New Order (band)

New Order
Company type	Band
Industry	Music
Founded	1980
Founder	Bernard Sumner, Peter Hook, Stephen Morris
Headquarters	Salford, England
Products	Rock music, electronic dance music

New Order is a rock group from England, originating in Salford in 1980. The band was founded by vocalist and guitarist Bernard Sumner, bassist Peter Hook, and drummer Stephen Morris, with keyboardist Gillian Gilbert joining shortly thereafter. Sumner, Hook, and Morris had previously been part of Joy Division, which dissolved earlier that year following the death of lead singer Ian Curtis. Their fusion of post-punk elements with electronic dance music positioned them as a prominent and influential act throughout the 1980s.

They emerged as the premier group for the Manchester-based independent label Factory Records and its associated nightclub, The Haçienda. Their longstanding partnership with graphic designer Peter Saville contributed to their unique album cover designs.

Initially, New Order was often seen in the shadow of Joy Division’s legacy. However, they embraced dance beats and electronic sounds inspired by the early 1980s New York club scene. Their 1983 track "Blue Monday" became the highest-selling 12-inch single ever and a staple in clubs worldwide. Notable albums from their 1980s output include Power, Corruption & Lies (1983), Technique (1989), along with the singles collection Substance (1987). The band disbanded in 1993 to explore solo ventures but reunited five years later in 1998. Since then, they have undergone lineup changes, most significantly with Hook’s exit in 2007 due to personal conflicts. Their tenth studio release, Music Complete, appeared in 2015. In 2023, both Joy Division and New Order were nominated together for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Origins and formation: 1977–1980

From 1977 until 1980, Ian Curtis, Peter Hook, Stephen Morris, and Bernard Sumner comprised the post-punk band Joy Division, which was heavily influenced by producer Martin Hannett. Curtis tragically died by suicide on 18 May 1980, shortly before Joy Division's inaugural North American tour and the launch of their second album, Closer.

Prior to Curtis’s passing, the band had agreed that if any member left or died, they would no longer perform under the name Joy Division. The three surviving members opted to continue making music under a new identity. In the summer of 1980, they recorded demos including "Haystack," featuring vocalist Kevin Hewick—who was introduced by Factory Records co-founder Tony Wilson. Their first live performance as a trio took place on 29 July 1980 at Manchester’s Beach Club. Band manager Rob Gretton discovered the name New Order from a newspaper article titled "The New Order of Kampuchean Rebels." Other potential names considered were The Witch Doctors of Zimbabwe. The group clarified that their chosen name was not intended to evoke associations with Nazism or fascism.

In early autumn 1980, New Order toured the United States with Sumner, Morris, and Hook each taking turns on lead vocals; Sumner eventually assumed frontman duties despite initial vocal difficulties. During this tour, they recorded two former Joy Division tracks—"Ceremony" and "In a Lonely Place"—which were released as New Order’s debut single in January 1981.

To complete their lineup with a compatible musician, manager Gretton suggested Morris's partner Gillian Gilbert join as keyboardist and guitarist; she became part of the band in October 1980. Gilbert made her live debut with New Order at Manchester’s Squat venue on 25 October 1980. As a four-piece ensemble, they re-recorded "Ceremony," issuing it as a twelve-inch single in September 1981.

Movement: 1981–1982

The initial commercial offering from New Order was the single "Ceremony", accompanied by "In a Lonely Place", both penned shortly before Ian Curtis's death. Their first album, Movement (released November 1981), maintained a dark, melodic tone reminiscent of their earlier sound but incorporated greater use of synthesizers. The band viewed this era as challenging, still grappling with the impact of Curtis's passing. Hook highlighted that a major advantage of these sessions was gaining knowledge from producer Martin Hannett on utilizing a mixing board, which allowed them to handle production independently in the future. More recently, Hook praised Movement as a "fantastic record" considering the circumstances.^[1]

During 1981, New Order traveled to New York City where they absorbed influences from post-disco, freestyle, and electro genres. To boost their morale, they embraced Italian disco, while Morris enhanced his abilities in drum programming. The follow-up singles, "Everything's Gone Green" and "Temptation", signaled a transition towards dance-oriented music and coincided with Hannett’s departure; he abandoned mixing "Everything's Gone Green", prompting the band to self-produce "Temptation".^[2]

