Duran Duran have teamed up once again with legendary Chic guitarist Nile Rodgers for their new single 'Free To Love', marking their first release of 2026. The synthpop icons describe the track as "disco for the 2020s," a funk-driven anthem that encourages unity and optimism.
The song arrives with a music video directed by Jonas Åkerlund, which pays homage to the classic BBC show Top Of The Pops. Radio presenter Clara Amfo appears as the announcer, adding a nostalgic touch.
Vocalist Simon Le Bon explained the track's message: "It's up-beat and up-tempo; it's about freedom; it's about loving the modern world instead of hating it, and that is something we need right now. Be free! Be free to love!"
Keyboardist Nick Rhodes echoed those sentiments, saying, "Every time we plug in and play with Nile, the electricity he generates could light up a whole city… 'Free To Love' is our call to all the people out there who want peace, hope and understanding to prevail."
Rodgers, who has collaborated with Duran Duran since their 1984 remix of 'The Reflex', added: "True love is free and unconditional. My love for Duran Duran and what our music together has always been about, is the love we share for our song's deepest meanings. Whatever chaos is going on outside, inside the studio we're free to love our peace."
The collaboration continues a long-standing creative partnership between the band and Rodgers, who has infused their sound with his unmistakable guitar work and production flair.