It's always sad to hear Peter talk about the others, because when Ian died they had to really stick together & be like rocks for one another & loyalty & friendship were really key to that. So to go from that to how it is now it must make it even harder for Peter in particular to stomach, since he is the one who is alone. I don't know if it's his own fault. Depends on who you ask.
Peter I can tell speaking about Ian isn't easy for you, my mate got killed on quay street when I was 23 and I'm the same you take care and keep on playing
Great interview. The unplayed vinyl story is properly eerie, right? Oh, and I'm with you, I was well into New Order 1st (thru the club scene) and when expanding into their discography did I learn that they were Joy Division. For lack of a better term, I "prefer" N.O., just because I'm into the electronics, the synths, the production sound, but I still like J.D., and mostly have a respect for it and it's fans. I always viewed JD/NO as two sides of the same coin, like light/dark spirits that orbit each other but can never touch. And the drama/tension behind the scenes is almost to be expected. To me, being an artist, it's clear as day: the more talent all the members of a band have, the more they'd fight, not less. Not to say bands that get along long-term don't have talent, but the friction usually comes from the creative vision, the fact they each have great value. So, great bands that can keep it together are the exception, the rule is they usually are on borrowed time from the get-go. And the longer they manage it, it's a miracle. Anyway, great interview, lots of insight.
Terrific interview. Always enjoy listening to Peter. ❤️
bonus points to Hooky for not trash mouthing Thatcher when given the golden opportunity
It's always sad to hear Peter talk about the others, because when Ian died they had to really stick together & be like rocks for one another & loyalty & friendship were really key to that. So to go from that to how it is now it must make it even harder for Peter in particular to stomach, since he is the one who is alone. I don't know if it's his own fault. Depends on who you ask.
Awesome Interview!!! I played JD songs in my teen garage band and knew zip about them. Just liked the sound. Thanks for the insight.
Thanks for the insight or the track insight? And do you still play JD , I hope you do 🙂
Peter I can tell speaking about Ian isn't easy for you, my mate got killed on quay street when I was 23 and I'm the same you take care and keep on playing
Great interview. The unplayed vinyl story is properly eerie, right? Oh, and I'm with you, I was well into New Order 1st (thru the club scene) and when expanding into their discography did I learn that they were Joy Division. For lack of a better term, I "prefer" N.O., just because I'm into the electronics, the synths, the production sound, but I still like J.D., and mostly have a respect for it and it's fans. I always viewed JD/NO as two sides of the same coin, like light/dark spirits that orbit each other but can never touch. And the drama/tension behind the scenes is almost to be expected. To me, being an artist, it's clear as day: the more talent all the members of a band have, the more they'd fight, not less. Not to say bands that get along long-term don't have talent, but the friction usually comes from the creative vision, the fact they each have great value. So, great bands that can keep it together are the exception, the rule is they usually are on borrowed time from the get-go. And the longer they manage it, it's a miracle. Anyway, great interview, lots of insight.
Hook is the greatest bassist in the history of rock and pop.