In May 1982, Factory Records inaugurated The Haçienda, a Manchester nightclub largely financed by New Order and designated catalogue number FAC51. This pioneering UK superclub debuted with an almost 23-minute instrumental initially named "Prime 5 8 6", later released as "Video 5 8 6". Primarily composed by Sumner and Morris, the piece featured rhythmic components that anticipated future hits such as "Blue Monday" and "Ultraviolence".^[3]

Power, Corruption & Lies: 1983–1984

New Order’s sophomore album, Power, Corruption & Lies, launched in May 1983, combined their Joy Division post-punk heritage with emerging synth-pop and early techno sounds influenced by artists like Kraftwerk and Giorgio Moroder. The electronically sequenced single "Blue Monday", drawing inspiration from Klein + M.B.O. and Sylvester, became the UK’s highest-selling independent 12-inch single, although it was omitted from the original album tracklist except on certain cassette and North American CD versions. It was later included in the 2008 collector’s edition.

The 1983 release "Confusion" established New Order as pioneers within dance music. In 1984, they followed with the synthesized track "Thieves Like Us" and then the guitar-centric "Murder", which echoed the style found on "Ecstasy" from Power, Corruption & Lies.

Low-Life, Brotherhood, and Substance: 1985–1987

The 1985 album Low-Life polished New Order’s blend of guitar-driven and electronic elements, featuring notable tracks like "The Perfect Kiss", accompanied by a video directed by Jonathan Demme, and "Sub-culture". In 1986, they contributed "Shellshock" to the soundtrack of Pretty in Pink under A&M Records. That summer, New Order headlined Manchester’s Festival of the Tenth Summer alongside bands such as The Smiths and The Fall.

Brotherhood (1986) separated their electronic influences from their rock sounds across different sides of the album. It featured "Bizarre Love Triangle", which reached the Top 20 in Australia and New Zealand, along with "Angel Dust", combining synth breakbeats with guitar effects. During a North American tour supporting Echo & the Bunnymen in 1987, they released the compilation Substance, which assembled their key 12-inch singles on CD for the first time. This collection included new versions of "Temptation" and "Confusion", plus the successful single "True Faith", which became their first American top 40 hit supported by a surreal MTV video. Its B-side "1963" was subsequently issued as a standalone single featuring updated arrangements.

In December 1987, New Order unveiled "Touched by the Hand of God", accompanied by a video directed by Kathryn Bigelow that satirized glam metal. Recorded for the movie Salvation!, it peaked at number 20 on the UK Singles Chart and topped the UK Independent Singles Chart but only appeared on an album later within the 1994 compilation The Best of New Order.

Technique, Republic and initial disbandment: 1988–1993

By the late 1980s, New Order's sound was significantly shaped by the Balearic vibes originating from Ibiza, a direction evident in their album Technique. This record, partially produced at Mediterranean Sound studios on Ibiza, was released in February 1989 and immediately topped the UK charts. It fused acid house elements—particularly noticeable in "Fine Time"—with classic rock influences found in tracks like "Run 2". The album presented a lively musical atmosphere paired with emotionally charged lyrics. During the summer of 1989, New Order supported Technique by embarking on a North American tour alongside Public Image Ltd, Throwing Muses, and the Sugarcubes as part of the "Monsters of Alternative Rock" tour. Concurrently, members engaged in various side ventures: Sumner collaborated with Johnny Marr to form Electronic, Hook contributed to Revenge, while Morris and Gilbert focused on creating television theme music. In 1991, the band resolved an out-of-court dispute concerning similarities between the guitar solo in "Run 2" and John Denver's "Leaving on a Jet Plane", resulting in shared songwriting acknowledgment.

In 1990, under the moniker EnglandNewOrder, New Order recorded "World in Motion", serving as the official anthem for England's campaign at the 1990 FIFA World Cup. Co-written with comedian Keith Allen, this track became their sole UK number one single. The Football Association rejected the initial title "E for England" due to its perceived allusion to ecstasy and the Hacienda nightclub culture. Featuring chants from England players and a rap performed by footballer John Barnes, the song was produced by Stephen Hague—who would also produce their subsequent album—and represented a peak in their commercial success.

