Control

Joy Division is a band that I learned to appreciate more over time...introduced to them as I was through their progeny New Order (listen to Joy Division's bass lines to hear the family line). JD's lead singer Ian Curtis was one of those flashes whose influence extends far beyond his ministry (just think interpolarcadefirebrokensocialscenebravery). The photographer turned director Anton Corbijn, who I know best for his work on U2's Joshua Tree album cover, is said to have a fine job directing the portrayal of Curtis' life. Having seen two terrific rock movies in the past two years (loudQUIETloud and About A Son) I'm looking forward to seeing Control.

Written while groovin' to Day Of The Lords from the album “Unknown Pleasure” by Joy Division