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“Bono always wanted me to play that part with a pick, but I get a different reaction from playing bass with my fingers. There’s nothing quite like that contact of pulling the wires”: Adam Clayton on the U2 sound

Whether he’s playing steady eighth-notes or a rocking counter melody, U2’s Adam Clayton seems to have the perfect tone for every song

Guitar World

"From ’70s punk to ’80s synth pop to ’90s dance and beyond": How New Order became the ultimate musical trendsetters

Always making the most of modern technology but never following an obvious path, this pioneering band remains hugely influential on both guitar-led and electronic music

MusicRadar

“Before me it was classic Fender Jazz, but I showed up with a bunch of Yamaha basses. Billy Corgan was totally cool with that… it’s never been, ‘Do what I say or else’”: How Jack Bates splits his loyalties between Smashing Pumpkins and his dad, Peter Hook

Joy Division’s unique bassist wasn’t originally much of an influence to his son, who doesn’t use pedals with the Pumpkins – but needs to use ancient, unreliable ones with The Light

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“What bass would Neo play? An upright bass. He’s going to want to play some jazz. With Morpheus on drums. We’ll be a power trio with Agent Smith on keys”: We interviewed Keanu Reeves about bass guitar – and it was a musical conversation unlike any other

He’s one of Hollywood’s biggest stars, but Keanu Reeves has had a lifelong love affair with the bass guitar. In an exclusive interview, he opens up about his weed-fueled Bill & Ted bass duels, why he doesn’t consider himself worthy of a Fender signature model, and what he really learned…

Guitar World

Peter Hook: ‘I never get sick of hearing World in Motion’

The Joy Division bassist, 67, looks back on breakdowns and addictions, losing Ian Curtis, his precious friends and the early rave scene

The Guardian - UK

10 all-time classic bass guitar tones - and how to recreate them

Delving into some of the best low-end tones of all time

MusicRadar

Review: Hacienda Classical at Castlefield Bowl brings a mythical beast to life

"Tonight’s spectacle proves the spirit of the Hacienda is still well and truly alive"

Manchester Evening News

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A beginner's guide to Factory Records in five essential albums

The story of the Manchester indie label that changed the world

Louder

“We don't want people to know what we think”: Why Joy Division's Unknown Pleasures may be the most important record to emerge from the UK punk scene

Released on June 15, 1979, Joy Division's bleak, beautiful masterpiece has lost none of its power or stark dread

Louder

Five new bands you need to hear if you love Joy Division

Joy Division have become one of the most influential alternative bands of the last 40 years, and these five new bands are bringing that sound bang up to date

Louder

"I’ve had an amazing career": Sir Mo bids farewell to city as thousands complete Great Manchester Run

Sir Mo made his final Mancunian running appearance today alongside 25,000 others running for good causes

Manchester Evening News

The Smiths bassist Andy Rourke dies aged 59 after pancreatic cancer battle as bandmate pays tribute

Andy Rourke’s career extended beyond The Smiths, playing alongside The Pretenders and Sinead O’Connor, as well as with the supergroup Freebass, which included Gary Mounfield from the Stone Roses and Peter Hook from New Order.

Irish Mirror

Pride of Manchester 2023: The 11 people and organisations recognised for incredible achievements

We take a look at the winners of the big awards at this year's ceremony

Manchester Evening News

U2’s Adam Clayton: “The bass has to either be sexy or aggressive, or it shouldn’t be there as far as I’m concerned”

The bassist for one of biggest rock bands of all time on cramming a stadium-ready rig into Fender’s first-ever signature bass amp, what prompted him to play an Ibanez on one of the group’s most iconic songs, and why he’s only just started exploring five-strings four decades into his career

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Manchester Evening News

Review and photos: Peter Hook & The Light at Albert Hall, Manchester

Peter Hook began a three-day residency celebrating the early work of two of the city's most celebrated bands, Joy Division and New Order

Manchester Evening News

Things to do in Manchester over the Easter 2023 bank holiday weekend

Manchester's regular bill of gigs, comedy, theatre and clubbing can also be expected too

Manchester Evening News

Inspiral Carpets, Peter Hook and Billy Ocean among huge names playing in Manchester this April

If you're looking for something to do this month, you won't be short of live entertainment in the city, with gigs at AO Arena, Victoria Warehouse, Apollo, Albert Hall and more

Manchester Evening News

'Hooky' and MC Tunes to star in Salford mayor's charity DJ event

Spin doctors take to the stage at Middlewood Locks

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The anti-hibernation culture guide: something to enjoy for every day in January

You can spend the next few weeks under the duvet and in front of the telly, or enjoy world-class art, theatre, music, film and standup – here’s an event for each of the next 31 days

Manchester Evening News

Inside the Hacienda... the club that shook Britain - as new BBC documentary prepares to air rare footage of Manchester superclub

It's where Noel Gallagher learned to dance, was the epicentre of rave and played host to Madonna, The Smiths and the Happy Mondays

The Guardian - UK

TV Tonight: The Inside Story of The Hacienda

A documentary on the epochal Manchester club. Plus, more Strictly fun and a new, drag-themed talent contest starring Ian Beale!

Manchester Evening News

Hacienda Classical to return to the Castlefield Bowl next summer

The seventh installment is all set for July, 2023

Manchester Evening News

17-year-old student sent a video singing Joy Division to Peter Hook - he was so impressed he asked her to join him on stage

At just 17 years of age, student Nancy Dinan has just played the biggest gigs of her life

Manchester Evening News

Review: Joy Division Orchestrated with Peter Hook and Manchester Camerata

It was "serious goosebumps time" as the Manchester Camerata reworked the music of the Manchester trailblazers with some standout guest vocals

Manchester Evening News

New Hacienda BBC documentary will get Manchester premiere - and fans can apply for tickets

The Hacienda: The Club That Shook Britain is being shown on BBC Two

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