Saturday, 18 May 2013

This Week in Music History - May 18

The Death of Ian Curtis - 18th May 1980

Ian Curtis is best known for being the frontman, singer and songwriter for the iconic post-punk band Joy Division.  He was the face of a generation and genre, and is seen as one of the greatest musicians the country has ever seen.
On the 18th May 1980 (33 years ago today), he hanged himself in the kitchen of his home in Macclesfield after trying to talk his wife into staying with him.
His lyrics and melodies captured the hearts of millions, and are unlikely ever to be forgotten.

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