Chain Of Flowers

Classic Cure on BBC 6 Music

2012-02-13T09:11:00.003-06:00

On iplayer now (2:20:50 in): The Cure at NEC Birmingham 1987 - 'The Kiss', 'Faith', 'Fight'.

Feb. 20th at 4am on the Live Music Hour: The Cure BBC Session. (Thanks artwwweb and Perfect.Murder)

Cure on new McCartney tribute album?

2012-02-11T17:34:00.002-06:00

Original story (April 10th, 2011): The Sun reports that Paul McCartney's son, James, is working with The Cure on a McCartney/Wings track for Paul's new covers album. (Thanks Heron)
Update: NME, ContactMusic, and a bunch of other sites are also running the story.

Update: Back in 2009, James McCartney (English translation) said his new album was inspired by The Cure and others.
(Thanks David)

So which McCartney solo or Wings track are you hoping to hear them cover?

Update (Feb. 11th, 2012): Still no word on a release date for this, but a new article about it at Ace Showbiz. (Thanks Aaron)

Robert on How The Brits Rocked America

2012-02-10T09:42:00.010-06:00

Episode 1: 'How the West Was Won' aired Jan. 27th.
Episode 2: 'Stairway to Heaven' aired Feb. 3rd.
Episode 3: 'We're the Kids in America' (with Robert's interview) debuts Feb. 10th at 9pm, and repeats on Feb. 11th at 1am & Feb. 12th at 11:55pm, on BBC4.

Update: It's now on YouTube - Part 1 - 2 - 3 - 4

Photos from @john_malloy: Simon with debbie harry / playing boys don't cry at hurrahs / talking about first NYC gig at hurrahs / rs tonight on how the Brits rocked America.

Reports from @AaronLaw92: "Robert spoke about the popularity of the singles and then their comparison with Depeche Mode." / "Robert just spoke about Debbie Harry and then they showed a bit of a live video of BDC."

The Cure track on Big In America was Inbetween Days from Top of the Pops. (Thanks @honeyinmyveins)

Update (Feb. 10th): A preview from tonight's episode, Robert Smith talks about his hatred of Duran Duran (41:30 in). Stay tuned after this show for Big in America: British Hits in the USA at 10pm which will include The Cure. And after that, be sure to catch the classic Depeche Mode 101 documentary at 11pm. Great night of programs on BBC4! (Thanks Fatpie1664 & AndrewV127)

Update (Feb. 2nd): "An advert has just been on BBC4 and featured Robert - a combination of the love cats video and some recent Robert footage talking - mentions being seduced by America." (Thanks John)

How The Brits Rocked America: Go West is a three-part music documentary series celebrating the 50-year narrative of British music in America.

This series tells the story of the inter-continental exchange of musical ideas, of how the two nations have, and continue to, influence each other's unique sound. It features choice archive footage from The Beatles’ iconic arrival in the US, through Cream, The Who and Led Zeppelin live on the road, and to the Sex Pistols’ last US gig in San Francisco and Elvis Costello and the Attractions’ career-boosting appearance on Saturday Night Live.

It also includes first-hand testimonies from artists across the decades talking about their experiences, from the pilgrim fathers of British rock, including Sir Paul McCartney, Jimmy Page and Jack Bruce, to the latter-day contenders to their throne, the likes of John Lydon, Robert Smith, Simon Le Bon and Adam Ant, who recall how they coped with the challenge of cracking the behemoth that is the US. (Thanks David)

Roger plays Bogota, Colombia

2012-02-10T09:36:00.000-06:00

Update from Roger (Feb. 10th): "The Quieter Trees concert in Bogota, Colombia that we were planning for this Spring has now been moved to the Autumn. I can't confirm a date yet as I am waiting to hear about other schedules... But it will happen!!"

From Roger - "I will be performing Quieter Trees in Bogota, Colombia during the last week of March, we are all very excited about his opportunity and more details to follow. It will be a very special evening with a performance of the electronic version of the suite and then the full chamber orchestra performance of QT with members of the Bogota Philharmonic!!!"

Design artwork for The Cure

2012-02-07T10:13:00.002-06:00

Update (02-07): Secret 7" now has a website. Also, the 45 winners will be contacted over the next week. Good luck to everyone! You are being asked to keep it a secret if you're a winner, so please go along with the spirit of the competition and exhibit.

Update: Voting is closed, and the 5 winners of the public vote have been selected. Congratulations! Now 45 winners will be selected by the band, and those winners will be notified on Feb. 7th.

Update: Artwork submitted by Aaron, Kelly, Loren, Marsworld, Pipperoo, Daria, Chris, Erin, Yannick -G, Paul, Lucy, John, Lauren, Joanna, Natalie, Joshua, Sahar, Steph, Heron, Suzanne, Ryan, Vicky, Martin, Leslie, Tim, Marina, Katie, Patrick, Fernando, Darrell, Jordan, Michelle, Natalie, Sian, Chris, Marion, Hannah, Brad, Jerome, Docteur Zaius, Qiong, Oscar, Estefany, Eric, Tom, Veronica, Suzie, Maria, Jodi, Vicky, Jess, Filthypit, Julien, Sol, Bela, Peter, Ville, James, Edgar, Danielle, Lara, Morena, Mark, Hannah, Vicky, Julie, Guillaume, An, Zack, Lucia, Sarah, Alan, Mirva, Eleonora, Christine, Pierre, Justine, Brenda, Yatou, Fabien, Nicole, Matthew, Rob, Danielle, Melissa, Peter, Stephanie, Bryce.

