a lot, they're very gracious and patient 🙂. But you're correct

[@jennifernelson1048]

I don’t recall ever seeing Nick being interviewed solo from back in the day. He really is quite interesting and very intelligent. Always been a bit mysterious to me, I hope to see more archived chats.

[@agritakhandelwal6428]

Wonderful Nick

[@GianLuNicoGazNevada]

Very untelligent, really! BRAVO Nick!!!

[@voxfutura]

Saw Duran Duran live last month, and Nick wore a GLOW-IN-THE-DARK red/orange suit. Lol, incredible! Anyone else want to cry from missing the 80’s so much? 😂

[@sl4983]

Saw them too!!

[@hayleyv4321]

OMG!! I’ve been reading some comments. I’m 49 and like many thought John was everything! Now after seeing Nick l musta been nuts! He’s a one handsome intelligent man!!❤️❤️

[@sl4983]

Agree!

[@julieraymond7844]

Today, most people this age barely talk intelligently. With the types of music out now, the personalities. ? Is that what it is ? There isn’t a lot to talk about. It isn’t all about how much trouble you can get into, though it seems that is all music consists of now. A far drop in the wrong direction , if you ask me. And I am a Gen X member.

[@michaelrmurphy2734]

Wow!!! Nick is being quite Bowie here. And as said below, he was only 22?!!! My God!! What insight and thoughtfulness as a musician and artist and creator! And rather cringe inducing on the part of the interviewer. I would be sweating bullets to not piss him off with dumb questions or to be annoying. I would talk to him about photography. He does photography and I have been taking pictures since I was a teenager. Annie Liebovitz, Robert Frank or Edward Burtynsky. Who does he like? And I think I have been in touch with Nick. SOMEONE was typing me back from Nick Rhodes Little Darling on Google Plus!! I wonder if he moved to FB or Twitter?

[@CrassMufumbu]

This interview has to be from 1985 he mentions Power Station, Arcadia, and the movie Back to the Future.

[@godsavedsiu]

Thank you for posting. I can see myself watching this over and over. Also thank Valerie for the comment. Well said. I don't hear any present musician talk with such poise anymore. Now a days, most of them curse all the time for no good reasons. I can see the quality from within him. I do miss the 80s a lot.

[@lupitamartinezrosas7501]

such beauty equals intelligence, only in Nick.