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"Sub-culture" is a single by New Order, released in November 1985.
It was the second and final single that also appeared on the group's album release of the same year, Low-Life. The mix (by John Robie) is different from the one that appears on the album. "Sub-culture" has only a regular black sleeve, as graphic designer Peter Saville reportedly deemed the mix of the song unworthy of his talents. The song has stirred some controversy with attempts to understand the lyrics being unsubstantiated by the group itself, particularly the use of the word shaft with its possible sexual connotations. The b-side is a remix of the A-side titled "Dub-vulture". "Sub-culture" also appears on the group's 1987 compilation, Substance.
The 12" & 7" single mixes provide for a significant departure from the album version, with prominent usage of female backing singers.
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[edit] UK 7" - 7FAC 133
- "Sub-culture (Remix Edit)" (3:28)
- "Dub-vulture (Remix Edit)"
[edit] UK 12" - FAC 133
- "Sub-culture" (7:26)
- "Dub-vulture" (7:57)
[edit] UK Flexidisc 7" free with Record Mirror
- "Sub-culture (exclusive remix)" (4:14)
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