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In the Pleasure Groove
- Love, Death, and Duran Duran
- Narrated by: John Taylor
- Length: 7 hrs and 54 mins
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Summary
With Duran Duran, John Taylor has created some of the greatest songs of our time. From the disco dazzle of debut single "Planet Earth" right up to their latest number-one album All You Need is Now, Duran Duran has always had the power to sweep the world onto its feet. It's been a ride - and for John in particular, the ride has been wild, thrilling...and dangerous. Now, for the first time, he tells his incredible story - a tale of dreams fulfilled, lessons learned and demons conquered.
A shy only child, Nigel John Taylor wasn't an obvious candidate for pop stardom and frenzied girl panic. But when he ditched his first name and picked up a bass guitar, everything changed. John formed Duran Duran with his friend Nick Rhodes in the spring of 1978, and they were soon joined by Roger Taylor, then Andy Taylor and finally Simon Le Bon.
Together they were an immediate, massive global success story, their pictures on millions of walls, every single a worldwide hit.
In his frank, compelling autobiography, John recounts the highs - hanging out with icons like Bowie, Warhol, and even James Bond; dating Vogue models and driving fast cars - all the while playing hard with the band he loved. But he faced tough battles ahead - troubles that brought him to the brink of self-destruction - before turning his life around. Told with humour, honesty and hard-won wisdom, and with a PDF of exclusive pictures, In the Pleasure Groove is a fascinating, irresistible portrait of a man who danced into the fire...and came through the other side. Read by the author.
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- Nicola
- 13-11-12
Excellent. Entertaining.
I love biographies but some can be just self indulgent me me me! This however is a really, really good read. You don't have to be a Duran Duran fan to enjoy this book. It is an honest account of becoming a 'popstar' and all the stuff that comes with it , some good, some not so good.
The story really flows and was beautifully read by the author himself. He had an excellent way of changing his voice just slightly to become his Dad, his Mum, Simon "Charlie" Le Bon, in fact all the characters in the book. Cleverly done. I hope this isn't a one-off. He has the talent for writing. Fiction next time ? Looking forward to it !
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- Craig Forster
- 14-04-13
The ups downs and ups of the pop life
This was a great listen made especially compelling since being read by the author John Taylor himself. It was read very well and documents the rapid rise of the band from nothing through to global success and associated pop star excess then falling out of the limelight and latterly reappearing again to play to audiences that remain loyal. It covers the sex drugs and rock and roll in all its glory. Boy what a ride!
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- lakelandgirl
- 16-05-21
Enjoyed
Been a Duran fan for years so enjoyed this, even better for the fact John did the narration himself. Easy to listen to, ideal for my daily walk
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- Zeenat A-P
- 01-12-20
Beautifully Written and Narrated
How amazing to hear John's story in his own voice. I've read the book several times, but listening to it on Audible has brought it to life even more. There are so many touching moments in his story, especially in his relationship with his parents. I'm so glad that John got sober and has found so much meaning and love in his life. As a life-long Duranie, it is a privilege to hear John's story.
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- Andy Byrne
- 15-08-20
Durantastic!!
Really enjoyed listening to this over the last few weeks! I loved hearing John talking about where he and Nick grew up - as I live nearby- and the early days of Duran Duran. A real insight into a band coming to the fore, when music was at an exciting juncture! Left me feeling a little sad that those times are over - but glad that I grew up while music still seemed to have the power to excite!
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- J Lowe
- 16-12-20
Wonderful, heartfelt, nostalgic & truthful. 👍😊
Great to hear him tell his own story of childhood, growing up in Brum and the highs and lows of family life as well as an honest account of times with the band and struggles with temptation. Brilliant job JT, thank you! 👌
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- Anonymous User
- 11-01-21
Under-rated bass player...
Great story with a amazing narration. He really did a great job conveying his story. Also take note that he is, by far, the most overlooked musician in pop-rock-funk. A drummer's dream...
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- Alison Coddington
- 12-02-23
Fascinating
Couldn’t stop listening. Very honest, open and compelling. Would recommend to anyone who was there and anyone who wasn’t.
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- Richard B.
- 22-09-22
Amazing listen
Always loved Duran since they first hit the scene. I normally only listen to longer reads, but thought I'd give this a go and am I ever glad I did. Couldn't stop listening. So much I never new about the rise of Duran. Feel like I would've been great mates with John if I'd been 3 or 4 years older and lived down the road from him at the start. Great narration by the author too.
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- Karen Currie
- 01-12-12
Not only the Duranies like me will enjoy this!
Duran fans will love this - although, to be fair, it is a good read/listen for anyone so don't write it off!
JT has had a roller coaster life and it's great to get this insight - what a rascal but what fun he had!
I love it when the author narrates - the nuances in their voice brings the words to life as you almost see their memories flash in front of their eyes as they read!
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