The band's 1987 single 'Skin Trade' found them experimenting with a more mature, R&B-influenced sound, co-written with renowned funk and soul producer Nile Rodgers.
- The single reached number 8 in the UK charts.
- The song was co-written by Nile Rodgers, who had previously produced their 1984 hit 'The Reflex'.
- The music video for 'Skin Trade' was filmed in Istanbul and directed by Russell Mulcahy, who had helmed many of the band's earlier iconic videos.
Duran Duran is a British new wave and synth-pop band, formed in 1978, best known for their ambitious music videos and chart-topping singles in the 1980s. In 1987, they were at a commercial peak, seeking to broaden their sound with new collaborators.
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