View all artwork submitted here. (Thanks @CureyKelBel)

From Talenthouse: Secret 7" is an exciting project combining music and art in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust. Seven bands and recording artists are inviting creatives to design the artwork for a seven inch vinyl sleeve inspired by one of their songs. The project will culminate in 700 unique vinyl sleeves displayed in Idea Generation Gallery in London in the week leading up to Record Store Day 2012. On that day, each of the vinyls at the gallery will be available to purchase with all of the profits going to Teenage Cancer Trust.

In this challenge, The Cure have selected the track 'Friday I’m In Love’ and are inviting creatives to interpret the song, however they please, via an original piece of seven inch artwork. This is an incredible opportunity for aspiring artists and designers to collaborate with one of the world's most loved bands, to have their artwork seen by millions, be exhibited alongside established artists and in the process, raise valuable funds for Teenage Cancer Trust.

Submit by: January 19, 2012
Vote: January 20, 2012 - January 26, 2012
Winner(s) Announced: February 7, 2012
Follow @Secret7s on Twitter for more info.
(Thanks Aaron)

Help Roger

2012-02-04T10:37:00.002-06:00

From Roger on Facebook & Twitter: "A week or so ago either here (on Facebook) or on Twitter somebody mentioned that I had sent them a sample disc for a Prophet 2000 of the string sound I used on Disintegration. I would really like to get a copy of that disc! Ive lost mine... It was by Dr Sounds a company from New York in the 80s.. Thanks!"

Robert article in Panorama magazine

2012-02-03T16:03:00.001-06:00

The Feb. 8th issue of Italian magazine Panorama has an article about Robert Smith and the Sean Penn film 'This Must Be The Place'. (Thanks Federico)

Happy Birthday, Lol!

2012-02-03T14:03:00.001-06:00

A very Happy Birthday and Best Wishes to Lol Tolhurst! Have a wonderful day! Thanks again for planting the Reflections seed in Robert's head. : ) Can't tell you how great it was to see you in The Cure again. Cheers!

Roger at Analogue to Digital Music Festival

2012-02-03T10:14:00.004-06:00

Roger will be at the Analogue to Digital Music Festival in Exeter, Devon on April 21st. He'll be on the industry panel, and will be demonstrating, and performing with, his Moog setup.

Cure to play European Summer festivals!

2012-02-03T00:28:00.002-06:00

Update (2-3): Aug. 18th at Frequency Festival in Austria confirmed at the official site.

May 26th: Pinkpop in Netherlands (Tickets March 3rd 10am)
June 1st: Primavera Sound in Spain (Tickets)
June 14th - 16th: Hultsfred Festival in Sweden (Tickets)
June 22nd - 24th: Southside Festival in Germany (Tickets)
June 23rd - 24th: Hurricane Festival in Germany (Tickets)
June 28th: Rock Werchter in Belgium (Tickets)
June 30th: Les Eurockeennes in France (Tickets)
July 5th - 8th: Roskilde Festival in Denmark (Tickets)
July 7th: Heineken Jammin' in Italy (Tickets)
July 9th: Rock in Roma in Italy (Tickets)
July 12th: Bilbao BBK Live in Spain (Tickets)
July 14th: Optimus Alive in Portugal (Tickets)
July 20th: Festival Vielles Charrues in France (Tickets)
Aug. 18th: Frequency Festival in Austria (Tickets)
Robert: "4 OR MAYBE 5 MORE TO CONFIRM..."

Should we make anything of that image Robert posted with the news? Any clues there? What is it, and what, if anything, does it mean?
Answer from @CHROMEDICK: "It's a map of Europe and the green spots are probably selected regions where they'll be performing. That's my guess. Also, there's one in the far upper right corner...Russia?!"

Cure Reflections London multicam DVD

2012-02-02T14:15:00.004-06:00

"I've edited a multicam dvd9 of the Cure concert @ Royal Albert Hall. The main video is mine (front right as say on cure-concerts) and then I've taken A LOT of youtube videos. All the uploaders (more than 100!!) are mentioned in the txt files in the folder, in the description and credited on the "credits" section on the dvd. For the audio, I've use a Matrix made by pavemalk, originallky posted on DIME. Again, the tapers and pavemalk are mentioned everywhere. Friends who have see it said that it's very good. Hope you enjoy it:)" Preview here (just Max1334's footage).(Thanks Max1334 and Joy1771)

Note: This is a fan creation, not an official release. As far as I know, there's no official/commercial release planned for any material from the London show. If I'm wrong, or if this might conflict with the official release of the Sydney Reflections show, please let me know and it will be removed immediately.

Roger's new website

2012-01-31T17:08:00.004-06:00

Be sure to check out Roger's excellent new website, designed by Anna Dorfman (@doorsixteen). Congratulations to both of you!

Update: This is going to be great! Get a sneak preview of 'Prelude' from Roger & Adam Donen's 'Requiem'. Also check out the first piece of a new series entitled 'Les Kaleidoscopes'.

Happy Birthday, Jason!

2012-01-31T10:08:00.003-06:00

A very Happy Birthday and best wishes to Jason Cooper. Hope you have a great day! Cheers!
P.S. - And thank you for kicking ass at NYC Reflections. : )

Simon Gallup Ultra Bass out now

2012-01-28T12:14:00.002-06:00

The Simon Gallup Ultra Bass from Schecter Guitars is now available. Who's getting it, and who's buying me one? : )
(Thanks @marsworld)

The new Robert Smith UltraCure-VI is also listed now, but think that isn't out until April.

Cure & Smiths tribute night in Ireland

2012-01-28T09:40:00.003-06:00

From Waterford Today:
Feb. 11th at The Forum
Fire in Cairo & These Charming Men
Doors 9pm / Show 9.30pm / Tickets €10
(Thanks David)

Roger on new Secrets For September track

2012-01-28T09:14:00.000-06:00

Roger has a Moog solo on 'To Behold', a new track from Secrets For September.

