Tiswas Interview Duran Duran Early 1982

[@elizabethlane880]

John is exquisite. Not just (clearly) in looks, but talent on the bass, and even his shyness here in the early days is very, very endearing. Intriguing... quite paradoxical to that evident shyness that he has admitted to in his book, I found it incredible to find out in retrospect what an absolute driving force he was behind starting the band, designing the art graphics for their posters and being the member of the band with the vision. Duran Duran had described themselves as the most unlikely yet sublime blend of "punk, disco, funk, glam", well I think we can really look big time to JT for this development of the sound, as he was the one who did indeed embrace fully the two opposing genres of punk and disco, which was a quite niche and unpopular thing to do in the late 1970's. Thank goodness he did, as Duran's sound reflects this gorgeous and powerful blend of influence perfectly. The self described "funky punk". I think many wrote him off as a "pretty boy" (he's exceptionally STUNNING physically), but he really had the talent too, and is by far one of the top bassists of the 80's, with a sound that is very innovative yet sadly at times under appreciated by critics. Luckily, many serious music fans know well and understand that John is absolutely an innovative and seriously killer bassist, with that insanely riveting staccato style, arguably one of the absolute coolest and most enigmatic figures that the 80's (and late 70's!) birthed. Thank goodness Nigel took off the glasses and became John, but I really feel a strong soft spot for that gorgeous young fella Nigel who was the ultimate driving force of the band's beginnings.

[@LailaVieiraMartins]

I applaud your comment as it is absolute perfection! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@darchies3716]

I remember staring at john's face for the first time, and realized that he's so beautiful, exquisite infact. Of all the men i've seen john is the most beautiful man i've seen for years, perhaps my whole life

[@judyb1539]

He truly is!!❤

[@resa.walters]

Well said. I think he's exquisite.

[@witchflowers6942]

It’s between him and David Sylvian

[@grimreaper4109]

You may think he's beautiful but don't think some of us don't know from whom you plagiarized that quote...

[@darchies3716]

@@grimreaper4109 It's a quote not plagiarism. Geez, what's your problem? Too many weirdos these days that people can't comment on anything harmless without some weirdos making it into a problem.

[@smrteypntz]

This has got to be the most bizarre Duran thing I’ve ever seen. The omnipresent kid at Simon’s back, the pawning of bondage gear on a children’s program. The weirdo with the pink elephant. It’s like the twilight zone.

[@kdp8133]

That's Tiswas for you!! Check out Queen Genesis and Robert Plant etc on it. They were queuing up to get on it.

[@witchflowers6942]

This was a weird show. From the clips I’ve seen they were lucky to make it out with out being flanned or just attacked by the children at the end 😅

[@elliefromessex]

I loved Tiswas, never quite wrapped my head around it though 😂

[@colinp2238]

@@kdp8133 This is what we want.

[@k.avilla8061]

Le Bon said " ..some bondage gear to tie your MOTHER up with " ! What went on in his family ?

[@Mezmer7777]

John Taylor has gotta be the cutest boy from that scene. Depeche mode is my favorite band, and even I just can't get enough of John Taylor. and that kid behind them is geeking me out

[@depecheddurand]

I love them both my screen name tells all.

[@atheistleopard618]

right on! My favorite bands are DepecheMode/DuranDuran/Tool!!! =D oof oof oof. See you in medazzaland @ the MidnightSun , just dont leave in silence, enjoy it instead. lol , ive been drinking. =D

[@atheistleopard618]

@Wuhan Virus im not british dude, so in america it's FAVORITE, no "U", dude. save your pedantic attempts for your death bed lol *THEND

[@jtoh3727]

A Simon woman myself!

[@jennathompson6180]

oh my god John take me now

[@sabinewei3041]

jenna thompson 😙😙 I Love you john!❤

[@lorireece1970]

jenna thompson Wait in line. lol

[@judyb1539]

I think my uterus just grew back!!😍😍😍

[@swirlingfudge]

🤮

[@thomasandrews1998]

Judy B grew back what did it go for a holiday

[@sabinewei3041]

John is so very cuuuuuuuuuute😘🤗🤗

[@rubyweymouth6843]

So is Simon👍

[@davidmeir80]

John's slightly annoyed look at 0:12 - priceless! :-)

[@aprilgosa6315]

he might be scared LOL

[@jessieh8002]

John seems to be annoyed by the kids right up behind them

[@staceyjones124]

I think John was insanely hot here.