Their next studio effort, Republic (1993), arrived following Factory Records' financial collapse in 1992. Notably, New Order retained ownership of all their recordings since they never signed an official contract with Factory—a circumstance that impeded London Records' attempt to acquire Factory's catalog. After Factory's demise, New Order secured a deal with London Records; simultaneously, Morris and Gilbert signed separately for their side project the Other Two. Republic yielded singles such as "Regret"—their highest-charting single in the United States—along with "Ruined in a Day", "World", and "Spooky".

Following the promotion of Republic, New Order paused group activities to concentrate on individual projects; notably, the Other Two released their debut album in 1993. In 1994, New Order compiled The Best of New Order, which gathered singles released after Substance alongside selections like "Vanishing Point" from Technique, "The Perfect Kiss", "Thieves Like Us", "Shellshock", plus remixed versions of prominent tracks. To support this compilation, updated singles of "True Faith" and "1963"—the latter produced by Arthur Baker—were issued. The US version of this collection featured a distinct tracklist compared to its UK counterpart. Subsequently, they released the remix album The Rest of New Order, encompassing both new and previously released mixes; certain editions included an additional disc dedicated to remixes of "Blue Monday", which was also reissued as a single to promote this release.

Reunion and Get Ready: 1998–2003

Prompted by Rob Gretton in 1998, the band came back together after almost five years apart. Sumner mentioned that they settled any past disputes before deciding to perform again. Initially set to appear at the Phoenix Festival, their reunion show was relocated to the Reading Festival after Phoenix was canceled. During this period, New Order incorporated Joy Division tracks alongside some of their less common songs into their sets.

The 2001 release Get Ready marked a shift from their electronic roots toward a more guitar-centric sound, aligning with the band’s interest in revisiting that style. Billy Corgan from the Smashing Pumpkins contributed guitar and backing vocals on "Turn My Way" and joined them briefly on tour. Phil Cunningham, previously with Marion, became a live member, filling in for Gilbert who stepped back to prioritize family life. Bobby Gillespie of Primal Scream appeared on the track "Rock the Shack". Notable singles from this era included "Crystal", "60 Miles an Hour", and "Someone Like You".

In 2002, New Order released "Here to Stay", produced by the Chemical Brothers, which featured on the soundtrack for 24 Hour Party People, a film depicting Factory Records' history and the band's story. The single’s music video incorporated footage from this movie.

That same year, Q recognized New Order as one of the "50 Bands to See Before You Die", placing them within a subgroup titled "5 Bands That Could Go Either Way".

Waiting for the Sirens' Call, Singles, and subsequent hiatus: 2004–2007

On 27 March 2005, New Order unveiled Waiting for the Sirens' Call, their first album featuring Phil Cunningham as an official member following Gillian Gilbert’s departure to focus on family matters. Key singles included "Krafty", "Jetstream"—featuring Ana Matronic from Scissor Sisters—and the album’s title track. At the 2005 NME Awards, both New Order and Joy Division were honored with the "Godlike Geniuses" lifetime achievement award. In 2006, "Guilt Is a Useless Emotion" earned a nomination for the Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording.

Later in 2005, the band released Singles, a two-disc compilation updating their earlier Substance collection. Unlike Substance, which emphasized 12-inch versions, Singles showcased 7-inch edits, many of which were making their debut on CD. This release was accompanied by a two-disc DVD set called Item, featuring the extended UK documentary NewOrderStory, all official music videos by New Order, plus new visuals for "Temptation '87" and "Ceremony".

The 2006 DVD release New Order: Live in Glasgow documented an 18-song concert at Glasgow Academy, including four Joy Division numbers, along with bonus archival footage from 1980s performances at Glastonbury and international venues.

Throughout 2006, New Order performed selected shows and brief tours across the UK, Brazil, and Argentina. After their November concert in Buenos Aires, Peter Hook indicated his intention to stop touring with the band. In May 2007, Hook publicly stated he was no longer collaborating with Bernard Sumner. Despite this announcement, NewOrderOnline—supported by management—refuted claims of a split, asserting that Hook’s exit did not signify the end of New Order. Nonetheless, Sumner disclosed in 2009 his decision not to continue creating music under the New Order name.

Reunion with refreshed line-up, Lost Sirens and Music Complete: 2011–2016

In September 2011, New Order revealed plans for concerts at Brussels' Ancienne Belgique on 17 October and Paris' Bataclan on 18 October. This iteration of the group saw keyboardist Gillian Gilbert rejoin after a ten-year hiatus, with Bad Lieutenant bassist Tom Chapman stepping in for Peter Hook. Additional performances took place in London and South America during December, culminating in the release of the live album Live at the London Troxy, featuring their show on 10 December 2011 in London.

