![]() ![]() It’s fitting that their second, and perhaps last Reykjavik concert is taking place on what would have been George Michael’s 56th birthday. These are the very people who were entering their teens 35 years ago, partying like it’s 1984, except we have beer now. There is not much evidence of cross generational appeal in the audience. Therefore, all reviews of them will inevitably begin with reminiscing about those days of fluorescent lights and “sítt að aftan.” George Michael, after ditching Ridgely, managed to make better albums than both with the seminal Faith, embracing getting Older, coming out, taking the piss out of police surveillance with “Outside,” and even becoming one of the most fervent early critics of the Iraq War with “Shoot the Dog.” Duran never managed to move beyond their mid-80s heyday. They looked slightly cooler with their sullen frowns as compared to the Colgate smiles of their rivals. You might not like either Wham or Duran Duran, but you still had to have a preference. Much the same logic applied to pre-teens in the mid-80s. It will inevitably be followed by: “but if you did, which team would you support?” To find out more, click here.If someone in Glasgow asks you if you are a Celtics or Rangers fan, simply stating that you don’t follow football won’t cut it. Sunseeker are smart enough to realise that if you have a playground toy but the playground is a stinking rubbish tip, what is the use in having the toy?”Īt The Superyacht Forum this November, there will be a number of discussions on how the yachting industry can become more involved in environmental campaigns. “I don’t think you can do this without brands like Sunseeker, because if you are fighting against industry, it is such an uphill battle. Le Bon echoed the ethos of Sunseeker and other yacht brands that are committed to improving the health of the oceans, to ensure future generations are interested in the market. Don’t just sit around talking about it waiting for someone else to do something. ![]() The Sunseeker and BLUE campaign in Menorca, Le Bon argues, offers tangible solutions to issues that the region faces, such as overfishing. "Sunseeker are smart enough to realise that if you have a playground toy but the playground is a stinking rubbish tip, what is the use in having the toy?” “I think the chandelier made out of plastic bottles is extraordinary. “It’s stunning but very poignant,” said Le Bon. The stand at Southampton featured an interactive installation that illustrated the impact of plastic pollution and overfishing on the islands, and included a striking piece made from plastic bottles that had been found in the Menorcan sea. Sunseeker announced earlier on this year its ‘Project Menorca’ campaign, to support local initiatives in the Balearics. It’s really sad and frightening if you think about the knock on effects will have on humanity.” You look in the Mediterranean, and it’s appalling. “As a leisure boater, I see what is happening to the sea. Le Bon has a long relationship with the yachting industry, and continues to race in competitive sailing regattas across the world. “It’s about time that the people who get the most out of the sea and use the sea the most, actually do something about the issues it faces.” “I’m really happy that this brand has come on board with BLUE, which is an organisation I have been involved with for about five or six years now,” said Le Bon, speaking to SuperyachtNews. Le Bon, an ambassador for BLUE, arrived at the Southampton show on a Sunseeker. World-famous musician Simon Le Bon showcased his support for Sunseeker International and the Blue Marine Foundation (BLUE) last week by officially opening the Sunseeker stand at Southampton Boat Show. ![]()
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