Duran Duran is an influential British band that emerged during the New Wave movement of the 1980s. The band, comprised of Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor, and Roger Taylor, is recognized for their innovative fusion of rock, pop, and synth-pop, characterized by catchy melodies and distinctive electronic sounds. They gained international fame with their visually inventive music videos on MTV, with hits like "Hungry Like the Wolf" and "Rio". Their style and success significantly contributed to the shaping of the 80s music scene and had a considerable influence on later pop and electronic music.