Low-Life  by New Order

Low-Life, released in May 1985 by Factory Records, is considered the moment when New Order completed their transition from post-punk to dance-rock. It was their third studio album.

The album combines organic elements (bass, guitars) with synths and samplers advanced for the time. The production was done by the band itself, which was experimenting heavily with the possibilities of the studio at that time. The result is a rich and "dark" sound that is also ideal for clubs. The lyrics of Bernard Sumner are characterized by introspection and melancholy, which contrast with the dance rhythms.

Although the band was still considered "cult", the album had significant commercial appeal as it reached No. 7 in the UK and was the first New Order album to enter the Billboard-200, reaching No. 94.