Update: @Matthew_North - "Vote for @secrets4spt to play Hyde park and get a free download of 'To Behold' http://www.reverbnation.com/hard_rock_rising/1495213."

The Cure 2012 promo photos

2012-01-24T10:29:00.009-06:00

The Cure - London, Jan. 19th, 2012. Photos by Andy Vella.

From Southside & Hurricane festivals, and The Cure's Facebook.

From Rock Werchter.

Robert Smith, guitarist

2012-01-22T20:54:00.003-06:00

"Interesting article (English translation) about Robert and how he hasn't been recognized as a major guitar player."
(Thanks chachachadc)

Interview with Lol

2012-01-22T20:48:00.001-06:00

Lol did an interview for Dead Dave's Radio tonight. Listen here.

'Apart' remix for Underworld 4 soundtrack

2012-01-21T23:40:00.006-06:00

Update: You can listen to the full track on YouTube and at 91X.
(Thanks @weekendbernie and Andreas)

Danny Lohner is working on a remix of 'Apart' for the 'Underworld: Awakening' movie soundtrack: dannylohner - i still can't get over the fact that when i solo the vocal channel- i hear Robert Smith serenading me a capella?! #Underworld4-ApartRemix (Thanks J.)

As you might remember, The Cure also appeared on the Underworld: Rise of the Lycans soundtrack, with 'Underneath the Stars (Renholder remix)'.

Update (12-14): dannylohner - 2nd b-day spent remixing THE CURE! i remxd UnderneathTheStars 4the last Underworld sndtrk w @millajovovich @mjkeenan tinyurl.com/76oqm2p ;)
Update (12-31): NME and Film Music Reporter have reports about this. (Thanks Dom)
Update (01-06): Hear a sample at Amazon and another one here. (Thanks TheCure-Collector)
Update (01-17): Out now at Amazon, iTunes, and all of the usual places.

Fan made Cure videos

2012-01-21T11:20:00.002-06:00

Faith (Rome June 4th, 1989) by Vicky
Want & Faith by MafiaEMafiaTV
(Thanks Vicky and Leonor)

Rock in Roma "exclusive" set

2012-01-18T10:42:00.005-06:00

So the Rock in Roma website says The Cure will be doing a nearly 3 hour "exclusive" set there, including "unreleased" songs. Maybe they mean b-sides?
Update: No, looks like it was just a bad translation. In fact, I'd ignore the whole thing. If there's going to be "exclusive" sets anywhere, I'm sure Robert will say something about it.

History of the Sythesizer

2012-01-18T10:22:00.001-06:00

iCrates Magazine has a feature on the History of the Synthesizer with Roger.

Matthieu Hartley update

2012-01-17T10:29:00.002-06:00

Matthieu Hartley's new band, Icicle Thieves, plays The Brunswick in Brighton on Jan. 21st. (Thanks Beto)

Is this the festival map?

2012-01-16T16:02:00.025-06:00

(Update: We have a definitive answer about the map. It's fan made. See here. )

Is this the original version of the map image that Robert posted a few days ago? Or just someone getting creative? Thanks to Matt/TheSmudge for finding it at the Latitude Festival forum. It's originally from Openairguide.net. So just assuming for the moment that it could be real, can anyone connect these dots to actual festivals?
Obviously the map is unconfirmed and not official in any way. Just something fun to look at and consider for now.

A - Portugal (July 14th Optimus Alive)
B - Spain (July 12th-13th Bilbao BBK)
C - Spain (June 1st Primavera Sound)
D - France (June 29th-July 1st Les Eurockeennes)
E - France (June 29th-July 1st Main Square Festival?)
F - Netherlands (May 26th Pinkpop Festival)
G - Switzerland?
H - Italy (July 7th Heineken Jammin')
I - Italy (July 9th Rock in Roma)
J - Germany (June 22nd-24th Southside Festival)
K - Denmark (July 5th-8th Roskilde Festival)
L - Sweden (June 14th-16th Hultsfred Festival)
M - Germany (June 22nd-24th Hurricane Festival)
N - Austria?
O - Russia
P - No P on map
Q - England (Aug. 24th - 26th Reading & Leeds Festivals?)
R - Ireland (Aug. 31st - Sept. 2nd Electric Picnic?)
(Thanks The Smudge, Danny, Moggieboy, John, Perfect.Murder)

Bettie Page's Plastic Passion

2012-01-16T10:36:00.000-06:00

From the Who Knew? file: Bettie Page did a video for The Cure's 'Plastic Passion'. : ) (Thanks @moggieboy)

Cure Glastonbury 1990

2012-01-16T10:15:00.002-06:00

Aired on BBC Radio 6's Live Music Hour. (Thanks Aaron and Benj)

Dresden Dolls borrow a RS-1000

2012-01-14T14:42:00.005-06:00

"The DRESDEN DOLLS did a 'ninja gig' in a park in Fremantle (Australia) this afternoon...Brian used my Robert Smith acoustic for the show :) They even played 'Inbetween Days'! (i have video!) he was really impressed with the RS-1000... I made him give it back though! That's me with them in the last pic :)" (Thanks Brad)

History made: The Cure, Wellington

2012-01-14T14:11:00.002-06:00

Article about The Cure in New Zealand 1981.
(Thanks Kate and Aaron)

Vive Le Rock #5: The Four Ages of Bob

2012-01-14T14:03:00.002-06:00

Scans of a new Cure article in issue #5 of Vive Le Rock magazine. (Thanks Perfect.Murder)

Schecter 2012 Cure models

2012-01-13T16:31:00.004-06:00

Schecter just posted their 2012 catalog. Here are the new Robert and Simon models.

