Peter Hook ...

a true living legend ...

what can we say that hasn't already been said or displayed ...

honestly, the man (and his band) need no introduction ...

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view these 2026 interviews for more first hand insight:

- Rock Daydream Nation

- Professor of Rock

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• a pioneer of the post-punk genre w/ Joy Division
• one of the first and most influential alternative dance bands (managing to effortlessly fuse their signature sound of post-punk with electronic synth-pop) w/ New Order
• recent inductees into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
• well respected influence of bands such as Suede, Radiohead, REM, and Smashing Pumpkins
• still ferociously touring in 2026 w/ Peter Hook & The Light!

August - September 2026

Band Members

• Peter Hook – lead vocals and bass
• Jack Bates – bass (and Peter Hook's son) 
• David Potts – guitar & vocals (formerly of Monaco)
• Andy Poole – keyboards (formerly of Monaco)
• Paul Kehoe – drums (formerly of Monaco)

limited edition by

@leesawestwood

&

@garage_land

set I

2001 New Order album "Get Ready" in its entirety

set II

included favorites from the Joy Division and New Order catalogs

the vibe

Some of us held these show tickets for over a year. The anticipation mounted exponentially over the months of waiting. As to be expected, we were appropriately fired up upon entry! It was obvious that everyone was thrilled to be there, adorned in their most cherished Joy Division or New Order t-shirts (complimenting one another with kind words or approving head nods). The start time had been repeatedly announced as 8pm, but they actually ran a bit late. This delay only seemed to excite the audience more, pumping the energy meter to vibrational frequencies. As soon as they hit the stage a collective experience of joy filled the Palladium. We were instantly united under the common fandom surrounding such timeless songs. We danced, danced, danced the night away - some bordering on strenuous aerobic exercise.

the teamwork

The band poured SO much sincere passion into playing the music. They offered a renewed twist, while maintaining the original edge. Ultimately we fell in love all over again. Spinning Platters described the performance details perfectly, sharing: "The first thing that struck me was how much more vocally present David Potts was, singing plenty of leads during the Get Ready set. He was killing it. I’ve said in the past that he can give Bernard Sumner a run for his money on guitar, and he damn well proved it again. Hook was in great form as always, alternating between playing the leads and singing. Jack, Hook’s son, holds down the low end when Hook sings, but during a few select moments, they both perform bass leads together to an outstanding effect. Paul Kehoe is a god damn machine on that drum kit, and Martin Rebelski held down the synths with practiced precision. Really, this band is 10/10."

the site specific efforts

Hooky seems quite familiar with L.A. culture, tailoring details to please us, as per:

- his Virgin Mary, short-sleeve, button-down shirt (which some lucky fan caught after he removed it & tossed in into the crowd)

- charmingly greeting us in Spanish with the phrase "Buenas Noches" 

the dedications

Before playing Atmosphere, Peter made a heart-felt dedication to 2 people:

- Ian Curtis

- Dolly Parton

Matt Pinfield

(renowned Mtv host)

introduced the band (sharing his excitement on social media), reflecting on his deep history with Peter Hook's work [noting that he first saw New Order live on their inaugural US tour in 1981 (at City Gardens in Trenton, New Jersey)].

Robert Levon Been

(of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club)

joined the band for Ceremony

*view here

Disorder

Temptation

Love Will Tear Us Apart

Atmosphere

Bizarre Love Triangle

Essential reading for fans of Joy Division and New Order includes first-person memoirs from the band members and deep dives into the Manchester post-punk scene.

• Unknown Pleasures: Inside Joy Division by Peter Hook (The bassist offers a gritty, funny, and direct backstage account of Joy Division's rise and internal dynamics.)
• Substance: Inside New Order by Peter Hook (Continuing where his first memoir left off, Hook details the transition into New Order and the chaos of the Haçienda club years.)
• Chapter and Verse: New Order, Joy Division and Me by Bernard Sumner (The guitarist and singer shares his rare perspective on growing up in Manchester, forming the bands, and creating electronic-dance anthems.)
• Joy Division + New Order: Decades by John Aizlewood (A comprehensive illustrated history and studio album breakdown spanning both musical eras.)
• Touching From a Distance by Deborah Curtis (A poignant biography of frontman Ian Curtis written by his widow.)
• This Searing Light, the Sun and Everything Else by Jon Savage (An oral history featuring interviews with those who were closest to Joy Division.)