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New Order

New Order

new wave, post-punk, synth-pop

United Kingdom Est. 1980

"A driving pulse underpins shimmering synth layers, creating an exhilarating tension that compels movement while evoking introspective reflection."

Quick Start

A good place to start with New Order is…

Power, Corruption & Lies

Power, Corruption & Lies

1983
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Career Arc

New Order's discography from 1981 to 2016

1981 1998 2016
Movement (1981) Everything's Gone Green (1981) Ceremony (1981) 1981–1982 (1982) Temptation (1982) Power, Corruption & Lies (1983) Taras Shevchenko (1983) Confusion (1983) Blue Monday / The Beach (1983) Murder (1984) Thieves Like Us (1984) Low-Life (1985) Sub-Culture (1985) The Perfect Kiss (1985) Brotherhood (1986) Bizarre Love Triangle (1986) State of the Nation (1986) Shellshock (1986) Substance 1987 (1987) The Peel Sessions (1987)
New Order reshaped the landscape of music in the 1980s by merging post-punk sensibilities with electronic dance elements, forging a sound that became foundational for both indie and club scenes.
New Order reshaped the landscape of music in the 1980s by merging post-punk sensibilities with electronic dance elements, forging a sound that became foundational for both indie and club scenes. Their ability to blend emotive songwriting with pulsating beats not only redefined how alternative music could be experienced but also opened doors for future generations of artists to explore the intersection of introspection and danceability, creating spaces where emotional depth and physical movement coexist. Their innovative approach lies in their integration of synthesizers and drum machines with traditional instrumentation, crafting tracks that are as much about rhythmic exploration as they are about lyrical nuance. This duality allows their music to function both on the dance floor and in more intimate listening environments, inviting audiences to engage with it in diverse ways. Their use of technology not just as a tool, but as a core element of their identity, shifted expectations of what a band could do creatively. Lyrically, New Order often explores themes of love, loss, and longing, delivered through a voice that oscillates between introspective melancholy and an irresistible urge to dance. Their storytelling is impressionistic, painting emotions through evocative imagery rather than straightforward narratives, creating a rich tapestry of feelings that resonate deeply. The tone is often marked by a sense of irony, juxtaposing upbeat melodies with reflective lyrics that invite listeners to ponder while they move.

Full discography

New Order's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

62 releases • 25 albums • 2 EPS • 1981–2016
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EPs ()

The Peel Sessions album by New Order

The Peel Sessions

1987

1981–1982 album by New Order

1981–1982

1982

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Tutti Frutti album by New Order

Tutti Frutti

2015

Plastic album by New Order

Plastic

2015

Restless album by New Order

Restless

2015

Guilt Is a Useless Emotion album by New Order

Guilt Is a Useless Emotion

2005

Jetstream album by New Order

Jetstream

2005

Krafty album by New Order

Krafty

2005

Here to Stay album by New Order

Here to Stay

2002

Someone like You album by New Order

Someone like You

2001

60 Miles an Hour album by New Order

60 Miles an Hour

2001

Crystal album by New Order

Crystal

2001

Video 5 8 6 album by New Order

Video 5 8 6

1997

Spooky album by New Order

Spooky

1993

World (The Price of Love) album by New Order

World (The Price of Love)

1993

Ruined in a Day album by New Order

Ruined in a Day

1993

Regret album by New Order

Regret

1993

World in Motion album by New Order

World in Motion

1990

Run 2 album by New Order

Run 2

1989

Round & Round album by New Order

Round & Round

1989

Fine Time album by New Order

Fine Time

1988

Blue Monday 1988 album by New Order

Blue Monday 1988

1988

Touched by the Hand of God album by New Order

Touched by the Hand of God

1987

True Faith album by New Order

True Faith

1987

1963 album by New Order

1963

1987

Bizarre Love Triangle album by New Order

Bizarre Love Triangle

1986

State of the Nation album by New Order

State of the Nation

1986

Shellshock album by New Order

Shellshock

1986

Sub-Culture album by New Order

Sub-Culture

1985

The Perfect Kiss album by New Order

The Perfect Kiss

1985

Murder album by New Order

Murder

1984

Thieves Like Us album by New Order

Thieves Like Us

1984

Confusion album by New Order

Confusion

1983

Blue Monday / The Beach album by New Order

Blue Monday / The Beach

1983

Temptation album by New Order

Temptation

1982

Everything's Gone Green album by New Order

Everything's Gone Green

1981

Ceremony album by New Order

Ceremony

1981

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does New Order sound like?

A driving pulse underpins shimmering synth layers, creating an exhilarating tension that compels movement while evoking introspective reflection. Rooted in new wave and synth-pop. Start with Substance 1987.

What is the best New Order album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Substance 1987" (1987). It's the most representative of what makes New Order worth hearing.

Who is New Order for?

If you're into new wave and synth-pop, New Order is worth your time. A driving pulse underpins shimmering synth layers, creating an exhilarating tension that compels movement while evoking introspective reflection.

How many albums does New Order have?

New Order has 62 releases in their discography, including 25 albums and 2 EPs.

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