RIP Tony Wilson
August 10, 2007 – 3:31 pmTony Wilson is dead. For those who don’t know, Wilson was the notorious owner of the legendary Factory Records and Haçienda Club in Manchester, UK. As dramatized in the 2000s film 24 Hour Party People, Wilson was also responsible for launching the highly influential Joy Division/New Order constellation, as well as lesser (though notable) acts such as The Happy Mondays. A seminal figure in the history of independent music, he and his contributions shall be missed dearly.
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One Response to “RIP Tony Wilson”
Click Opera has a more extensive, and wonderful obituary about Wilson today.
By Jean on Aug 10, 2007