A look at how Joy Division took a diverse array of influences to make their music, from Frank Sinatra and Phil Spector to Iggy Pop and The Buzzcocks.

It’s incredible how quickly facts that were once common knowledge become obscure tidbits, and it seems that the meaning behind the English rock band Joy Division’s name is no exception. Formed in 1976 ...

Mason routinely gave credit to other composers for his own hymn tunes, and described the music of “Joy to the World” as being “after G. F. Handel.” While there are fleeting similarities to ...

Leading bands of the 2000s post-punk revival were inspired by Joy Division, driven by the intrigue and enigma of singer Ian Curtis.

Joy Division might be the most ironic band name of all time. Don't be fooled, they were masters of darkness and captured the sound of despair here the best.