Throughout 2012, the band embarked on an extensive tour that included stops in New Zealand and Australia early in the year, as well as various festival appearances. Notably, they performed at London's Hyde Park alongside acts such as Blur and the Specials during the closing ceremony of the 2012 Summer Olympics.

In January 2013, the UK saw the release of Lost Sirens, an eight-track compilation of unreleased material from the Waiting for the Sirens' Call recording sessions. Its launch was postponed due to copyright disagreements involving former member Peter Hook.

March 2014 marked New Order's introduction of "Singularity," their first new composition since their last album sessions, debuted at Lollapalooza Chile. The band toured North America in July of that year, unveiling another new song titled "Plastic." On 2 September 2014, they signed with Mute Records, although their earlier catalogue remained under Warner Music.

September 2015 brought the release of Music Complete, New Order's first studio album produced without Peter Hook. The band primarily handled production themselves, with Tom Rowlands producing "Singularity" and "Unlearn This Hatred," while Stuart Price provided additional production on "Superheated."

In May 2016, they followed up with Complete Music, a remix album offering extended and reimagined versions of tracks from Music Complete.

In November 2015, Peter Hook initiated legal action against Bernard Sumner, Stephen Morris, and Gillian Gilbert concerning royalty payments. It emerged that the trio had established a company generating £7.8 million over four years, whereas Hook received only a small portion. The court recognized a plausible claim that Hook had been undercompensated but recommended settling out of court to avoid legal expenses estimated at £900,000. A comprehensive settlement was reached and announced on 20 September 2017.

Touring and recent activities: 2017–present

On 13 July 2017, New Order performed at the Manchester International Festival in collaboration with artist Liam Gillick. This partnership was later released as a live album in July 2019 titled Σ(No,12k,Lg,17Mif) New Order + Liam Gillick: So it goes.. (Live at MIF). The project also featured in the documentary New Order: Decades, directed by Mike Christie and broadcast on Sky Arts and Showtime.

The band commenced their North American tour on August 23, 2018, beginning at the Palace Theatre in St. Paul, Minnesota. The itinerary included stops in Cleveland, Washington, D.C., Toronto, Long Beach, and Hawaii. Additionally, they performed in Santiago, Chile in November.

In January 2020, New Order held a four-night residency at The Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater in Florida. The following month, they announced a co-headlining North American tour with the Pet Shop Boys, accompanied by a UK concert scheduled for October 10 at The O2; however, these events were postponed to 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

September 2020 witnessed the release of "Be a Rebel," their first single in five years. Its music video, directed by NYSU, premiered on YouTube in December.

February 2021 saw New Order announce a live album and concert film capturing their 2018 performance at Alexandra Palace. Directed by Mike Christie and titled Education Entertainment Recreation (Live at Alexandra Palace), it was released on 7 May.

The Unity Tour with the Pet Shop Boys launched on 17 September 2022, encompassing thirteen dates across the United States and Canada.

Their UK and European tour for 2023 began on 21 September.

New Order’s ongoing tour for 2025 started on 25 February, featuring nine shows across Japan—joined by Mark Reeder and special guest Denki Groove—Australia with Juno Mamba and DJ TinTin, as well as dates in the United States.

Additional Endeavors

In 1988, Bernard Sumner joined forces with ex-Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr to establish the band Electronic, which also included Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe from the Pet Shop Boys. Electronic's 1996 album Raise the Pressure featured contributions from Karl Bartos, formerly of Kraftwerk. Their third release, Twisted Tenderness, came out in 1999 before the group eventually dissolved.

June 2009 saw Sumner initiate Bad Lieutenant alongside Phil Cunningham and Jake Evans. Their debut album, Never Cry Another Tear, was launched on 5 October 2009 and included performances by Stephen Morris, Jack Mitchell, Tom Chapman, and Alex James. For live shows, Morris and Chapman were part of the touring ensemble.

Throughout the 1990s, Peter Hook engaged in various musical ventures. Although he recorded with Killing Joke, he did not officially join them. In 1995, he toured with the Durutti Column and also worked with Revenge and Monaco, where he took on roles as bassist, keyboardist, and lead singer. Monaco scored a club and alternative radio hit in 1997 with "What Do You Want From Me?". Between 2007 and 2010, Hook co-founded Freebass with Mani of the Stone Roses and Andy Rourke of the Smiths. He contributed to Perry Farrell's Satellite Party project and currently performs live with Peter Hook and the Light, playing entire albums from both Joy Division and New Order.

