New Order – Low-life (E/E) – LP, EU 2009

Low-life is an LP by New Order from 2009 released on the London Records, Rhino Records label.

About this album

Low-life is a pivotal New Order album, sharpening the band’s post-punk roots into sleek electronic rock without losing emotional weight. Released in 1985, it followed the breakthrough success of Power, Corruption & Lies and deepened the group’s fusion of guitar, synths and club-driven rhythm. The record moves between taut anthems and reflective, atmospheric pieces, with highlights such as Love Vigilantes and The Perfect Kiss showing both their melodic instinct and studio precision. Widely regarded as one of New Order’s defining statements, Low-life helped cement their reputation as one of the most inventive bands of the 1980s, bridging indie credibility and dancefloor appeal.

Genre: Pop & Rock

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