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Joy Division, one of the seminal bands to come out of Manchester's post-punk scene, are almost mythical. It's hard to say if they would still be at the forefront of our collective musical reference if it wasn't for the death of Ian Curtis. The untimely death lends a poignancy to their somber music and prophetical, doom laden lyrics. The knowledge of the real life tragedy is what makes listening to Joy Division so powerful.

Obviously, New Order carried on after Joy Division and ultimately became a lighter, more eclectic band. However, Hooky, Stephen, and Bernard are always called back for Joy Division interviews and documentaries to delve into the seemingly never-ending desire to get "closer" to the real story.
This one includes other interviews with the late, great, Tony Wilson, designer Peter Saville, and Ian's mistress Annik Honoré.
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