In 1990, Gillian Gilbert teamed up with Stephen Morris to form The Other Two, releasing singles along with two albums: The Other Two & You (1993) and Super Highways (1999). Their work includes composing television soundtracks such as for the series Making Out, as well as remixing tracks for Nine Inch Nails' Year Zero Remixed in 2007.

BeMusic

The name "BeMusic" served as the band's publishing entity and was also used for producing recordings by other artists between 1982 and 1985. The Movement album label displayed "B Music" using an italicized ß symbol to represent the letter B.

Peter Hook's production of Stockholm Monsters in 1982 marked BeMusic's initial credit. Additional associated acts encompassed 52nd Street, Section 25, Marcel King, Quando Quango, Paul Haig, Thick Pigeon, Nyam Nyam, and Life.

BeMusic's production catalog was later compiled into two CDs released by LTM Recordings: Cool As Ice: The BeMusic Productions and Twice As Nice. These collections also featured productions by Donald Johnson of A Certain Ratio and Arthur Baker.

Musical Influences and Style

New Order is widely acknowledged for integrating rock elements with dance music styles, as demonstrated in songs like "Temptation" (1982), "Blue Monday" (1983), and "True Faith" (1987). AllMusic identifies them as pioneers of "alternative dance," merging post-punk sensibilities with synth-pop inspired by Kraftwerk. Critics have described their sound using terms such as synth-pop, post-punk, alternative rock, new wave, dance-rock, electronic rock, and electronica.

Their early inspirations included artists like Neil Young, David Bowie, and Iggy Pop. Peter Hook has credited German electronic pioneers Kraftwerk, the Giorgio Moroder-produced Donna Summer track "I Feel Love", and American band Sparks for motivating their transition from post-punk toward synthesizer-based music beginning in 1982. Bernard Sumner also acknowledged English electronic groups including Cabaret Voltaire, the Human League, and Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark as influential to his songwriting approach.

Drummer Stephen Morris utilized a combination of acoustic drums alongside electronic percussion. On stage, band members frequently swapped instruments during performances—a practice captured in Jonathan Demme's video for "The Perfect Kiss" as well as concert recordings such as Taras Shevchenko (New York, 1981) and Pumped Full of Drugs (Tokyo, 1985). Sumner alternated between guitar, keyboards, melodica, cowbell, and bass guitar; Gilbert moved between keyboards and guitar; Morris transitioned between drums and keyboards; Hook switched from bass guitar to electronic drums. Some early concerts concluded with sequencers and drum machines finishing off the final track "Temptation" after the musicians had exited the stage.

Cover artwork

The vast majority of New Order's releases showcase unique packaging crafted by Peter Saville, who served as the band's art director. Their record covers broke away from typical 1980s norms by seldom featuring images of the band members (with the exception of Low-Life) or including straightforward information such as the band name or album title. Often, song titles were concealed within the design—appearing directly on the vinyl ("Blue Monday"), tucked into subtle sections of the inner sleeve ("The Perfect Kiss"), or encoded through a mysterious color scheme devised by Saville (Power, Corruption & Lies). Saville’s goal was to present the band as a "mass-produced secret," employing minimalist visuals that enabled fans to recognize releases without explicit labels. He frequently bypassed both band and label approval by sending artwork straight to the printers. The 1983 album Power, Corruption & Lies was honored as one of ten iconic British album covers featured on UK postage stamps issued by the Royal Mail.

Legacy

New Order’s influence spans across multiple genres, including techno, rock, and pop, inspiring artists like Moby, The Killers, and The xx. Their tracks have been extensively covered, with Orgy’s rendition of "Blue Monday" standing out among numerous tribute compilations.

The band has been dramatized in films such as 24 Hour Party People (2002) and Control (2007). Michael Winterbottom’s 24 Hour Party People portrays the ascent and decline of Factory Records through its founder Tony Wilson (played by Steve Coogan), incorporating portrayals of manager Rob Gretton and designer Peter Saville. The movie’s soundtrack includes New Order songs like "Here to Stay" and a cover of "New Dawn Fades" featuring Moby. Anton Corbijn’s Control centers on Ian Curtis’ life from Joy Division's formation until his death; although New Order members appear, the band itself is only subtly referenced in the closing scene. New Order also contributed original incidental music to this film’s score.