[@sabinewei3041]

TransmissionFilms Yes.always

[@lindynaylor4459]

definitely ❤️

[@judyb1539]

A bit on the shy side too I would say!❤️

[@judyb1539]

SIMON!!!!❤️

[@grimreaper4109]

@inglesinamafiorentina you like that phrase, "covert narssisist" don't you. You phoney...😌

[@MsLylals]

John..the cutest.. He's like some puppy here😍😍 and this accent..is the best..sad he kinda lost it:/

[@carolyndee4565]

John Taylor was by far the hottest guy ever!! Look at him 🥰🥰🤩🤩

[@JTforeverL]

And still is

[@mattma96]

John & Simon's hairdo IS STILL THE BEST after decades!!!!!!!

[@atheistleopard618]

IKR.......i comb my hair like DuranDuran, now. =D

[@atheistleopard618]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJevqqudjbKmhZo in between early JT hairdo and nick's. lolol...i wish girlies liked duran style today instead of all the crap rap and other mindless/tasteless 'rubbish' out there. OOF ! ! !

[@armychic15]

I love this; Simon and John are just gorgeous💕

[@josephlalmond8874]

Duran Duran has powered for decades upbeat and innovative music that has withstood the test of time and made them an Icon of Rock and Roll. Their talent is phenomenal and needless to say full of great lyrics and out of this world instrumental sounds, from the likes of Nick Rhodes, Andy Taylor, Roger Taylor, John Taylor and of course the maestro Simon

[@jacquelinemullan4900]

Totally agree DD are hugely talented and underatted there music is so beautifully crafted together with healing powers so lovely and relaxing to listen too. There still going in 2020/21 brilliant I knew back then they had something special and unquic and recording there 15th studio album brilliant.

[@frankvanderzijden8524]

Its like children of the corn in your back

[@80s90smulti]

JOHN IS SO FINE OMGGGG

[@mikaylacveta]

IKR

[@peterlanzer6475]

Wow.. those were the best times for true great music..duran duran - best band ever

[@CashPresley32]

The best time for music was the 50s, and the Statler brothers were the best group.

[@sabinewei3041]

peter lanzer I loooovvveee Duran Duran so much !! BEST BAND EVER!❤❤❤❤❤

[@TheNouveauxdecadence]

Good gawd, John is So luscious here!!! What a pretty, pretttttttty specimen!

[@resa.walters]

I think John's beauty is from within, not just the outside. Wow, his accent is notable here, I guess he's lost it a little bit through the years.

[@aba1791]

He's lived in LA since the early 90's so his accent is somewhat Americanized by now although he still has his charming and soothing sexy Brit accent for the most part.

[@sabineweidemann7709]

I love you john!!!!😄😍😍

[@cheriesummers5297]

The one boy between Simon and John seems to be trying so hard to upstage them. lol

[@rahan9886]

He is doing a rather good job at that don't you think?

[@julieandgary]

met john taylor last night hot as ever in the flesh

[@resa.walters]

Lucky, Julie! Were you able to speak? 🤩

[@kingkenny334]

John Taylor with his Brummie accent. That’s gone now.

[@rubyweymouth6843]

Where did it go?

[@resa.walters]

I noticed that too, that he's lost it through the years. He's still as charming as ever, though. No one compares.

[@rubyweymouth6843]

@Wuhan Virus Who knows🤨

[@resa.walters]

@Wuhan Virus Well, if they want they shall. Don't you know, John is married to a non Brit.

[@resa.walters]

@Wuhan Virus Whatever. I'm proud of him. Because he seems a strong person. He doesn't let the press or outsiders influence him.

[@terrimew4974]

simon is so beautiful

[@jahreggaesummertunes3892]

Simon's face when the question was put to John that did he think the music and the influence changed a bit when simon joined, and John replied not really !! is pure class

[@devesongs]

Ya, was a bit rude response. Simon brought the lyrical value. His lyrics are really quiet good, and the way he sings it. I would've been offended.

