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DURAN DURAN
(Reach up for the) Sunrise
Producer(s): Duran Duran, Don Gilmore
Writer(s): Duran Duran
Publisher(s): Copyright Control
Genre: POP
Label/Catalog Number: Epic 56921 (CD promo)
Source: Billboard Magazine
Originally Reviewed: September 04, 2004

Nearly 20 years after disbanding, the original fab five, Duran Duran, have reunited for an Oct. 12 studio album ("Astronaut"), with this single providing a sneak peek. It's the group's first offering from its legendary lineup since 1985's No. 1 Billboard Hot 100 single "A View to a Kill." "Sunrise" is a blast of fresh air. The uptempo dance/ rock track has a thrilling, uplifting chorus: 'Reach up for the sunrise/ Put your hands into the big sky/You can touch the sunrise/Feel the new day enter your life." The lyrics to the ebullient track are fitting. Simply put, this is a new day for Duran Duran. The group, along with co-producer Don Gilmore, has captured a mood and spirit sure to bring a smile to fans' faces, especially given the rabid response to the band's brief reunion tour last year. Welcome back Simon, Nick, Andy, John and Roger. We missed you.—KC

Courtesy BILLBOARD magazine