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Factory Records legends Section 25 release new Invicta EP

The English Post-Punk band, Section 25 has a rich history in musical lore. Signed to the legendary Factory Records, their 1980 debut was produced by Joy Division frontman Ian Curtis and their manager Rob Gretton. Section 25′s high point was their single, Looking From A Hilltop from 1984′s From The Hip

This past month, the band put out the download-only Invicta EP on Hacienda Records, the digital label of FAC51. The EP, their first release without Larry, features Bethany on lead vocals. The lead single, Colour, Movement, Sex & Violence is a pure Synthpop Dancefloor gem that recalls the work of another little Factory Records band called New Order.
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Posted on November 11, 2011 in Artist Spotlight, New Release | Tagged Factory Records, Section 25 |

Strangeways Vault: A Certain Ratio – Reunited and Touring

Factory Records, best known as the home of Joy Division, New Order and Happy Mondays, has also featured some lesser known artists deserving of a second listen. One of those bands is A Certain Ratio. ACR was a post-punk band from England, signed to Factory in 1979. They toured in support of Joy Division, the Talking Heads and New Order, but never reached the same level of popularity (although they can be seen featured in the movie 24 Hour Party People). 30 years later ACR have reunited and started playing festivals and one off dates in the UK.
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Posted on November 10, 2011 in Artist Spotlight, Strangeways Vault | Tagged 24 Hour Party People, A Certain Ratio, Bernard Sumner, Factory Records |

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