Schecter just posted this on their Facebook page.

Rumor: Cure to play Reading & Leeds?

2012-01-10T12:03:00.007-06:00

It's one of those days where the rumors are flying all around. Here's a new one that would make a lot of fans happy IF it's true:
"a good friend of mine who i would class as a reliable source called me rather excited as he has been informed by a UK promoter The Cure will be playing the Reading/Leeds festivals in late August. Official announcements are not due until March but i guess 'watch this space' ". (Thanks John)

Again, keep an eye on the official site for any confirmations and official news on all of these rumored shows.

And just to be absolutely clear, as of today, The Cure have not announced/confirmed ANY shows for 2012.

Rumor: Cure play Pinkpop festival in May?

2012-01-10T11:24:00.003-06:00

"It is rumored that the Cure will play The Pinkpop festival in The Netherlands in the weekend of 26-28 May. This morning radio 3FM dj Giel had a phone conversation with the organizer and he said that they have been on the shortlist for a couple of years. He confirmed that there have been negotiations before Christmas, but nothing definitive yet. The organizer memorized the epic 1986 Cure performance at The Pinkpop festival which helped ‘save’ the festival which experienced some bad years…..especially in 1985." (Thanks Peter)

"According to the website festileaks.com will the Cure play Pinkpop. Jan Smeets, the big Pinkpop boss, seems to spread the word, but he will not officially confirm it." (Thanks Anja)

Just another rumor at this time, and nothing confirmed or official. As always, until a show is listed at the official site, it isn't happening. But lets hope for some good news soon.

Robert & Simon 4Tour photos

2012-01-04T15:46:00.002-06:00

"I was looking into some of my old pics of THE CURE and among others I discovered these from 4TOUR MUNICH 25/FEB/2008 with Robert and Simon before the show I never uploaded… nice to see Simon with red hair again! : )" (Thanks @marsworld)

Musikexpress Heroes: The Cure

2012-01-03T11:23:00.002-06:00

Part 7 of the Musikexpress (English translation) series features The Cure. (Thanks David)

'Killing an Arab' articles in France

2011-12-31T13:51:00.004-06:00

Couple of recent French articles that mention the 'Killing an Arab' "controversy". Allo Music (English) takes a look at racism in English rock, And Novo Press (English) laments the changing of the title to 'Killing Another' on the Bestival CD. (Thanks David)
And as most of you are aware, Robert changed it back to Arab at the recent Reflections shows.

Problems with Cure Trainers?

2011-12-31T13:01:00.002-06:00

Charles got this email just before Christmas:
"We are writing to you with regard to the order you have placed with us for The Cure Trainers. We have recently received the Cure Trainers into our warehouse and very sadly they have failed our quality checking process. We are in urgent talks with our suppliers to investigate how to resolve the manufacturing quality. We are aware how long you have been waiting for these items and have therefore taken the decision to refund you for these items today. The money will be in your account immediately but may take up to 5 working days to appear on your statement. Please accept our sincere apologies at having to disappoint you. Rest assured we will get back in contact with you if we achieve a positive outcome and can advise that the trainers are available. Kindest regards, The Sandbag Team"
Did anyone get any? If so, which style?

Merry Christmas

2011-12-23T10:04:00.004-06:00

Joyeux Noël and the happiest of holidays to you all!

The Cure - Merry Christmas Everybody
(Wembley Arena - Dec. 9th, 1987)

Siouxsie & the Banshees - Il Est Ne Le Divin Enfant
(Dec. 15th, 1982)

Originally posted at Thecure.com (Dec. 2001)

Rumor: Cure at Bilbao BBK Live 2012

2011-12-20T12:08:00.005-06:00

Another European festival rumor, this time for Spain. Conciertos Ultrasonicos (English translation) says The Cure will be headlining the Bilbao BBK Live 2012 festival with Radiohead in July.
(Thanks ikbenwel)

Again, just like with the Rockwave rumor, until/unless it's listed at Thecure.com, it isn't happening. Just something interesting to keep an eye on in the coming months. Let's hope these rumors, and the ones still to come, turn out to be true.

Bestival set is #1 on Top Live Shows 2011 list

2011-12-19T09:54:00.003-06:00

The Cure's set at Bestival takes the #1 spot on Drowned In Sound's My Top 10 live shows of 2011 by Dom Gourlay.

The Cure: A Curious Day Out in Bournemouth

2011-12-19T09:51:00.002-06:00

April 1980 article/interview from Vague fanzine #5
(Thanks @is_maith_liom)

New EP from Compact Space

2011-12-19T09:50:00.004-06:00

Compact Space - "Who Says It's Real" EP
Digital Release 05/01/12
1. WSIR? Radio Mix (by Flood)
2. What I Want (new track)
3. WSIR? Black Swan Mix (by Flood)

Compact Space : "Who Says It's Real" - Radio/Black Swan mixes by Flood - new entry at number two on the German Alternative Club chart. (Thanks Daryl)

New version of Friday for Secret 7"?

2011-12-15T09:01:00.005-06:00

"Larry The Duck (DJ on Sirius/XM) just reported that as part of the Wish re-issue, Friday I'm in Love is being re-recorded for a 7" release for Record Store Day next April." (Thanks Brian)

Goes without saying that this is in no way official or confirmed until it's on the official site, and could be a misunderstanding on Larry's part. We do know that Friday will be getting released as part of the Secret 7" Record Store Day 2012 event, and that 'Wish' Deluxe is scheduled for release in 2012, but there has been no official word on a re-recording of Friday.

'Wish' Deluxe CD in 2012 & new album?

