The Cure, icons of post-punk and goth rock, return with Songs of a Lost World, their first album in 16 years, following their 2019 induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Known for dark, atmospheric soundscapes and Robert Smith’s haunting vocals, The Cure has influenced generations with their blend of melancholy and defiance.
The lineup includes guitarist Reeves Gabrels, who joined in 2012 and is known for his boundary-pushing work with David Bowie, and longtime keyboardist Roger O’Donnell, back since 2011. Multi-instrumentalist Perry Bamonte rejoined for the 2022 tour, though he doesn’t appear on the album, most of which was recorded in 2019.
With Songs of a Lost World, The Cure continues to explore their themes of darkness and resilience, inviting fans into another immersive journey. But is it a worthy album? Our resident Cure expert, Ian McIvor, digs in to find out.
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