new orderThe landmark of “Blue Monday” opened 40 years ago today. It became the best-selling 12-inch of all time. But ironically, die-cut sleeves designed by the famous Peter Saville that mimic the look of computer floppy disks were very expensive to manufacture. They actually lost money for each one. But that’s all part of it. One of the most classic dance songs of the ’80s (and ever since), and the uninterrupted kick drum, hand clapping, Gregorian chorus, it all still sounds good. Listen to the original and check out these songs. 1983 Top of the Pops song below
new order recently announced that they have been added to the lead stars of Primavera Sound in Barcelona and Madrid. by playing with their latest tour mates Pet Shop Boys, Depeche Mode, Blur, Kendrick Lamar, Halsey, Rosalia, Calvin Harris and more.
This month, New Order is in the US for a few shows surrounding their appearance at SXSW on Monday, including Dallas, San Antonio, Houston and New Orleans. All dates are listed below.
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of “Blue Monday,” New Order has made some special merchandise. Including t-shirts, hoodies and code pins.
For New Order songs that are not well known. Please see the band’s list of Best Deep Cuts.
New Order – Tour Dates 2023
March 9 – Dallas, TX – Factory in Deep Ellum.
March 11 – San Antonio, Texas – AT&T Center
March 13 – Austin, Texas – ACL Live @ Moody Theater (SXSW)
March 16 – Houston, Texas – 713 Music Hall
March 18 – New Orleans, LA – Orpheum Theater
June 1 – Barcelona – Primavera Sound
June 8 – Madrid – Primavera Sound
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