2011-12-15T09:00:00.000-06:00

Along with the news of the Secret 7" art competition, there was this included in the bio at the Talenthouse website:
"The Cure have been re-issuing re-mastered versions of their early albums since 2003, with 1992's 'Wish' (the album that carries the single 'Friday I'm In Love') scheduled for the 'deluxe re-release' treatment in 2012....The band are currently working on a new studio album"

Hope this is accurate, and part of what Robert was alluding to as "STUFF BUBBLING AWAY IN THE BASEMENT".

Update (12-15): Have been told that this news was provided to Talenthouse by an official band source. (Thanks Joerg)

Rumor: Cure at Rockwave Festival 2012

2011-12-15T08:31:00.003-06:00

In no way confirmed or official, just an interesting rumor - Greek music site Postwave (rough English translation) is reporting that The Cure are all but confirmed (key part there) to play the Rockwave Festival in Greece on June 30th, 2012.
We can probably expect a flood of these sorts of rumors over the next few months, most of which will be turn out to be false. (Thanks Spyros)

Cure Reflections London: Photo Documentary

2011-12-13T10:51:00.003-06:00

"I am a French free-lance graphic designer & photographer, huge fan (do i need to say ?) of the Cure since 25 years, i think you might be interested by this: I just finished a kind of "PHOTO DOCUMENTARY" about the Royal Albert Hall 2011 Concert for my "souvenirs"...everything is explained on this page, if you want to have a look." (Thanks Michael)

Cure music helps trapped Russian girl

2011-12-13T09:37:00.000-06:00

Russian girl trapped for 9 years in her mother's apartment says The Cure “music in my player made my dark days a bit brighter”, wants a poster of the band. (Thanks Vera)

Cure not inducted into R & R Hall of Fame

2011-12-07T08:41:00.004-06:00

The Cure were not chosen for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year. See the full list of inductees here. This does not mean they will never get in, they just didn't make it on their first attempt. (Thanks Curepol)

Update: Very nice articles about this at the CNN Geek Out blog and PopMatters. (Thanks Frank and Slicingeyeballs)

Cure to release live Bestival CD

2011-12-06T14:16:00.013-06:00

Double CD release on Dec. 5th (UK & Europe) / 6th (North America) to benefit the Isle of Wight Youth Trust. Check the official site for the details.

Reports at The Guardian, NME, Pitchfork, Uncut, Bestiblog, Slicing Up Eyeballs, Consequence of Sound, Isle of Wight County Press, Fact Mag, Pix Bear.
(Thanks fatpie1664, Heron, Perfect.Murder, David)

Reviews: Pop Matters / Blinded by Sound / New Zealand Herald / Cambridge News / The Gap / Pitchfork / Liberation Next / Peek a Boo / Entertainment Weekly / Drowned in Sound / Consequence of Sound / Buzzine / Atlanta Music Guide / BBC / Virtual Festivals / The Skinny

Update (Dec. 1st): Rob da Bank talks about the show and the release of the album. (Thanks Aaron)

Update (Dec. 6th): Listen to the album on Rdio or Spotify. (Thanks Jason and Heron)

Update (Dec. 13th): Sunday Best has posted 3 official videos from the show - Close to Me, A Forest, and Just Like Heaven.

Update (Dec. 13th): The album didn't make the UK Top 100 Albums chart, but came in at #12 on the Top 40 Indie Albums chart. (Thanks Aaron)

More from Robert

2011-12-06T09:07:00.003-06:00

In response to fans worried about him not signing things in the future, Robert replied in the comments at the official site:
SIGNING...
IT'S UNLIKELY I WILL STOP SIGNING STUFF... BUT ITS USUALLY CHAOTIC PRE/POST SHOW - THROUGH FENCES/BUS WINDOWS/STAGGERING INTO HOTELS ETC ETC!!! - SO HARD IN THOSE MOMENTS TO DETERMINE WHO IS 'REAL' AND WHO ISN'T... I SUPPOSE MY POINT IS MORE THAT IF DEMAND FOR OVERPRICED SIGNED TAT DISAPPEARS, THE EBAYHOUNDS WILL FOLLOW SUIT... ? (SIGNING "TO XXX... " IS ALWAYS GOOD IDEA, BUT MORE OFTEN THAN NOT IMPRACTICAL... THERE IS USUALLY MORE THAN ONE PERSON TALKING AT ONCE (?!!) AND THE TIME IT WOULD TAKE WOULD LIKELY MEAN I WOULDN'T GET A SOUNDCHECK/GET WHERE I'M GOING/MAKE IT TO BED!)

Christina Applegate talks about The Cure

2011-12-06T09:05:00.004-06:00

Christina Applegate was on Jimmy Kimmel last night (watch at 21:02, also on Youtube), and talked about loving The Cure at 13, Goths, attending Reflections LA, and needing a nap during the Faith set. : ) (Thanks Alan)

The Cure at Bestival on Sky 3D

2011-12-05T14:14:00.006-06:00

From the Bestival email: The Cure at Bestival on Sky 3D - Dec. 9th at 21:00 / Jan. 11th at 23:00 / Jan. 14th at 24:00 / Jan. 19th at 21:00.
Bestival Highlights: Sky Arts - Dec 29 at 12:30
Bestival Highlights: Sky 3D - Dec 21 at 19:30 & Jan. 28 at 15:30
Bestival Backstage: Sky 3D - Dec 24 at 24:00 & Jan 20 at 21:00

Universal also sent out an email today, promoting that box set of the first 5 albums and links to some photos from the Reflections London show.

Robert Smith UltraCure VI

2011-12-02T13:59:00.006-06:00

New from Schecter, the Robert Smith UltraCure VI 2012. Out next year. More photos here. (Thanks Brad)

Update: Robert has updated the official site, and also posted some more thoughts in the comments:

SCHECTER ULTRACURE RSV1 BASS AND GALLUP BASS!!!

