Seventh heaven beckons with this album review of Low-Life by New Order. Review Number: 7Review Date: 13 May 2025 Album: Low-LifeArtist: New OrderCountry: EnglandRelease Date: 1985Genres: Synth-Pop, Dance-Pop “Let’s go out and have some fun.” Not a small step for a band, but a giant leap for Mancunians. Just as New Order’s second album Power, […]
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Power, Corruption & Lies
It’s an anniversary to celebrate with this sixth album review. A brief summary of Power, Corruption & Lies by New Order. Review Number: 6Review Date: 29 May 2023 Album: Power, Corruption & LiesArtist: New OrderCountry: EnglandRelease Date: 1983Genres: Synth-Pop, New Wave “When a new life turns towards you, and the night becomes a day.” There […]
Movement
With an anniversary to consider, here’s my fifth album review. My tastes cover all genres and time periods, but few albums can last the ravages of time and retain their power. This time it’s a look at Movement by New Order. Review Number: 5Review Date: 28 November 2021 Album: MovementArtist: New OrderCountry: EnglandRelease Date: 1981Genres: […]
Still
After a lengthy break, this is my fourth album review. My tastes cover all genres and time periods, but few albums can last the ravages of time and retain their power. This time it’s a look at Still by Joy Division. Review Number: 4Review Date: 15 September 2019 Album: StillArtist: Joy DivisionCountry: EnglandRelease Date: 1981Genres: […]
Ten Forgotten Albums
Forgotten, but by whom? Not by me and maybe not by you if you’re a music aficionado. Anyway, here are ten great albums that are worth a listen if you like to discover something new (or jog your memory). They’re in chronological order and standout tracks are on offer to whet your appetite. 1971: The […]
Closer
This is the third in a series of music reviews. The focus will be on new releases or classic albums that I still listen to and enjoy today. My taste in music covers all genres and time periods, but few albums can last the ravages of time and retain their potency and magic. Review Number: […]
The Big Dream
The second in a series of album reviews. The focus will be on new releases or classic albums that I still listen to and enjoy today. My taste in music covers all genres and time periods, but few albums can last the ravages of time and retain their potency and magic. Review Number: 2Review Date: […]
Unknown Pleasures
This is the first in a series of music reviews. The focus will be on new releases or classic albums that I still listen to and enjoy today. My taste in music covers all genres and time periods, but few albums can last the ravages of time and retain their potency and magic. Review Number: […]