In response to the piece in this week's issue of Billboard, the band are indeed in talks with Epic Records about a deal - but it's not signed yet - which is why we have not gone public with anything. In fact, none of us were thrilled the piece ran - as the deal is not done - which is why Epic also declined to comment.

We appreciate your patience and as soon as the ink is dry on any deal duranduran.com will be the first to know.