Bernard Sumner

English musician and founding member of Joy Division and New Order

Bernard Sumner is an English musician, singer, songwriter, and producer, best known as a founding member of the post-punk band Joy Division and its successor group, New Order. Born on January 4, 1956, in Salford, Lancashire, Sumner's career began with Joy Division in the late 1970s. After the tragic death of lead singer Ian Curtis in 1980, Joy Division reformed as New Order. As part of New Order, Sumner took on a more prominent role as lead vocalist and guitarist. The band achieved critical and commercial success with their blend of post-punk and electronic dance music.