Peter Hook and the Light
Peter Hook and the Light don’t just revisit the Joy Division and New Order songbooks—they make them feel urgent again. Hook’s basslines are instantly recognizable, but what’s striking is how he leans into the rawness of these tracks, stripping away nostalgia in favor of something more immediate. The setlists are deep dives, not greatest hits parades, so you’re just as likely to hear a B-side as you are “Love Will Tear Us Apart.” The crowd skews older, but there’s a sense of discovery in the room, especially when Hook’s son Jack takes the mic for the New Order numbers. If you’ve ever wanted to hear these songs played with the kind of intensity that first made them legendary, this is as close as you’ll get. It’s not a tribute—it’s a reclamation, and it’s worth your night.