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Peter Hook’s ‘lead bass’ approach spawned a catalog of hits with Joy Division and New Order
By Brian Fox published
One of the most influential bassists of the ‘80s, Peter Hook developed a style marked by open-string drones, and a dark, chorus-drenched tone

Joy Division and New Order hero Peter Hook looks back on his genre-defining legacy
By Nick Wells published
As the respective legacies of Joy Division and New Order grow, year on year, Peter Hook continues to tread his individual path

Iron Maiden, Rage Against the Machine, Soundgarden, The White Stripes lead 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominations
By Jackson Maxwell published
This year's nomination class also includes Joy Division and New Order, Missy Elliott, The Spinners, Willie Nelson and Warren Zevon

Flea: “Basslines take on a different type of melody with a pick”
By Nick Wells published
The Red Hot Chili Pepper explains the origins of his more melodic pick approach

Ian Curtis’s iconic Vox Phantom VI guitar returns to Manchester for major music exhibition
By Matt Owen published
The "Love Will Tear Us Apart" six-string is set to make its first appearance since its sale at auction last year, and its first at a major public display in 30 years

Yamaha Peter Hook BBPH review
By Joel McIver published
Hooky’s new, strictly limited-edition Yamaha BB is a stunning model based on his touring BB734A and legendary BB1200S
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