[@Juki.227]

Tan bello John parece un niño!!!🤗😘😍

[@MsLylals]

He was only 21 in this😌🤗

[@Hard-Boiled-Bollock]

Strange to think that all those kids in the background are in their 40s now..

[@rubyweymouth6843]

I am so jealous of them and I bet they didn't appreciate DD back then like us Duranies do❤️

[@carolinavega2464]

John is so cute and shy here oml

[@JFBDriverTraining]

John says they start the tour in Canterbury which was Monday December 7th 1981. So this recording is probably Saturday 5th December 1981.

[@mjaliveinmusic]

beautiful SIMON!

[@ilovecheesestringz]

John's faint Brummie accent...

[@Hard-Boiled-Bollock]

Really?, I can't hear it all :\

[@lillydee5978]

John and Simon both annoyed by that kid crawling all over them!

[@coralbay00]

I expect Jimmy saville was backstage somewhere an all 🧐

[@cornflakegirl1718]

@@coralbay00 hahahahahahahaha 😂

[@mikaylacveta]

rip

[@elizabethlane880]

@@cornflakegirl1718 Really not a laughing matter if you know about what that horrendous creep did to children.

[@designingsequences]

At 1.26 when asking John did he think the music changed after Simon joined the band. When John replied 'No, not really'.. the look on Simons face!!! 😲

[@sabineweidemann7709]

john ist so niedlich

[@KasandraOConnell]

love how JT always rubbed his chin in the early days, very cute

[@gracieluvspink26]

John is sooo beautiful

[@WonHakWoon]

Gawd, Johnnnnnnn 💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@lil-steve]

Went to the bullring in Birmingham today and walked past a shop playing hungry like the wolf reminded me of them😂❤

[@joepippasD2]

My lord that brat behind John and Simon is really getting on their nerves...lol..

[@EponaDreams-AmbientDreamscapes]

Gee I remember seeing this program. Was lucky enough to see them play in Manchester. Didn't hear a fat lot because of all of the screaming.

[@judyb1539]

John has a delicious voice!!!

[@dreamyfilmz]

2:51 Random Guy: "Duran, Duran. Duran Duran Duran Duran Durrrraaaaaannn." Simon and John: *Honks Horn* Hahaha this part cracked my up!:)

[@jenanthony7575]

Their accents are so thick here! I love it!!!

[@jacktype-r9750]

Rio (My favorite song from these gentlemen) was released in May 1982 I believe? In this interview they said it wasn't even April of 1982 yet. At this time rio must have been in the making or not even written yet

[@filipematias5127]

Actually this is from December 1981

[@ozzacots]

he's the love of my life like look at him he's the definetion of perfect.

[@kdp8133]

This was recorded at the ATV studios in Birmingham. John's homeland and also Crossroads was filmed there lmao.

[@71ellabella]

You can tell that little turd in the arctic jumper was getting on John's nerves! he was basically sat on his shoulder... not that i'm jealous of course

[@rick_terscale1111]

Holy crap! How f'd up is this!!! I feel sorry for John and Simon. Who made them do an interview on a kids show?

[@davehoward22]

Tiswaz was one of the biggest things on tv at the time

[@antonellagori6455]

John sarà sempre unico

[@TheDenise7609]

I think the fact that they were on a "kids" show annoyed them.

[@jamara3330]

They were on lots of kid's shows as pop was marketed to us, that one was just a bit crazy

[@suecondon1685]

I love the way they laugh at stupid questions, and they still do!

[@HiddenPalaceUK]

LOL! Talking about "bondage gear" on a kids programme.

[@jacquelinemullan4900]

I remember this very well on Saturday morning Im a huge fan of Duran Duran Simons reaction to Spandu Ballet is priceless as its a pity Nick wasn't there his answer would be a one off as he said,'if that's all that they can come up with' meaing there debut song, 'we have nothing to worry about'.Great answer and Duran Duran didn't he was absolutely right. Duran Duran came out a few months after Spandau Ballet in 1980 and DD are celabrating 40+ years in the music sceen. Tony Haddley has a great voice no dought about that as he said just recently he should have joined for DD no hope Tony, Simon was their best choice...

[@jaysterling26]

I used to hear Mr Hadley regularly as a kid - I lived close to the docks.

