British rock titans Duran Duran have sparked excitement among fans by declaring Latitude Festival as the venue for their unique UK appearance next year. Following the fanfare of their newly minted album, the ensemble is slated to headline the renowned cultural event in Suffolk, marking a significant addition to the 2024 festival calendar.
Melvin Benn, the artistic mastermind behind Latitude Festival, has expressed his delight in welcoming the band, whose stage theatrics are expected to harmonize perfectly with the festival’s dynamic ethos. “Duran Duran’s dynamic live shows are a spectacle to behold, making them a quintessential headliner for our festival’s diverse and vibrant landscape,” Benn said.
The sentiment is echoed by John Taylor, Duran Duran’s esteemed bassist, who voiced the group’s enthusiasm for their upcoming performance. “We’re over the moon to select Latitude as our singular UK stage for 2024. It’s a privilege to bring our live performance to Suffolk for the first time, right on the heels of the rousing reception of our new album ‘Danse Macabre’,” Taylor commented.
Duran Duran’s enduring influence on the music landscape is undeniable. Since their formation in the cultural crucible of Birmingham’s Rum Runner nightclub in the late ’70s, they have soared to sell over 100 million records worldwide. Their latest gothic-infused project has soared into the UK charts, reaffirming their status in the rock pantheon.
The choice of Latitude, which takes place from July 25th to the 28th in 2024, as the platform for Duran Duran’s performance aligns with the band’s trailblazing legacy. Benn noted, “Their blend of art and musical innovation is in lockstep with our commitment at Latitude to offer a kaleidoscopic cultural experience.”
Coming off the back of a prestigious induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2022, Duran Duran’s year has been lined with high-profile performances, including commanding live shows across the globe and appearances at monumental events, underlining their reputation as a live performance powerhouse.
As anticipation builds, Latitude Festival’s next lineup reveal is expected to drop before the year rounds off, promising to build on the already palpable buzz for what’s shaping up to be an unforgettable chapter in the festival’s history.