New Order | The Best Of and The Rest Of (Remastered)

From the ashes of the legendary post-punk band Joy Division, New Order emerged in 1980 and created one of the most influential musical transformations in music history. By fusing dark, melancholic post-punk with the emerging club scene and minimalist electronic beats, the British band came to define the sound of the 1980s and beyond. New Order were pioneers of synth-pop and alternative rock, and more than any other band, they succeeded in bridging the raw energy of rock clubs with the hypnotic rhythms of the dancefloor.

While many bands are primarily remembered for their traditional studio albums, New Order hold a completely unique position in music history: their compilation albums are regarded as some of the most cohesive, celebrated, and groundbreaking releases in both electronic music and rock. This is largely due to the band’s close relationship with the 12" single format, meaning many of their very best and most iconic tracks were originally not included on their regular studio albums.

Substance: The Compilation That Changed the Rules

When discussing the greatest compilation albums of all time, it is impossible not to mention Substance (often referred to as Substance 1987). This monumental release was originally created to collect all of the band’s 12" singles in one place, and it ultimately became one of the most acclaimed releases in alternative music history. It was here that fans could truly experience masterpieces such as "Blue Monday" – the best-selling 12" single of all time – alongside "Bizarre Love Triangle", "Temptation", and "Perfect Kiss" in their full, epic versions.

Substance was a sonic journey documenting the band’s evolution from guitar-driven melancholy to electronic perfection. The album acted as a catalyst for the entire British and international dance-rock scene. Today, it remains an essential part of any serious record collection, and at iMusic we continue to see enormous and lasting demand for this particular release in physical formats, as new generations keep discovering the magic of New Order.

'The Best of New Order': Synth-Pop Perfection in a New Light

Following the massive success of Substance, the band released the compilation The Best of New Order in 1994. While its predecessor focused on the long, uncompromising 12" versions, this release highlighted the band’s more streamlined and radio-friendly hits, including tracks from the hugely successful Technique album and the official England World Cup song "World in Motion".

'The Best of New Order' cemented the band’s ability to master classic pop structures without losing their electronic edge. The compilation offered the perfect overview of a band that had now achieved global superstar status. This iconic album is once again at the center of attention in the music world, as it is being reissued in a spectacular remastered edition. The updated sound brings the groundbreaking productions fully up to date, with sharper synth textures and deeper bass than ever before.

Experience New Order’s Greatest Songs in Remastered Sound at iMusic

Whether you prefer the tactile experience of a beautiful vinyl release on your turntable or the crystal-clear sound of CD, the remastered edition of 'The Best of New Order' is an absolute must-have. At iMusic, we have made it easy for you to secure your own copy of this reissue along with the rest of the British band’s legendary back catalogue. We take pride in delivering music in the finest formats for collectors and connoisseurs alike. New Order proved that a compilation album can be a masterpiece in its own right, and with these newly remastered releases, there is no excuse not to relive some of history’s greatest electronic rock hits at home. You can find all our New Order releases here.