This is your fault, Ian Curtis >:|

[Cem]

An old argument.

For those who don't know, New Order is what's left of Joy Division after Ian Curtis died.


People tend to say that New Order is more of a dance band, but I can't even picture people dancing to their music :/

I enjoy New Order more, because of the key patterns they use and the vocals sound more.. eh... drowny, for lack of a better word. It's just personal preference and I'm just wondering what you think.

Shoot.

[Captain SpExtacular]

Joy Division and New Order are very different bands, I do like both of them. However, I have to say Joy Division hands down. Ian Curtis wrote very emotionally driven lyrics many of which gave insight into his depression and suicidal thoughts. A good example is in the song Shadowplay, "In the Shadow play acting out your own death knowing no more." I have a great amount of respect for Ian Curtis because he was able to express his depression and other issues musically, which is what I think all musicians should be doing, making music from their souls. Yes that sounds incredibly cheesy, however, that is why I like Joy Division more. Not to say that New Order isn't making music from their hearts or whatever, but it still can't compare.

[Cem]

I'm ashamed to say I've never payed any attention to Curtis's lyrics(I only really pay attention to MBV's, Massive Attack's, Lenard Cohen's and Morrissey's lyrics usually). Upon paying attention.. XP.. I am agreeing with you, but musically I'm still finding New Order more attractive.