[@mariamarroquin5496]

Simon youre very handsome im still in love with you

[@WinnietheGlue]

also met john taylor after his radio 5 interview. AMAZING!

[@Silvia-rm4uy]

That children will be fans in the future

[@francesrobertson2905]

John looks like he is so uncomfortable that kid is on this last nerve.

[@AlisonBryen]

He's on my last nerve too and I'm only watching forty years after the fact 😂

[@adamwilson5031]

Great video clip, but, for the record, this is from late November / early December 1981 as they announce the Careless Memories UK tour. Thank you for posting it!

[@nixbronowski5822]

Nothing like being Adorned by 7 year olds for your Creativity. Kinda says it All. Brilliant Post.

[@michaelknoppke7057]

Echt super. !!!

[@EscapedMentalHorse]

I'm gonna enter the competition... *wish me luck*

[@TheDenise7609]

I would love to have the sweatshirt!

[@essy111]

My god isnt John Taylor like gorgeous cousin Brian Cox? from Nibiru I guess this is wehre these gorgeous gits are from

[@ignaciomenem5407]

John Taylor 🤤💗

[@Blondie101010100]

For some reason John's way of speaking (accent) and the way he was the founder of the band and the way he speaks about that, reminds me so much of early 60's Brian Jones interviews about The Rolling Stones!

[@murrynathan]

According to this interview, Simon is the Ringo of Duran Duran.

[@heatherhillman1]

Comparing one-hit wonder Spandau Ballet to Duran Duran??? Most have been a very short time they had any comparison!

[@JTforeverL]

Agree! i dont know how could SB were ever considered rivals/competitors to DD. I mean, has SP ever played in the US? Let alone have they ever filled a theater? And notice I'm not saying a stadium....

[@bicj1179]

I think the rivalry was more to do with being hot young guys in their twenties, similar fashions early on, plus both growing out of the new wave/ new romantic movements in opposing areas of the UK - specifically, London and Birmingham. But I think they were quite friendly with each other, particularly John with members of SB. There was even a famous game show on tv at that time where the bands played a quiz opposite each other, with Duran Duran winning, such was the media's emphasis on their rivalry. The music however was different, and obviously Duran Duran had more sustained success worldwide for a longer period, and have definitely sold more records - to the point I think they are one of the highest UK selling artists of all time, something like 70 million. However, I wouldn't call Spandau Ballet one hit wonders. 'True' is one of the most played US radio hits of all time, possibly more than any DD hit, and certainly in the UK they had success with other hits like 'Musclebound', 'Through the Barricades', 'Gold' and 'Chant No.1'. Plus Spandau appeared at Live Aid and on the band aid record like DD. But yes, ultimately, a true rivalry was more early on.

[@MrMynameindra]

still coool hair....

[@claudiafernandes3448]

Beautifuls 🇧🇷😘 Brazil y love Duran Duran show Fantastic em Belo Horizonte 2017 welcome New show

[@claudiafernandes3448]

Jhon Boy beautiful 😍🇧🇷 Brasil y Love Duran Duran e Duran Duran y love Brasil

[@rachelrodriguez448]

Simon has had that chain and pendant for ever

[@claudiafernandes3448]

Simon so Beautifil

[@claudiafernandes3448]

Saudades do show no Brazil em 2017 em BH hall Belo Horizonte excelente show y love Duran Duran

[@winjo7162]

Duran Duran greatest band ever🐾🐈‍⬛

[@본디크레이지]

아...사랑해.. jhon.여기서 널 보다니 .. 젊은그대 멋지군 ^^

[@jacquelinemullan4900]

I was about 19 I had a massive crush on Simon le Bon i thought he was the most handsomest man in earth, he was very good looking and all of them hugly talented. I was working overtime on Saturday and I woke my sister up to remind her to record it she wasnt amused. Im still a huge fan of there work 40+ years can't wait to see them in Dublin 2021 where has all the years gone....

[@kathydiaz2462]

Jeez, Simon! you can't say "bondage" in front of those kids lol

[@DaleSteynfan]

Beauty In Excess.

[@crapple009]

"We've got some bondage gear here for tying up your mother and...". Hilarious!

