Music Joy Division’s Poignant First – And Last – Nationwide TV Performance: ‘She’s Lost Control’ Marks a Singular Moment in 1979 Sep 1, 2023 Facebook Twitter Pinterest WhatsApp Linkedin ReddIt Email Print Joy Division’s sole nationwide TV appearance occurred during their performance on BBC 2’s “Something Else” show. Tragically, singer Ian Curtis passed away in 1980, marking a poignant moment in the band’s history.