The "Transmission" single, released in 1979, captures Joy Division at their most propulsive and urgent. It stands as a one-off single that showcases the band's evolving sound beyond their debut album.
- "Transmission" was recorded in July 1979 at Strawberry Studios in Stockport with producer Martin Hannett.
- The single was released in October 1979 on Factory Records, not as part of an album.
- Despite its critical acclaim, "Transmission" did not chart in the UK.
Joy Division was a post-punk band from Manchester, England. They were known for their dark, atmospheric sound. The "Transmission" single was released during a period of intense creativity for the band, following their debut album Unknown Pleasures.
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