Seven & The Ragged Tiger
Seven & the Ragged Tigeris artier than Duran Duran's first two releases. "The Reflex" opens with one of the best bass-fueled intros ever, remaining more in the dance-pop arena than the rest of the album. Lyrically, the song contains one of the most memorable Duran Duran lines of all time, "Fl-Fl-Fl-Fl-Flex," which is reason enough to buy the whole stable. "Union of the Snake" is a mix of male ritual, slithering synths, and, again, big bad beats.  Along with their first two albums,Seven & the Ragged Tigeris necessary to effectively complete the early Duran Duran experience. Interesting haircuts remain optional.--Steve Gdula