Joy Division - Unknown Pleasures - 8621
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Unknown Pleasures is the debut studio album by English post-punk band Joy Division, released on 15 June 1979 on Factory Records. It was produced by Martin Hannett and recorded at Strawberry Studios in Stockport over a period of two months.
The album was a commercial success, peaking at number 71 on the UK Albums Chart.
Unknown Pleasures is considered to be one of the most influential albums of the post-punk era. It has been cited as an inspiration by many bands, including The Cure, New Order, and Radiohead.
The album's cover art is a black and white image of an astrophysical diagram of radio waves emitted by the pulsar PSR B1919+21, which is known as the first pulsar to be discovered. The image was chosen by Joy Division vocalist Ian Curtis, who was interested in astronomy and space exploration.
The album's music is characterized by its dark, atmospheric sound and Curtis's introspective lyrics. Some of the album's most notable songs include "Disorder", "Shadowplay", and "She's Lost Control".
Unknown Pleasures is a landmark album in the history of rock music. It is a powerful and influential album that continues to inspire and challenge listeners today.
