"Seven and the Ragged Tiger took six months to record and finish"

This quote by Roger Andrew Taylor is referring to the 3rd studio album by the English new wave band Duran Duran, released in 1983. The album, entitled Seven and the Ragged Tiger, was recorded over a period of six months and was the band's very first album to feature all 5 members. The album was an industrial success, reaching number one in the UK Albums Chart and number eight in the United States Billboard 200. It was likewise certified gold in the US and platinum in the UK.

The album included a few of the band's most pop music, including "The Reflex", "Union of the Snake", and "New Moon on Monday". The album was likewise the first to include the band's renowned "tiger" logo design, which was created by the band's bassist John Taylor.

The album was produced by Ian Little and Colin Thurston, who had formerly dealt with the band on their first two albums. The recording process was a lengthy one, taking six months to complete. During this time, the band experimented with different sounds and designs, resulting in a distinct and ingenious album.

The album was well-received by critics and fans alike, and is still considered one of the band's finest albums. It was a major success for the band, and assisted to cement their location in the music market. Seven and the Ragged Tiger is a testimony to the band's hard work and commitment, and is a tip of the importance of putting in the time to produce something special.