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Ian Curtis Passing Anniversary

by Mac Wilson

May 18, 2024

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Singer Ian Curtis on stage in 1980 with Joy Division
Singer Ian Curtis on stage in 1980 with Joy DivisionRob Verhorst/Redferns via NPR

This week on Teenage Kicks, we will be honoring Ian Curtis, the English singer, songwriter and musician best known as a lead singer of post-punk band Joy Division. Ian Curtis passed away today in 1980. 

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