'Ceremony' - Peter Hook, Jack Bates, Jeff Schroeder & Shane Graham.

As part of Sweet Relief Musicians Fund's recent 'For The Crew' fundraising event, Hooky & his son Jack teamed up with Smashing Pumpkins guitarist Jeff Schroeder and drummer Shane Graham for a special lockdown live version of the New Order classic 'Ceremony'.
All funds raised by this event went towards supporting out of work touring crews who have been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Peter Hook - Vocals/Bass
Jack Bates - Bass
Jeff Schroeder - Guitar
Shane Graham - Drums
Audio mixed by Josiah Mazzaschi at Cave Studio, Los Angeles, USA.
Video edited by John Isberg at Swede Films.

[@deanaf]

I should add. Jack has been just as amazing as dad. His chats, playing for us, everything. We love you, Jack.

[@jumofi]

Hooky's back up too

[@cffalconer]

They did a great job But Jeff was a surprise and he played great 👍😂

[@cmmarcoux]

This is great! The internal politics of New Order are none of my business, but I will say this: the difference between Peter Hook and New Order, today, is that New Order might play Love will tear s apart because they're expected to . . . Hook plays these songs because he wants to. You can tell the difference.

[@paulshin6255]

Summed it up perfectly. Saw NO In wash dc in 2019. Decent show but it seemed like they were going through the motions.

[@basserphil]

you certainly can

[@jonhaigh9530]

Bang on my friend👍

[@stingoh]

This is exactly it. I went to watch Peter Hook & The Light in Vancouver sometime in 2016-2017, and it felt like they meant every song they played. It was amazing. New Order just seems lazy by comparison. Peter really seems to care about keeping the songs authentic while still putting a new spin on them. I feel like get to see what Joy Division and New Order in its early years must have sound like. I'll go to every show he does around my part of the world.

[@jameselliott8203]

God I love you

[@AgentXPQ]

The fella who mixed this is an old friend of mine, Josiah Mazzaschi. We were in a teenage band together, and we would have drinks and listen to Joy Division, New Order, Bauhaus, the whole shebang. I really love that he worked on this. Hats off to you Josiah!!

[@cffalconer]

This is top drawer honestly this has made me very happy I wish it was a single 10 out 10 for everyone involved ❤️

[@Pointblankmos]

Always love seeing you comment on these kinds of videos Lev.

[@russellpanken]

80's techno baby Joy Division and Ian Curtis gone too soon but New Order pick right up where they should

[@dougsmith7083]

Your friend obviously took on the task with the heart and soul of a true fan first and, this incredible performance and, production is fully resonating that kind of deeper connection. Brilliant! I'm super stoked for your friend. This must've been incredible for him! Cheers

[@MD-ru5vs]

Joy Division, New Order and Bauhaus... that are a lot of tremendous good bands you mentioned. What must I say more.

[@jonhaigh9530]

In my 52 years I've never found a more go to song than ceremony.

[@steve261brown]

Me too.

[@toddvoss52]

Me three

[@steve261brown]

Can I say me 4… 😂

[@alan72roach]

Er….. me five

[@steve261brown]

@@alan72roach Me 6 lol

[@jumofi]

Hooky vou are part of the soundtrack of my Life. Forever Joy Division and New Order!

[@shanegrahamdrums]

So much fun doing this!

[@kdphotos4691]

Could you ask Peter if he could make sure that bass drops below his knees a few times in the next 6 months? I've got money riding on it at the bookies.

[@kylebrohamscoates9928]

Thanks for the music. Everyone aced this... And it refreshed a song that never gets old anyways. 🎸🍻

[@ianmacauley4996]

Shane, you are ABSOLUTELY AWESOME on this recording. The life you've given this track is indescribable. The intricacy and concentration with which you're playing is quite something to witness. You've really kept that whole performance together - well done, mate! Between you guys, you've succeeded in putting out a JD/NO track which is better than the original! I've never thought I'd ever hear anything like this in my lifetime. I'm covered in goosebumps after the first listening. Stay Safe, young fella! And More, Please!!!