PS IN OTHER 'GUITAR' NEWS... THERE IS A SCHECTER ULTRACURE RSV1 BASS OUT IN SPRING - AFTER A FEW DIFFERENT VERSIONS I SETTLED FOR A MAPLE NECK MODEL, WITH 3 SINGLE COIL PICKUPS AND 3-WAY SELECTOR SWITCH - IT SOUNDS AND PLAYS AS CLOSE TO MY DISINTEGRATION ERA FAVE FENDER V1 AS IS POSSIBLE... BUT WITH THE ADDED BONUS OF 24 FRETS, EXTRA TONE CHOICES AND NO TUNING ISSUES! IT IS SO LOVELY... AS IS SIMONS SCHECTER ULTRACURE BASS... MORE ON THESE INSTRUMENTS SOON...

PICKUPS
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Cure on Blank & Jones 'Chilltronica No 3'

2011-12-02T09:28:00.006-06:00

The Cure are featured on Blank & Jones' 'Chilltronica No 3' album, with 'All Cats Are Grey' (only on the German version?), and a cover of 'Homesick' by B & J, which was approved by Robert Smith personally. Watch the trailer here. (Thanks BOA)

You can get the 'Homesick' cover at Amazon US and UK, too.

Ad for Simon's Ultra Bass

2011-11-29T19:07:00.008-06:00

"It's not a Schecter ad (it's fucking terrible!), but at least you can see the bass...from Guitar World's Holiday Buyers Guide... It's a preview, the Simon bass is 'soon-to-be-released'."
Click here for larger version of the ad.

As previously reported, it should be released in January.
(Thanks Brad)

Cure Fans photoshoot in LA

2011-11-29T18:55:00.003-06:00

"I’m starting a personal photo project which will feature portraits of hardcore Cure fans. I was inspired to do this after seeing last week’s Cure show at the Pantages, and being an avid Cure fan myself I’m confident that this will be a cool project."
See Scott's blog for more info. (Thanks Andythecurefan)

Thank You!

2011-11-28T07:35:00.003-06:00

Just wanted to say thank you to Robert, Simon, Jason, Roger and Lol, for giving us these extraordinary shows. As I said after Friday night, The Cure's professionalism, their dedication to perfection, and their hard work in getting this show to such a high level, was so evident! I have no idea how you managed to play 6 of these shows in 7 days, and not be completely exhausted, but if you were, it certainly didn't show. We can't thank you enough for bringing the shows to more fans, and not just limiting them to Australia. That made so many people happy. So once again, thank you! Now get some rest, have a very happy holiday season, and let's do it all again next year! : )

Cure Reflections NYC - Night 3

2011-11-27T15:48:00.040-06:00

Setlist
Reviews: NBC New York
Photos: Bill (with review) English translation / Adrian / Gaelle Beri / Marvin (meeting the band) Vicky / She Said Boom!! / Angie Mason / Curepol (& brief videos) / bombaykino / dmz75

Videos: Cure arriving & meeting fans / Killing An Arab / Boys Don't Cry ("We'll see you again next year") / Subway Song / In Your House / Hanging Garden 1 - 2 - 3 / Fire In Cairo / 10:15 Saturday Night - Accuracy / Close To Me / Robert with fans outside the Beacon / Faith / It's Not You / Three Imaginary Boys 1 - 2 / Let's Go to Bed 1 - 2 / Jumping Someone Else's Train / Primary / Meathook / Three / Drowning Man / Splintered in Her Head / Charlotte Sometimes 1 - 2 / Holy Hour / World War / A Reflection - Play For Today 1 - 2 / Leaning on a Lamp Post - Descent / Plastic Passion / Robert intros Faith set & Holy Hour / All Cats Are Grey 1 - 2 / Secrets / Foxy Lady 1 - 2 / Boys Don't Cry / The Caterpillar / Inbetween Days / Funeral Party / Play For Today 1 - 2 / A Forest 1 - 2 / Grinding Halt / 10:15 Saturday Night 1 - 2 / Lovecats

Here we go...the final Reflections show. The final chance to see this incredibly special event. If you are anywhere near by, and can get a ticket, go! I swear it's the best money you'll spend this holiday season.
So is everyone ready? Ready to show the band how much NYC loves and supports them? Be respectful to those around you, but don't hold back tonight. Dance, sing, scream, clap, cry, or just concentrate on the fantastic music they are playing, whatever you feel! You'll never get to live this night again, so make the most of it! And above all, have a great time!

Cure Reflections NYC - Night 2

2011-11-26T11:44:00.035-06:00

Setlist
Audio: FLAC (Dime)
Photos: Discordance / Cindy / Vicky / Meta Negemi / sdowen / Metro Boston
Note: If you would like to request any of Mauro's photos from Discordance, please email him at photo(at)mauromelis(dot)fr. No commercial use.

Videos: Cindy's Playlist / Faith / Seventeen Seconds / Killing An Arab / Caterpillar / Doubt / Primary / Seventeen Seconds / Final Sound - A Forest / Three / A Reflection - Play For Today / Three Imaginary Boys / Fire In Cairo / Grinding Halt / Robert talks with fans / Do the Hansa 1 - 2 - 3 / Descent / A Forest / Perfect.Murder's videos / Lukretiah's videos / gcf1971's videos

11:36 PM - The Caterpillar! And Inbetween Days, again!
11:14 PM - JarlNelson - Crowd definitely more into it than last night. I wonder what tomorrow holds? We shall see during night 3.

