Why Joy Division changed their name to New Order - Radio X
The death of Ian Curtis on 18 May 1980 called time on the legendary group… but why did the other members of the band not continue to use the name Joy Division?
Why Joy Division changed their name to New Order - Radio X
What is the story behind Joy Division's band name? - Quora
What is the story behind Joy Division's band name? - Quora
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New Order (band) - Wikipedia
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10 Things You May Not Know About Joy Division
Peter Hook is selling off his amazing Joy Division collection - Radio X
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New Order: 'There's no point in just staying together for the kids', New Order
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How New Order invented the 1980s - BBC Music
Why Joy Division changed their name to New Order - Radio X