[@shanegrahamdrums]

@@ianmacauley4996 Thank you for the kind words. 🤘

[@flothchtronk2068]

And the result is fantastic

[@robertm4895]

What a thrill for a father, to perform with his son's band! (... added bonus: performance blows off Barney on vocals AND guitar!!!)

[@pesnevim1626]

Hooky's voice has really, really improved, great playing from everyone, excellent version. More JD style than NO. Thanks.

[@MD-ru5vs]

yes a really big surprise, Peter Hook is a good singer. What he can do on bass is well known for many years.

[@steve261brown]

@@MD-ru5vs Just needs to master singing and playing the bass at the same time. Still time Hooky! 😂

[@jonhaigh9530]

Well! Hooky's just won the best ever performance of the best ever song.

[@hbscouse]

Never fails to send shivers down my back and thrill me

[@btbennett6]

It gives me a feeling of overwhelming joy and panic at the same time. The reason for joy is obvious, the panic is because my life is quickly vanishing as every second passes.

[@reviewtoakill5011]

This is the best version of this track I've ever heard. Everything is spot on. The conviction in Hooky's performance is beautiful. You can tell he still loves these songs and he's doing it for his love of Ian.

[@derableser5885]

When your dad was the bassist of Joy Division! And then you play all those haunting songs with him together all over the globe. Can you imagine? JOY DIVISION FOREVER!

[@oharejoe]

Nothing but respect for Peter Hook, to carry one of the best bands of all time. Good Stuff! R.I.P Ian Curtis

[@shaneomack5018]

Most underrated musician on planet earth

[@scottanthonyweidner8692]

Best vocal on this song ever since Ian. Wonderful version.

[@alan72roach]

The best rendition of one of the greatest songs I’ve ever heard. Quite brilliant.

[@13StJimmy]

Ceremony is what I’d describe as the perfect song it’s always incredible

[@MD-ru5vs]

you are absolutely right. Let's call it a classical this song.

[@shanemcdowall]

Joy Division's last song, New Order's first song. Saw New Order in Wellington, NZ on 6 December 1982. Played 'Movement' plus one song I did not recognize. Smoked a joint in the audience.

[@PeterHookAndTheLight]

See you again in Wellington in February 2022 - on sale now!

[@madeovstarstuff]

Smoking one now to this timeless gem. Stay blessed brother

[@shanemcdowall]

@@PeterHookAndTheLight Look forward to it.

[@SabriKennyNw]

❤️

[@drendansmada]

When are you coming back to the US? Please I would love to see you on the east coast again, I brought 3 friends last time and will continue to buy one of everything at the merch table, I really enjoyed the book I got and would love it if you had more of your works for sale as well, thank you very much!!!

[@dennisberam]

Sweet Jesus! Brilliant Hooky

[@killfile28]

Hooky when did you become such an amazing vocalist my man? So good.

[@betelgeuse68]

He sang long ago in his side 90's projects MONACO & REVENGE

[@killfile28]

@@betelgeuse68 yeah I’m a big fan of Monaco but Potts did share the vocal work in that project. I just thought that was a really great vocal performance of Ceremony, and his recent Age of Consent video was leagues better than when I saw New Order play Melbourne last year.

[@nickwalmsley8909]

Whilst running the Manchester 10k in 2006 I ended up running with Hooky for a short while. The most down to earth musician I've ever come across. This track is sublime.

[@drendansmada]

Does he run every year?

[@PeterHookAndTheLight]

@@drendansmada Yes! In support of the Christie Hospital in Manchester.

[@drendansmada]

Ok I have a new life goal: go for a run with a bass legend for a good cause, is there more information you could link me to find out more please?

[@rubenjames6201]

Giants of our times. I can walk through any obstacle climb any mountain when JD calls ... RIP Ian Curtis

[@monumentstosuffering2995]

The power of truth and beauty.

