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Ceremony (New Order song)
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"Ceremony" is a song written by Joy Division, and first released as New Order's debut single in 1981. The track and its B-side, "In a Lonely Place", were recorded as Joy Division prior to the death of Ian Curtis. Both were re-recorded and carried over to Joy Division's re-formation as New Order.
Quick Facts Single by New Order, B-side ...
"Ceremony" | ||||
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![]() Sleeve for first version of 12-inch single, by Peter Saville | ||||
Single by New Order | ||||
B-side | "In a Lonely Place" | |||
Released | January 1981 (1981-01) | |||
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Length | 4:34 (original) 4:23 (re-recorded) | |||
Label | Factory | |||
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Producer(s) | Martin Hannett | |||
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Quick Facts Song by Joy Division, from the album Still ...
"Ceremony" | |
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Song by Joy Division | |
from the album Still | |
Released | 8 October 1981 |
Recorded | 2 May 1980 |
Studio | High Hall, Birmingham University |
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Length | 3:51 |
Label | Factory |
Songwriter(s) | |
Producer(s) | Martin Hannett |
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New Order released the song as a single twice, firstly in January 1981 and secondly in September 1981 featuring new member Gillian Gilbert, with the latter recording later appearing on the album Substance.