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Ian Curtis of Joy Division

Ian Curtis Died 32 Years Ago Today

by Paul Cashmere on May 18, 2012

in News

Ian Curtis of Joy Division took his life 32 years ago today.

Ian Curtis of Joy Division image

Ian Curtis of Joy Division

After his death, Joy Division continued under the name New Order.

The band posted the following message today:

“32 years ago today Ian Kevin Curtis tragically took his life. Rest in peace Ian, though you are gone, the music lives on…”

In memory of Ian Curtis, her is Joy Division’s finest moment:

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