[@monumentstosuffering2995]

Yes.

[@timtsv1]

This will probably become the definitive version :)

[@MD-ru5vs]

yes I think you are right. The version comes to age, like a good wine.

[@puma4322]

Thank you Hooky and Jack for keeping the flame alive!! Jeff and Shane WOW! Fantastic version of a fav song.

[@RePapero1]

The man who re-invented the bass guitar

[@sublime12201]

The music alone is so beautiful....you don't need the lyrics....but then the lyrics start and it's even more beautiful...

[@garrypennington3729]

This is the best version of ceremony I’ve heard to date. Great singing too. Truly great.

[@MD-ru5vs]

I think you are right. For me one of the best songs from JD and this version is the best.

[@steve261brown]

Will not find many that disagree with that!

[@jam1ga]

Ceremony may possibly be my favorite song in the whole world.Great job as Always. World will travel o so quickly

[@MD-ru5vs]

Maybe not in the whole world but for sure from Joy Division- New Order - Peter Hook

[@neilhowell3083]

Love this still praying for a miracle of reconciliation between Peter and Bernard

[@franksesso8628]

Thanks Hooky, Jack, Jeff, and Shane for this AMAZING performance! Been a fan of JD/New Order since my teens (I'm 54 now). You are the soundtrack of my life.

[@zyx7478]

Peter Hook and son Jack Bates unbeatable duo

[@dna6496]

i love the way he is bringing his son THE LIGHT HE IS BRINGING HIM UP WITH HIM LIFTING HIM UP SHARING THE LIGHT THIS IS BLUEPRINT FOR EVERY FAMILY LIFT EACH OTHER UP THIS IS THE MEANING OF LIFE

[@jumofi]

Love this song so much...my number 1 forever ❤

[@franckrobert1076]

Ceremony, simply the best song ever

[@adamv242]

I've never heard a bad version of this song

[@robhaunui3343]

Hookys vocals just keep getting better,unlike someone else who he used to be in a band with. Can't wait to Hooky and The Light back in New Zealand next February ! At least we can still go out to see bands play here,so the more overseas acts,the better.

[@scotttaylor4296]

All these years later still get goosebumps

[@vannjunkin8041]

Peter Hook.. Thank you for letting us continue loving this legacy in the present. Let's me feel we're still in it. Which we are.

[@SynthMusicWorld]

Gave me the chills. If that terrible day hadn't happened to Ian, I think this is how the song would have sounded with Ian and everyone else in the studio putting together the next Joy Division album. Well done.

[@ochukwu]

One of the best songs of all time. Struggling to think of better.

[@deanaf]

You never stop giving. A true living legend. I hope you know how important these are for those of us suffering with depression.

[@brionoconnor1851]

Damn, Hookie, I never, never, never tire of this song. We played it at my wedding in Kansas (in 1994), and I damn well will play it at the weddings of my daughters. Thank you, thank you! Keep rockin' ... !!!

[@richharris6647]

This is as excellent as usual. Hooky’s voice seems to get better and better with every performance. Can’t wait to see The Light on tour again (hopefully) soon.

[@greghutchison6690]

Love it. Has Peter Hook's voice got better with age? When so many have let their vocals deteriorate.

[@The.Last.Guitar.Hero.]

When Hooky left NO that's was it as far as I'm concerned. He was what gave NO their sound. What a great version. I'd like to hear more stuff done like this

[@NoxiousRob]

I'm in the same boat, NO without Hooky is not NO in my opinion.

[@deanwait]

The best performance of Ceremony by Hooky

[@mulv66]

Most Excellent. Best vocalist New Order (n)ever had!

[@MD-ru5vs]

totally agree with you.

[@monumentstosuffering2995]

A song of immense gravitas and sadness, but also most beautiful and relentlessly hopeful of our finding a heaven. It is ineffably beautiful and heavenly. Stoical beauty.

[@andreeopthof376]

Hooky gets better and better. And his voice improved the last years amazingly!!