11:04 PM - spiggy - that was a very dance-y another journey from Robert
10:40 PM - do the hansa!!!
10:36 PM - deadhoarse - some extra lyrics on faith. "I'll wait for you where I always wait"??? 2late? Hard to make out what is said
10:15 PM - _vera_a_ - all cats was perfect - hope someone got it.
10:04 PM - _vera_a_ - primary - some serious singing-along! Crowd is more enthusiastic than yesterday.

9:55 PM - deadhoarse - about to come back for faith. Going by too fast!
9:51 PM - Fragmnts - 17 seconds just ended seconds ago. much closer to the stage tonight. I can't report seeing tim burton, trent reznor, or john mcclain, but my girlfriend tells me one of the guys from twilight is in front of us. he seems pretty disinterested, but good thing he's doing his homework. not one of the main guys. faith coming up....
8:58 PM - deadhoarse - hallway cram again. It started around same time as last night, 8:25? Tib seemed to fly by so quick, playing Tib (song) now

8:49 PM - deadhoarse - RS: "this song is called Plainsong" then they played 10:15. Don't tease us like that Robert!

Have a great time tonight! Don't know when I'll be back to update, but please let us know if there are any more surprises, and just let us all know what you thought of this incredible show. And be a great audience for them. They truly deserve it!

Cure Reflections NYC - Night 1

2011-11-25T13:24:00.036-06:00

Setlist
Reviews: New York Times (article scan)
Audio: 16 bit on Dime / 24 bit on Dime / T.U.B.E.
Photos: Cindy / Paul / Vicky / She Said Boom!! / Brooklyn Vegan / Matthew Eisman / Greg Leo / Fucking Nostalgic / Aleksandar / Moresweetsoul / Cerdsp / Time Out & Wall St. Journal (preview articles)

Videos: Cindy's Playlist / Drowning Man / Three Imaginary Boys / Primary / A Reflection / Splintered in Her Head / Charlotte Sometimes / Doubt 1 - 2 / I'm Cold / Charlotte Sometimes - Drowning Man / Lovecats - Inbetween Days / The Hanging Garden / The Walk / Seventeen Seconds / Drowning Man 1 - 2 / Faith / Robert intros the 1st encore / A Forest 1 - 2 - 3 / Robert intro - 10:15 Saturday Night 1 - 2 / Boys Don't Cry - Killing An Arab - Jumping Someone Else's Train / Let's Go To Bed - The Walk - Lovecats - Inbetween Days / Accuracy / So What / Fire In Cairo / Secrets / M 1 - 2 / A Reflection - Play For Today / The Holy Hour 1 - 2 - 3 / In Your House / Weedy Burton / Let's Go To Bed 1 - 2 / Primary 1 - 2 - 3 / Foxy Lady / Subway Song / Object 1 - 2 / 10:15 Saturday Night 1 - 2 / Plastic Passion / Another Day / Meathook / Grinding Halt 1 - 2 - 3 / Inbetween Days 1 - 2 - 3 / Boys Don't Cry - Killing An Arab / Robert signs autographs 1 - 2 / Curepol's video

Thanks Paivi

For the first time in 7 long years, I can finally say I'm going to see The Cure again! A Cure with Roger O'Donnell and Lol Tolhurst! A true Black Friday in NYC. : ) But are you ready, NYC? You going to be the best Reflections crowd yet? Going to put LA to shame? Going to actually sing along to the keyboard parts in 'Play For Today'? Of course you are! This is NYC! Have a great time tonight, and please enjoy these shows for the very special events they are.

For tonight, I will try to keep you updated as best as I can on Twitter. I hope you can see them posted above. If not, just check here.

Cure Reflections LA - Night 3

2011-11-23T17:19:00.068-06:00

Setlist
Live show notes & photos here
Reviews: Consequence of Sound
Photos: Andythecurefan
Audio: Ema / Dime 1 / Dime 2

Videos: Faith set / Three / World War - I'm Cold - Plastic Passion / The Walk - The Lovecats / So What - Fire in Cairo / Doubt / I'm Cold / Secrets / Seventeen Seconds 1 - 2 / World War / Weedy Burton 1 - 2 / Other Voices / At Night / A Reflection - Play For Today / The Holy Hour / Drowning Man / Lovecats / The Walk 1 - 2 / Let's Go to Bed 1 - 2 - 3 / Hanging Garden 1 - 2 - 3 / Splintered in Her Head 1 - 2 / Descent / Jumping Someone Else's Train / Killing An Arab 1 - 2 / Boys Don't Cry / All Cats Are Grey 1 - 2 - 3 / Primary 1 - 2 / A Forest 1 - 2 / Final Sound / Object / Faith 1 - 2 - 3

Cure Reflections LA - Night 2

2011-11-22T19:27:00.013-06:00

Setlist
Photos: Darrell / Hazyskyline / Olivier / Last Stars
Reviews: Orange County Register / LA Weekly
Audio: Dime / T.U.B.E.
Video: The Walk / Let's Go to Bed / Hanging Garden / Charlotte Sometimes / Splintered in Her Head / Boys Don't Cry - Killing An Arab - Jumping Someone Else's Train - Another Journey By Train / 10:15 Saturday Night / Foxy Lady / Subway Song / Other Voices / Let's Go to Bed - The Walk - Lovecats / Lovecats 1 - 2

Very sorry about the lack of updates, but I flew to NYC early this morning, and haven't had time. Also, I'm very sick. : ( Don't know when I will catch up, but if you guys can help me, by posting links to videos, photos, reviews, etc., in the comments for the appropriate show, that would be a huge help! Thank you so much!