[@filipematias5127]

Kkkkkkkkkk lol 😂

[@rubyweymouth6843]

I didn't like that line...was quite inappropriate 😒

[@44kickinit]

The kids behind John at 0:50 - 😂

[@eletricsan]

I love both...and I painted my hair like John...the best... but why he needs to close his eyes while he speaks ???

[@Juki.227]

Eso lo hace verse más sexy...

[@kaylarose823]

What’s up with all the Annoying kids!! Was this interview done on the Romper Room set?? I bet Simon and John will never forget this one!!

[@artsyfartsyme]

Those kids were annoying Simon and John a little bit. What a group of brats.

[@mariamarroquin5496]

my love Si..on

[@woksrandomchannel]

Talking about the band being formed only four years before. Jeeezus jumped up Mary. Where did all the time pass?

[@claudiafernandes3448]

Eita homem lindo Simon le Bon o my God

[@adambinnie1332]

I think I remember reading in a interview somewhere with JT that he never liked SLB for the first couple of years of the band because of something like jealousy because of the attention Simon got for being the new guy and like taking over, but they ended up being good friends.

[@c4test]

it's the other way around actually. simon is the one who's jealous of john. you can read andy taylor's book, he talks about how simon jealous that john got all the female attention and how EMI chose john to be the icon and published him more than other members as EMI think john is the most handsome and photogenic of all duran's members. andy says simon got jealous because he is the singer but the record company promoted john first and made him pin up boy to attract female fans. andy also talk about how simon so jealous when DD met princess diana and princess diana walked past simon and went directly to john. there is a picture where you can see simon glaring at john with so much jealousy when princess diana greets john. simon think he is the one that should get all the spotlight and attention since he is the singer but it turns out it's john who gets all of that. however as the time went by they put aside their rivalry and became good friends. although, simon still shows his jealousy of john whenever john gets more attention and simon hides his jealousy by teasing john or making snarky comments. you can watch video of jonathan ross with DD. you can see how simon face turned red when jonathan compared simon to john said john is better looking than simon while simon looks like a farmer and simon is threatened by john's good look

[@MsLylals]

@@c4test I can't find that interview with Jonathan Ross..Is that on yt?

[@c4test]

@@MsLylals It was on youtube but it was taken down. Here's the interview sp.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm2860723

[@JOHNNYSGIRL1960]

In an interview John when he was 24 said they both were jealous of each other because John said he founded the band and resented the fact that Simon got attention for being the singer while Simon was jealous of him for the attention John got when Simon is the singer and should get more noticed but one night they got drunk and admitted it to each other and after that they got along unbelievably.

[@londonlady1966]

That kid in between JT and Simon is really irritating, John even looked annoyed at that kid.

[@Hard-Boiled-Bollock]

3:26 - 3:33 Simon \m/

[@misterr279]

Le Bon was 24 here and John Taylor was only 22!!

[@resa.walters]

He was so sweet back then, sigh.

[@jacquelinemullan4900]

Spandu Ballet really No carparision to Duran Duran.

[@staceyjones124]

Lucky you. I'm jealous.

[@Xtiansldrs]

Omg...those kids musta been driving them nuts. Why wouldn’t they keep them from hanging on them- they’re quite the distraction. Ergh - that was maddening. It would’ve been nice to actually be able to see and listen to JUST Duran Duran?!

[@julesbirdie]

This was the nature of the TV show. Most of the saturday morning shows were made for kids and featured kids.

[@Xtiansldrs]

julesbirdie ooooooooh😬

[@tweedsilo]

John seems like he's on something - half asleep - garbling his words.

[@TheNouveauxdecadence]

Simon looks crap and John looks fucking IMMACULATE!!!

[@UXB-p5u]

Give me 'Bonzo' aka as the late great John Henry Bonham on TISWAS any day..

[@anthonyposso3764]

I thaught Simon was gonna say , it got a bit too Dramatic 😅 when she asked you about University 😅.....

[@rachelar]

This is before Nigel Taylor became the suave JT

[@robertwallace9260]

LOL, I'm an Australian now living in Detroit in the USA, but I worked in St John's Wood in my 20s. Cute name, but I didn't see any woods or forest when I lived there!

[@Pollyward69]

Either that or he's not wearing his contact lenses?!