Reputation

Following their origins in Joy Division, New Order emerged as one of Factory Records’ most commercially successful acts—a label overseen by Granada TV personality Tony Wilson. They collaborated with Factory Records to fund Manchester’s iconic club The Haçienda. In 2009, synth-pop artist Phil Oakey remarked on New Order’s enduring cult status: "If you want to make a lot of money out of pop, be number 3 a lot. Like New Order did."

Awards and nominations

Present lineup

Bernard Sumner – vocals (lead), guitar, keyboards, programming, melodica (1980–1993, 1998–2007, 2011–present)
Stephen Morris – drums, acoustic and electronic percussion, keyboards, programming (1980–1993, 1998–2007, 2011–present)
Gillian Gilbert – keyboards, guitar, programming, occasional vocals (1980–1993, 1998–2001, 2011–present)
Phil Cunningham – guitar, keyboards, electronic percussion, programming (2001–2007, 2011–present)
Tom Chapman – bass guitar, keyboards, backing vocals (2011–present)

Previous members

Peter Hook – bass guitar, electronic percussion, backing and occasional lead vocals (1980–1993, 1998–2007)
Billy Corgan – keyboards, guitar, backing vocals; lead vocals on "Turn My Way" (2001; touring)

Discography

Movement (1981)
Power, Corruption & Lies (1983)
Low-Life (1985)
Brotherhood (1986)
Technique (1989)
Republic (1993)
Get Ready (2001)
Waiting for the Sirens' Call (2005)
Lost Sirens (2013)
Music Complete (2015)

Sources

Flowers, Claude (1995). New Order + Joy Division: Dreams Never End. London: Omnibus Press. ISBN 0-7119-4308-7.
Johnson, Mark (1984). An Ideal For Living: An History Of Joy Division. London: Bobcat Books.
Middles, Mick (1996). From Joy Division to New Order: The Factory Story. London: Virgin Books. ISBN 0-7535-0041-8.
Reynolds, Simon (2005). Rip It Up and Start Again: Postpunk 1978–1984. Penguin. ISBN 0-14-303672-6.

External links

New Order Online – official fan website endorsed by the band

Year	Award	Work	Category
1983	NME Awards	Power, Corruption & Lies	Best Dressed Sleeve
		"Blue Monday"	Best Single
		Themselves	Best Group
1988	Brit Awards	"True Faith"	Best British Video
1988	Pollstar Concert Industry Awards	Themselves	Most Creative Stage Production
1990	Pollstar Concert Industry Awards	Themselves	Most Creative Stage Production
1991	Ivor Novello Awards	"World in Motion"	Best Selling A Side
1993	Mercury Prize	Republic	Album of the Year
	Billboard Music Awards	Themselves	Top Modern Rock Tracks Artist
	Billboard Music Awards	"Regret"	Top Modern Rock Track
1994	Brit Awards		British Single of the Year
	Brit Awards		Brit Award for British Video of the Year
	International Dance Music Awards		Best Alternative 12"
	D&AD Awards	"World (The Price of Love)"	Pop Promo Video
1999	Q Awards	Themselves	Q Inspiration Award
2000	ASCAP Pop Music Awards	"Blue Monday"	Most Performed Song
2001	Q Awards	"Crystal"	Best Single
2001	Žebřík Music Awards	Themselves	Best International Surprise
2005	NME Awards	Themselves	Godlike Genius Award
2006	Grammy Awards	"Guilt is a Useless Emotion"	Best Dance Recording
2006	MTV VMAJ	"Krafty"	Best Dance Video
2012	UK Festival Awards	Themselves	Headliner of the Year
2012	Artrocker Awards		Legend Award
2015	Q Awards		Q Outstanding Contribution To Music
	Q Awards	"Restless"	Best Track
	Best Art Vinyl	'Music Complete'	'Best Art Vinyl'
'2016'	'International Dance Music Awards'	'Plastic'	'Best Alternative/Rock Dance Track'
'2019'	'Silver Clef Awards'	'Bernard Sumner'	'Outstanding Achievement Award'
'2024'	'Rolling Stone UK Awards'	'Themselves'	'The Icon Award'

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