[@bertelolafsson4705]

Spot on! What a killer performance. It doesn´t get better than this

[@elstongunn6776]

One of the greatest greatest songs in the history of rock music. Hooky nailed it.

[@pierluigicassano6253]

Simply awesome! The original will remain in our hearts forever...... but this version it's pure energy! Great job guys!!!!

[@stevenkirkpatrick2917]

What a classic. No Hooky no New Order, end off

[@NoxiousRob]

Spot on friend. I'm a massive fan of Joy Division and New Order, but I won't even listen to what the current so called New Order are putting out, it's not New Order without Hooky. It seems we now have two tribute bands, one which is still pretending to be New Order and another which isn't pretending to be either New Order or Joy Division, but which reproduces the songs of both bands brilliantly.

[@crbogea]

A Perfect Ceremony. My best birthday present lol

[@shotten99]

Unreal how great this sounds. An improvement on a masterpiece even…

[@shelleymurphy]

This is one of my favorite songs of all time, and this version is amazing

[@phibontwo6878]

18th May they playing Auckland - 44 years since 'that' 18th May. What a special night this going to be. 1st time saw The Light was at the old Powerstation. Was grateful to hear JD songs and Hooky but... Next time was a couple of years later somewhere on K' Road. Music was tighter, right on target, the joint rocked with Hooky and the band beautifully in sync with the music and the crowd. Special night will never forget.

[@duncanpearson1]

Hooky and the boys smashing it, brilliant

[@hbscouse]

And.. what a freaking great bright production.

[@martincunningham786]

My all time favourite song and my all time favourite version Thank You Hooky

[@richinmusic]

One of my all time favorite songs. This is gorgeous

[@mrcodhead67]

One of my favourite JD songs.

[@havingalook2]

Peter Hook - how is it that you defy aging and are still as good, better than you were? That was so well done the lot of you. Brilliant - love the cast of characters. Drummer is very good!!! Love it all - many thanks boys, well done!

[@g.sferrazza10-13]

that's how its supposed to be the more time you practice the better you get...

[@Santisaez1]

Really brilliant, PeterHookAndTheLight is making JD-NO catalog shine like never before. Trully. But to be honest, I would like to listen to some new tunes of these very good musicians band.

[@alan72roach]

The song that kept me going through three lockdowns. Can’t wait to see it live as soon as possible.

[@steve261brown]

My go to song. Bloody Wonderful.

[@arlene9993]

I was just listening to Joy Division Closer vinyl album as this was uploaded. Your music has enriched the decades of my life through the best and worst of times and is all the more touching right now. Thank you!!! Donated. 🥰

[@simply_psi]

Wow a classic reconstructed, thanks Peter, you're a total legend

[@steve261brown]

OK I am addicted to this... bloody wonderful.

[@alan72roach]

As soon as I saw this I thought Steve Brown will love this! Can’t wait to see them live.... anywhere in Europe....

[@billclifton731]

This is why events unnerve me They find it all, a different story Notice whom for wheels are turning Turn again and turn towards this time All she asks is the strength to hold me Then again the same old story Word will travel oh so quickly Travel first and lean towards this time I'll break them all, no mercy shown Heaven knows, it's got to be this time Watching her, these things she said The times she cried Too frail to wake this time I'll take them down, no mercy shown Heaven knows, it's got to be this time Avenues all lined with trees Picture me and then you start watching Watching forever, forever Watching love grow, forever Let it be known, forever

[@koorosh1969]

Never Stop or slow down, Hooky!!

[@willfallon9264]

I tell you what This is absolutely brilliant MANCHESTAAAAA

[@toddcnoker]

This is a brilliant performance of one of the greatest songs of all time. The bass carries the entire song. Hook's vocals are haunted with Ian's brilliance. I love it!

[@monumentstosuffering2995]

One for the Ages probably. Before anti - depressants appeared this was my crutch. One felt not so alone with such heart - rending honesty. Now One for the Aged in my case.

