Yamaha | Artist Breakthrough Story | Peter Hook - “Playing Makes Me So Happy, I’ve Found Peace.”

Get an insight into the lives and minds of artists in our series of ‘Artist Breakthrough Stories,’ where we hear about their passions, how they got to where they are today, and their defining “breakthrough” story.
From his tranquil home, and then riding through the streets of Manchester, iconic musician and long time Yamaha artist, Peter Hook, shares his breakthrough story.
Hooky details the significant moments which steered his life and career to where he is today, a place of peace. We start from the catalyst of his musical life: an infamous Sex Pistols show inspiring him to pick up a bass and show up, even though he couldn’t yet play, to the difficult times: losing his best mate, Ian Curtis, and facing addiction. The common theme in Peter’s stories is perseverance.
“If you've not got nothing to struggle against then what is life, if you've not got something that drives you on.” - Peter Hook.
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[@michaelwilson2340]

With Andy Rourke, Geordie Walker, and Karl Wallinger no longer with us in recent times, I'm glad Hooky is going strong.

[@h.p.brownsaucecraft7966]

I wouldn’t be a bass player if it weren’t for him. His playing had, and still has, such a huge impact on me more than any other bassist.

[@TheHousePanther]

My favorite musician of all time ever

[@ragheadand420roll]

Without peter hook. New order ceases to exist

[@JustK009]

Peter Hook = Legend

[@shivaduck]

Joy Division forever. Looking forward to seeing Hooky and the Light later in the year.

[@ozzie-sk9dh]

Nobody sounds like Hooky. Legend.

[@MrPomelo555]

Currently going through a separation. Peter’s words have hit me hard. And he’s right. Hold on to the ones you love, people. Hold on.

[@g.marion5888]

Just be damn sure they actually love you too.

[@Simon-gc5cf]

Absolutely love Joy Division and New Order. Total legend Peter ! Enjoyed your music and book so much. See you in Bradford 👍 (still can’t get a genuine black Substance tee-shirt 😂)

[@chili_phil]

I love these type of interviews. What a legend.

[@80smusicfan317]

Great video. The best bass player in the business 🎸

[@VIC-20_Synthwave]

LEGEND

[@vmarliere]

Living legend, love all of his work

[@pleilmusik]

All the best Hooky! Beautiful feature story❤!

[@michaelmarchei8539]

Much love HOOKY.... THanks for your music and your story... An Inspiration

[@HeroesZeros]

Fantastic.

[@henningklein9458]

Hooky is music-is bass- is art! And I like it.

[@stevendavidson391]

Total legend

[@liamhemmings9039]

Honesty works

[@G-regTaylor]

Thank you Yamaha! That was truly a beautiful video.
What a hero Peter Cook is!

[@cathalmccarthy1721]

Thanks for sharing...your music...and hope!

[@g9luv410]

beautiful x

[@bowda99]

No hooky no new order hooky is new order.

[@slutbecky7519]

Correct!

[@user-dbjekenbfjr526]

Peter Hook you‘re a music legend

[@trance9158]

Excellent video

[@wanderer308]

What a grounded guy, Peter (3 dogs) Hook!

[@g.marion5888]

Peter plays the bass his way, and it works, that's what makes him a real artist.

[@ifbridges]

Probably my #1 bass influence - I love Hook's bass lines!

[@gadymarcus2362]

Bello/Magnifico.😯😯😯😯😯😯💘

[@RDiP86]

Love Hooky!! 🫶

[@nicolasbeaudry6158]

Gonna get your signature bass love you Pete ❤😢lotsa emotional things here

[@hayman-lx2ze]

Fuck Yes!!!!

[@LLLove123]

Peter Hook is a mensch among men. Strong. Sensitive. Fearless. Generous. Brave. Precious. God bless you, dearest Hooky!

[@g9luv410]

🔥

[@MrVinB]

Bring back the BBPH!

[@chrisandersen5635]

😎

[@TiagoFlorentino10]

🇧🇷🕵️‍♂️✌️

[@kennethbropson8019]

If you've never seen Peter Hook and the Light live, you absolutely must! They bring such fresh energy to the songs.

[@hughzapretti-boyden9187]

A crap tribute band! Luckily I got in for nothing!😂

[@PeterHookAndTheLight]

@@hughzapretti-boyden9187We won’t miss you. 👋

[@DeliRevv]

No Hooky, No New Order, No Thanks

[@leeschweiner3604]

P r o m o s m

[@dannyv8732]

He sucked before and still sucks today . Seriously, this man cannot play the bass

[@MarcioSilva-ssiillvvaa]

HAHAHAHAHA. What is your problem?

[@PeterHookAndTheLight]

Ok mate. 😂

[@VenomShadows305]

I'd love to see you try and be 1/10th of the bass player Hooky is… 🔔end.

[@RDiP86]

Barain dameged creature ..

[@Nick-ne4ln]

Peter(or Jack?) responded lmao

[@davemurton736]

I’m 67 this year and love everything you’ve done Peter 👍

[@Barry101er]

[@TiagoFlorentino10]

🇧🇷🕵️‍♂️✌️

[@user-ty5dg2fk3u]

Brilliant hooky you bring so much joy