Duran Duran have released a new single, Free to Love, a high-energy, disco-inspired track created with Nile Rodgers for the 2020s.

The single arrives as the band unveils a busy 2026 schedule, including BST Hyde Park headlining and European festival appearances, plus a Las Vegas residency plan and a BeachLife Festival slot.

The music video, directed by Jonas Åkerlund, channels a Top of the Pops vibe with a nostalgic TV-performance look, featuring aged versions of the band members while maintaining their stage presence.

Duran Duran’s enduring legacy is underscored by major accolades, including Grammys and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

The release is part of a broader push that includes vinyl reissues of The Wedding Album and Thank You, plus coverage in Classic Pop magazine.

The single sits within Duran Duran’s ongoing arc, following recent material and live activity, including the Danse Macabre era and related awards.

2023’s Danse Macabre and the 2024 deluxe edition are noted alongside 2021’s Future Past, illustrating the band’s continued critical and commercial momentum.

The band’s long collaborative history with Nile Rodgers spans decades, contributing to influential albums and live performances.

The video’s aesthetic features John Taylor with a blonde bun for a nostalgic twist that resonates with longtime fans.

Interviews and ongoing collaboration reinforce the band’s forward-looking artistic stance around this release.

Upcoming Europe tour dates and a brief Las Vegas residency in May, with potential Nile appearances connected to Chic’s recent activity.

The video and campaign leverage collaborations with Jonas Åkerlund, Bea Åkerlund, Clara Amfo, and Xerjoff’s NeoRio fragrance to enhance branding and visuals.