The debut single from Duran Duran, "Planet Earth," announced the band's arrival with a driving synth-pop sound that would soon dominate the charts.
- "Planet Earth" was released on February 2, 1981, by EMI/Harvest.
- The single reached number 12 on the UK Singles Chart.
- The music video for "Planet Earth" was filmed in various London locations, contributing to the band's visual identity.
Duran Duran is a New Wave band from Birmingham, England, best known for their synth-pop sound and fashion-forward image. In February 1981, they were on the cusp of international stardom, having just released "Planet Earth" as their debut single.
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