In the ultimate F U to Bernard Sumner and the crew, Peter Hook has decided to take the Joy Division act a step further. 2013 will see Peter Hook + the Lightplaying New Order classic albums “Movement” and “Power, Corruption & Lies” in Manchester. So much for the band getting back together. There’s a solid chance that Hook might do what he did with the Joy Division by going on a massive world tour to perform the two masterpieces. If New Order were smart, they would kiss and makeup. Sigh. In related New Order news, head over here to check out New Order’s live set from Festival No.6 in Portmeirion and a chat with lead vocalist Bernard Sumner.
“Following the worldwide success of his live performances of all 3 official Joy Division releases backed by his band The Light, Peter Hook now turns his attention to New Order…
Peter Hook & The Light will perform the first two New Order albums, “Movement” (1981) and “Power, Corruption & Lies” (1983), live and in their entireties for the first time ever at two unique concerts in London & Manchester in January 2013. The gigs will also feature all the relevant singles from that period of the band’s history. Check back here tomorrow (Friday 21st September) at 9am UK time for all the information you will need including on sale dates & ticketing information as we reveal the two very special venues which have been hand picked by Hooky & his band to showcase these momentous debut performances of such timeless material…
2013… Dreams Never End…”
–Peter Hook + the Light’s FB page