Ian Curtis

Ian Kevin Curtis (July 15, 1956 – May 18, 1980) was a singer-songwriter born in Manchester, England. Curtis grew up in Hurdsfield (on the outskirts of Macclesfield, England), but lived most of his adult life in Macclesfield and attended King's School, Macclesfield.

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He is notable as vocalist and lyricist of the band Joy Division, which he helped form in 1977 in Manchester, England.

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While performing for Joy Division, Curtis developed a unique dancing style reminiscent of the epileptic seizures he experienced later in life. The resemblance was such that audience members were occasionally uncertain whether he was dancing or having a seizure. He sometimes collapsed and had to be helped off stage as his health suffered due to Joy Division's intense touring. His epilepsy was said to have inspired him to write the song "She's Lost Control."

July 15: July 15 is the 196th day (197th in leap years) of the year in the Gregorian Calendar, with 169 days remaining....

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