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**Unknown Pleasures** is the debut studio album by English post-punk band Joy Division. It was released in the United Kingdom on June 15, 1979, by Factory Records. The album was not initially released in the United States until later imports became available, eventually gaining a strong following. Upon its original release, **Unknown Pleasures** did not chart in the UK Albums Chart. However, following the band’s growing posthumous recognition, the album later peaked at number 71 on the UK chart in August 1980. It did not chart on the US Billboard 200 at the time of release. The album was recorded at Strawberry Studios in Stockport, England, in April 1979. It was produced by Martin Hannett, whose innovative use of studio effects and atmospheric production style played a key role in shaping the album’s distinctive sound. **Unknown Pleasures** has since become a critically acclaimed and influential release in post-punk music, noted for its stark sound, minimalist album artwork, and the brooding vocals of frontman Ian Curtis.