In an era when nostalgia meets reinvention, Peter Hook & The Light are set to light up the stage once again as they announce a full-scale UK tour this November. The tour will see the band perform the seminal New Order album Get Ready in its entirety, alongside a carefully curated selection of timeless tracks from the iconic catalogues of Joy Division and New Order. This is not just another tour—it’s an immersive celebration and reinterpretation of a record Peter Hook describes as a “honeymoon record,” a touching nod to its passionate creation and enduring appeal.
Peter Hook reflects on Get Ready with a blend of fondness and candid self-awareness. “Get Ready was a honeymoon record… It did sort the wheat from the chaff and led to a New Order mk2 which played better but had lost a naivety whilst gaining a maturity,” Hook confesses. The album, originally released in 2001, has grown to become a cult favorite—yet, as Hook suggests, it remains massively underrated. This tour marks an exciting new chapter, as many of the album’s tracks will be performed live for the first time. In Hook’s own words, “The Light will shine through … Get Ready!” and it’s clear that the emotional weight of the record is matched only by its creative ambition.
The tour isn’t just about revisiting Get Ready. It’s a celebration of a career that has been defined by a deep connection to musical heritage. Since first reinterpreting Joy Division’s Unknown Pleasures in 2010 for a charity gig, Peter Hook has journeyed through the evolution of his musical repertoire—from Closer and Still to Technique and Substance. Over 800 concerts later, audiences around the globe have experienced the transformative power of these classic records reimagined for a modern era.
This November, fans will have the unique opportunity to experience not only a comprehensive live performance of Get Ready but also the evocative spirit of Joy Division and New Order’s back catalogues. It’s a dual homage: one that honors the original magic of these records while presenting them with all the vigor and innovation that the current lineup of Peter Hook & The Light have to offer.
The UK tour is an ambitious ride through the heartlands of Britain’s vibrant musical scene. Here’s a snapshot of the tour dates at select venues:
NOVEMBER
Thu 06 WORTHING Assembly Hall
Fri 07 BOURNEMOUTH O2 Academy
Sat 08 COVENTRY HMV Empire
Thu 13 LIVERPOOL Olympia
Fri 14 EDINBURGH Corn Exchange
Sat 15 NEWCASTLE Boiler Shop
Thu 20 HOLMFIRTH Picturedrome
Fri 21 BATH Komedia
Sat 22 CAMBRIDGE Junction
Thu 27 LINCOLN Engine Shed
Fri 28 LYTHAM Pavilion
Sat 29 LEEDS O2 Academy
Tickets will hit the market via a series of pre-sales starting on 23 April, with the general sale following on 25 April. This ensures fans across the UK have a chance to secure their spot at what promises to be one of the year’s most anticipated tours.
At its heart, the tour is a conversation between past and present—a testament to the enduring influence of Hook’s musical journey. Inside the studio, Get Ready was crafted with a blend of raw emotion and technical prowess, while live on stage, it promises to evoke a sense of communal nostalgia and rebirth. For long-time fans, it’s a chance to relive the golden days of Joy Division and New Order through fresh performances. For newer listeners, it’s an invitation to witness history being remade by one of modern music’s most resilient figures.
Beyond the music, there’s a personal narrative woven into every chord played and every lyric sung. The mid-career metamorphosis—from raw experimentalism to a more refined, mature sound—speaks to Hook’s evolution, both as an artist and a performer. This tour is more than a recital of a beloved album; it’s an exploration of musical identity and reinvention, encapsulated in a live performance that marries the spirit of the original recordings with the energy of its contemporary iteration.
So, what do you think? Are you ready to experience the shimmering layers of Get Ready, or do your musical loyalties lie with the raw intensity of Joy Division and the innovative edge of New Order? Peter Hook & The Light are inviting you to join a night of revelation—a night where history is not only recalled but reborn on stage.
Share your thoughts and tell us: Which era of these legendary tunes resonates with you the most? Have you ever followed an album’s live transformation from studio masterpiece to full-blown performance? Drop your comments, insights, and memories of these iconic records, and become a part of the collective musical journey that Peter Hook continues to inspire.
This tour promises more than just a series of concerts—it’s a vibrant homage to the enduring legacy of post-punk and new wave innovation. As the music plays and memories resurface, the conversation about what makes these tracks timeless is bound to grow richer. Whether you’re a veteran fan or a curious new listener, get ready for a night where the past and present harmonise in perfect unison. Let’s celebrate the magic of music together.
