18 August 2026

UNCUT dives into JOY DIVISION‘s past. As a new boxset gathers surviving concert
tapes, band members, confidants and fans revisit 10 crucial nights that chart Joy Division’s extraordinary rise, revealing a shadow history that challenges the myths surrounding the group.

Behind the legend lies the true story of Joy Division, one involving Vimto, goat curries, pranking William Burroughs, the unexpected theft of their sandwiches by none other
than an ’80s pop superstar and the overwhelming power of their live shows.

Also in this issue: Jimi Hendrix, The Cramps, Van Morrison, Elliott Smith, Dave Stewart,
Steve Hillage, Syd Barrett, Bonnie Tyler, Glen Hansard, Lee Underwood RIP, Bright Phoebus
and more.

This month’s Free CD, titled TRANSMISSIONS: At The Interzone Of Post Punk
nd New Wave, featuring 15 tracks, by Joy Division, New Order, Echo & The Bunnymen,
The Sound, The Fall, Buzzcocks, Blue Orchids and more.

You can purchase a copy and have it sent to your home. Info HERE.