Post by ©DURANMANIA Board Team on Oct 31, 2005 1:20:40 GMT -5
[glow=red,2,300]20 Years ARCADIA ! (limited time only)[/glow]
20 Years ago (
fall 1985) ARCADIA emerged out of Duran Duran ...
Arcadia was a mythological place known to ancient Greeks as 'Heavenly Paradise', where 'Pan' was allowed to roam free.
Arcadia was the end result of 5 years writing, recording and performing experiences. Arcadia's music was described as European sounding with traces of Hispanic and Gypsy. All the songs were written and recorded in Paris, at the Studio de la Grande Armee. They were produced by Alex Sadkin.
Arcadia's campaign began with the release of a special 12" Cryptic Mix of Election Day, minus most of Simon's vocals. This mix was released in total secrecy to clubs throughout the UK; this release was so secret that it had no labelled information, no B-side, just the Arcadia 'Cryptic' Logo. This mix was eventually released as a special Limited Edition.
The commercially available Election Day was released in October 1985, and reached an impressive No.7 in the UK charts. The video was shot in Paris and was directed by Roger Christian (who designed the set for Star Wars) and included the model Violetta, who featured on the cover of 'So Red The Rose'.
The filming of The Promise took place on the Cote D'Azur during December 1985 and was directed by Marcelo Anciano. The single was released the following month and reached No.37 in the UK charts.
The filming of Goodbye Is Forever (Goodbye Ears Forever!) took place in and around London during January 1986 and was also directed by Marcelo Anciano.
The Flame was filmed in the London Docklands during April 1986 and was directed by an old favorite of theirs, Russell Mulcahy. The video was given a 1940's Alfred Hitchthingy feel and style. The video featured a cameo appearance by John. The single was released in July 1986 and reached a disappointing No.58.
December 1985 saw the release of their debut album 'So Red The Rose' which had stunning artwork done by Tony Viramontes.
Celebrate ARCADIA and download Arcadia performing 'Election Day' on BBC's 'Noel Edmunds House Party' fall 1985
Size 7.27mb
To download (FOR LIMITED TIME ONLY!!) clip right click on image and 'Save Target As'
20 Years ago (
fall 1985) ARCADIA emerged out of Duran Duran ...Arcadia was a mythological place known to ancient Greeks as 'Heavenly Paradise', where 'Pan' was allowed to roam free.
Arcadia was the end result of 5 years writing, recording and performing experiences. Arcadia's music was described as European sounding with traces of Hispanic and Gypsy. All the songs were written and recorded in Paris, at the Studio de la Grande Armee. They were produced by Alex Sadkin.
Arcadia's campaign began with the release of a special 12" Cryptic Mix of Election Day, minus most of Simon's vocals. This mix was released in total secrecy to clubs throughout the UK; this release was so secret that it had no labelled information, no B-side, just the Arcadia 'Cryptic' Logo. This mix was eventually released as a special Limited Edition.
The commercially available Election Day was released in October 1985, and reached an impressive No.7 in the UK charts. The video was shot in Paris and was directed by Roger Christian (who designed the set for Star Wars) and included the model Violetta, who featured on the cover of 'So Red The Rose'.
The filming of The Promise took place on the Cote D'Azur during December 1985 and was directed by Marcelo Anciano. The single was released the following month and reached No.37 in the UK charts.
The filming of Goodbye Is Forever (Goodbye Ears Forever!) took place in and around London during January 1986 and was also directed by Marcelo Anciano.
The Flame was filmed in the London Docklands during April 1986 and was directed by an old favorite of theirs, Russell Mulcahy. The video was given a 1940's Alfred Hitchthingy feel and style. The video featured a cameo appearance by John. The single was released in July 1986 and reached a disappointing No.58.
December 1985 saw the release of their debut album 'So Red The Rose' which had stunning artwork done by Tony Viramontes.
Celebrate ARCADIA and download Arcadia performing 'Election Day' on BBC's 'Noel Edmunds House Party' fall 1985
Size 7.27mb
To download (FOR LIMITED TIME ONLY!!) clip right click on image and 'Save Target As'