Artist page · 05/07/2026
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Three studio albums and key live recordings — original vinyl pressings tracked in real-time.
Joy Division stands as a seminal British post-punk band formed in 1978 in Salford. Their catalog includes influential studio albums such as Unknown Pleasures (1979), Closer (1980), and the posthumous Still (1981). The group underwent a sudden end in 1980 following the suicide of lead singer Ian Curtis. Post-breakup, the remaining members formed New Order. The band's unmistakable sound was shaped in collaboration with producer Martin Hannett, whose distinctive production techniques helped forge their atmospheric style.
Their work is well represented on vinyl with multiple pressings, including original Factory Records releases and recent reissues on labels like London Records, Rhino, and Ozit Records.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
NMC Music · 2001
NMC Music · 1999
Factory · 1981
Factory · 1980
Factory · 1979Playlist
The tracks that sum up Joy Division's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Joy Division's debut album, defined by its raw post-punk energy and atmospheric textures, featuring classics like "Disorder" and "She's Lost Control".
The band's second album, released shortly before Ian Curtis's death, includes intricate arrangements with haunting tracks such as "Atrocity Exhibition" and "Isolation".
A posthumous compilation album featuring unreleased tracks and live recordings, issued after Curtis's death with various white label and reissue pressings.
Go further
Artists who share part of Joy Division's musical DNA.
Collectors
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"What’s this sound? What’s this s…?!" — the band’s reaction to Hannett’s production work in the studio.— Band anecdotes
Martin Hannett was pivotal in creating Joy Division's distinct sound, often spending nights manipulating audio and pushing the boundaries of traditional rock production techniques.
The December 18, 1979 concert at Les Bains Douches in Paris was officially recorded, resulting in a live album that captures the raw intensity of Joy Division's performance during their final year.
Original UK vinyl pressings of albums like Unknown Pleasures (FACT 10) and Closer (FACT∙XXV, FACT. 25) remain sought after by collectors with prices ranging widely on secondary markets.
One of the last live recordings from Joy Division was captured during their show in Preston, England, shortly before the band’s dissolution in May 1980.
"Love Will Tear Us Apart remains one of the greatest love songs in rock history."— Cultural perspective
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Official store
T-shirts, posters, accessories and limited editions.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Joy Division was formed in Salford, UK, in early 1978, part of the post-punk movement.
Essential albums include Unknown Pleasures (1979), Closer (1980), and Still (1981), all available in multiple vinyl pressings.
Notable live vinyls include the Les Bains Douches concert from December 1979 and the Preston 1980 show, available as official releases.
Joy Division's records come in LP format, with original and reissue editions including white label, colored vinyl, and gatefold versions.
Original UK pressings of Unknown Pleasures typically have the Factory Records catalog number FACT 10 on vinyl and cover, often priced higher in the market.
Some reissues and live albums from Joy Division can be found in French record stores, with availability varying by city and retailer.
After Ian Curtis's death in 1980, the remaining members formed New Order, continuing their musical journey with a different style.
Joy Division remains popular among vinyl collectors globally, with active listings and sales spanning various pressings and rarities.
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