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I look back on Joy Division very fondly indeed. I know that, of course, the band came to a tragic end, but that does not change the fact that Joy Division was a great band to be a part of.

I've been very grateful and humbled by the fact that young people really dig Joy Division's music. It's a great testament to the chemistry and the songwriting prowess between the four original members.

The thing with Joy Division's music is that each member was playing like a separate line. We hardly ever played together; we all played separately. But when you put it together, it was like the ingredients in a cake.

The reason Joy Division and New Order are as influential and successful as they are is because of the unique playing of all the individuals.

Most people have just heard Joy Division on record. And Joy Division on record was completely different than it was live.

I'm very proud of New Order and Joy Division, that heritage of songs.

Joys divided are increased.

Part of the reason I joined Joy Division was so that I really wouldn't have to grow up.

I was reading an article about Kings of Leon's bass player, who said that he was directly influenced by Joy Division and by me. I was like, 'Woah!' It surprised me. It's a great compliment.

I've made music since I was a kid so I've always gotten joy out of that.