Movement — 1981

A transitional debut still shadowed by Joy Division. Atmospheric and acclaimed. A starting point. First in our ranking of New Order's work, and the natural place to start.

On vinyl: '80s originals are plentiful and usually affordable; reissues tend to be cleaner but pricier.

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