Duran Duran – Arena | Recorded Around The World 1984 (Pre-Owned Vinyl) Capitol Records 1984

Product Description

Originally released in 1984, Arena (Recorded Around the World 1984) is the electrifying live album from Duran Duran, capturing the British new wave superstars at the height of their worldwide popularity. Recorded during their massive 1984 tour, the album features unforgettable live performances of some of the band's biggest hits, including "Hungry Like the Wolf," "The Reflex," "Rio," "Save a Prayer," and "Is There Something I Should Know?" With its powerful live energy, driving rhythms, soaring synthesizers, and unmistakable vocals from Simon Le Bon, Arena delivers the excitement of Duran Duran's legendary concert performances.

Released on Capitol Records, Arena showcases the classic five-member lineup of Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor, Roger Taylor, and Andy Taylor. The album also features "The Wild Boys," a brand-new studio recording produced by Nile Rodgers that became one of the band's biggest international hits. Combining outstanding live performances with one of the most recognizable singles of the 1980s, Arena reached No. 4 on the Billboard 200 and became a major commercial success. Featuring the band's signature combination of new wave, synth-pop, dance-rock, and sophisticated production, this classic release is an essential addition to any Duran Duran, 1980s pop, new wave, or vintage vinyl collection.

Key Collector Details

• Capitol Records – Vinyl LP

• Catalog Number: SWAV-12374

• Originally Released: 1984

• 12-inch Vinyl LP, 33⅓ RPM, Stereo

• Features 10 recordings: nine live performances and one studio track

• Recorded during Duran Duran's 1984 world tour

• Includes "The Reflex," "Hungry Like the Wolf," "Rio," "Save a Prayer," and "The Wild Boys"

• Features the classic lineup of Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor, Roger Taylor, and Andy Taylor

• "The Wild Boys" is a studio recording produced by Nile Rodgers

• Reached No. 4 on the Billboard 200

• Classic 1980s live album documenting Duran Duran's worldwide success

Track Listing

Side A

1. Is There Something I Should Know? – 4:37

2. Hungry Like the Wolf – 3:57

3. New Religion – 5:37

4. Save a Prayer – 6:09

5. The Wild Boys – 4:15

Side B

1. The Seventh Stranger – 5:10

2. The Chauffeur – 5:24

3. Union of the Snake – 4:09

4. Planet Earth – 4:30

5. Careless Memories – 4:06