[@jameselliott8203]

For me this had always been a very personal song about loss and honestly I'm sat here with tears in my eyes ,thank you

[@myheartisinjapan3184]

My absolute favorite!

[@leonardocarneiro9520]

I just can't get enough of this song. Thank you so much!

[@108grog]

Ian is probably hooting it up over what Peter and the Light have been accomplishing. His spirit is clearly still alive.

[@zoopopzoo]

Forever...Forever...Forever

[@bydand9148]

Pure class again Hooky

[@neoisis9373]

40 years old now and always been a brilliant song and it’s beautifully done here. Thank you so much Hooky! Your vocals are better than ever. I hope I can get a chance to see The Light later this year.

[@octaviof.g.7316]

drummer is dope.

[@SmithsnMoz]

Its REALLY A DAMN GOOD SONG!! 👍

[@kellypawspa]

Better then the original and that's hard for me to say about anyone, usually.

[@sickinthahead6557]

Not to take away from New Order because they were iconic, but this is the best version of this song yet!

[@steve261brown]

New Order version not in the same league as this let alone the original.

[@MD-ru5vs]

yes this is even better than the original one.

[@Jb-gs6ni]

Was a hooky riff and ian created the most magical lyrics, ill always have a memory of her because of this song

[@sebastiancardb]

See Hook's bass with a Gorillaz sticker really warms my heart

[@john_risby]

What a fantastic recording. Great production and mixing (well done Josiah). As good, if not better, than the original and not often you can say that. Hooky's voice has developed so well over the years and has been ahead of Barney's for a long time. Does make me wonder how New Order would had developed if he'd stepped up after Ian passed instead of Barney. Great cause too. Look forward to the next one!

[@THEQueeferSutherland]

I've seen PHATL a couple times and I've forgotten that his voice was this nice. Hearing it clearly in a recording, it's no doubt that he has a great voice for this.

[@novadhd]

Its Bernard unless he goes by Barney

[@jenniferaustin6471]

Can't stop listening to this.

[@deedye1440]

Me too , it’s absolutely brilliant 😮

[@MrJoeAkuma]

For me this is the official studio version of this song.

[@markmurphy432]

Oh my, what a treat, does it almost sound better ?

[@soundbyjacob]

guitar tone on here is very cool, reminds me of a more Shoegaze-esque tone. tons of reverb lol anyway what an amazing band, would love to see them someday after the world is back to normal

[@amneziak]

I’m not even going to front. I teared up.

[@AnnaLujza82]

this is real music!!!

[@jaasielgonzalez1424]

Yes it is. Not that post malone guy

[@nelsonbatista1100]

God damn; when i think Mr. Hook can't surprisme. (Excuse my English, but im from Portugal ). Beautifal version!

[@ryanreeves8931]

Temptation and Ceremony❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@nicklarge007]

The best version I`ve ever heard, and I`ve seen Hooky do this a good few times!

[@utubeCENSORSaregai]

Peter shud be a very proud father. Jack a wonderful man. A great artist and has humility. Solid work peter. You can tell a man by his son. ✌🙏

[@jonhaigh9530]

Joy Division's last ever song and New Orders first still my favourite by both bands

[@joerosaticollective]

exactly !

[@simoncrest5354]

love that guitar tone and the space in the drumming. Fantastic version

[@paulcooper1909]

Takes me back to hacienda, memories I treasure. Brilliant Hooky thank you .

[@stephanegingras9666]

Excellent version with an edgier sound and a perfect production, wow a classic must see on KZbin. The guitar's sound remind me a bit of the brilliant Chameleons UK. Thank you so much Hooky, from Montreal region in Canada.

[@mana3735]

Sir Peter of Salford delivering the goods as per usual.

[@gringogreen4719]

One of my favorite songs. Peter you enunciate way better than Barny ever did. You guys definitely take the original concept and take it up to the next level. By the way you are one of my favorite bass players of all time.😎👍✨