Cure Reflections LA - Night 1

2011-11-21T18:03:00.068-06:00

Setlist
Reviews: CoolHunting Project / Noozhawk
Audio: Dime Source 1 / Dime Source 2 / T.U.B.E.
Photos: CoolHunting Project / Debi / April / Darrell / Wontoncruelty / Sad Giraffe / Soundspike / Paul R. Giunta / Olivier
Video: 10:15 Saturday Night 1 - 2 - 3 / Another Day / Fire in Cairo 1 - 2/ Subway Song / Foxy Lady / Three Imaginary Boys & Weedy Burton / Weedy Burton / A Reflection - Play For Today / A Reflection / Play For Today / Secrets / Three 1 - 2 / In Your House / Final Sound - A Forest / A Forest 1 - 2 / At Night / Holy Hour / Primary / All Cats Are Grey / Funeral Party / Faith / Killing An Arab / Jumping Someone Else's Train & Another Journey by Train / The Lovecats

11:09 PM - HaloCure13 - And Lovecats closes out an amazing first night!!!! http://t.co/upXRIyhU

11:04 PM - nodoubt: Best encore ever! - tony pic.twitter.com/VGL7be1T

10:35 PM - nodoubt: Jumping some one else's train pic.twitter.com/K8nZt9HF

9:43 PM - trent_reznor: The Cure continue to impress. Love those guys.

9:16 PM - nodoubt: This is so fun to watch the cure doing a special set. Adrian pic.twitter.com/o1QiKREN

9:07 PM - nodoubt: The Forest! No better way to spend a Monday night in LA - tony pic.twitter.com/P927k4hY

8:43 PM - Olivier: Sound of rain, thunder rumbling - on tape.

8:25 PM - Olivier: In Sydney it was a well-rehearsed filmed performance. Here this is a full-fledged Cure show! The energy is amazing, great crowd.

8:24 PM - Jeff reports that Trent Reznor is also at the show tonight.

8:24 PM - dannylohner: THE CURE rt now! ReflectionsTour t.co/ml3PV6aP

8:03 PM - Olivier: The entire theatre is standing up and screaming. "This is 1979."

8:01 PM - Olivier reports that the show has started right on time.

7:54 PM - HaloCure13: New tour poster and giant robert banner http://t.co/PGx6XoQK http://t.co/eVsx3A6a

7:53 PM - HaloCure13: very fun meetup tonight!! Total Cure fan madness http://yfrog.com/kgwk9uzj http://t.co/N1JI9F7r

7:09 PM - Olivier: Small cameras are allowed - no flash photography - no recording nor filming of any kind.

7:06 PM - Olivier: Interior doors just opened. Birds chirping in the speakers. Photo of the merchandise.

5:28 PM - Boardners - We are having the OFFICIAL Cure AfterParty TONITE here at Boardners!

3:13 PM - DitaVonTeese - So excited to see The Cure play tonight in Hollywood!!! I can't wait!! One of my favorite photo-ops EVER. Starstruck! http://t.co/KxsFyxfM
(Note: I'm pretty sure that isn't a current photo, just one from the Curiosa era in 04.)

(Thanks Olivier)

Hope everyone has a great time at the show! Not sure how much I'll be around tonight, I have a big NY Trip to prepare for, but will update as much as I can. I think you already know the setlist, right? : ) And be sure to check Olivier's Reflections page for updates, too.

Big Wheel interview with Lol

2011-11-19T14:12:00.002-06:00

There's a very nice interview with Lol at Big Wheel Magazine. (Thanks Carnage Visors)

'Plainsong' live from Bestival

2011-11-19T09:25:00.002-06:00

It aired on BBC 6 Music during the Gideon Coe show on Nov. 17th. Starts at 2:01:41. (Thanks Aaron)

Cure Reflections London

2011-11-17T09:52:00.023-06:00

Setlist, live show updates & photos are here.
Merchandise photos
Reviews: The Gap / Extreme Listening Mode / Gian @ Cureuphoria / Louder Than War / The Final Word / The Independent / The Guardian / The Telegraph / Gaffa
Audio: FLAC - Dime / T.U.B.E. MP3 - Part 1 / 2 / 3
(Thanks Andreas)

Photos: Michael Levy / Jo Nightingale / Jerome / Federilli / On Nights Like This (3IB set / 17 Seconds set 1 - 2 / Faith 1 - 2 / Encores) / Paul / Julian / Catstress / Bruciebonus / Mitchypop / Maxvon_d / Strange Artifact / Planet Me / Aaron Law / Lee Taylor / Marion / Marsworld 1 - 2 / Like-Cockatoo / Stuart-Lee / Exhibit-M / FenderJaguar / John Logan 1 - 2 / Yang / URLgoeshere / Vicky (meetup & show) / Japanese Popstars with Robert

Video: 10:15 Saturday Night / Accuracy 1 - 2 / Grinding Halt 1 - 2 / Another Day 1 - 2 / So What 1 - 2 / Subway Song 1 - 2 - 3 / Subway Song & Foxy Lady / Foxy Lady 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 / Meathook / Meathook - So What - Fire In Cairo - It's Not You - Three Imaginary Boys / Object 1 - 2 - 3 / Fire In Cairo 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 / It's Not You / Three Imaginary Boys 1 - 2 - 3 / Weedy Burton

A Reflection / A Reflection & Play For Today 1 - 2 - 3 / Play For Today / Secrets 1 - 2 / In Your House / Three 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 / Three & Final Sound / Three - Final Sound - A Forest / Three - Final Sound - A Forest - M / Final Sound & A Forest / A Forest 1 - 2 - 3 / M 1 & 2 / At Night 1 - 2 / Seventeen Seconds 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5

Holy Hour 1 - 2 - 3 / Primary 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 / Other Voices 1 - 2 - 3 / All Cats Are Grey 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 / Funeral Party 1 - 2 - 3 / Doubt / Drowning Man 1 - 2 - 3 / Drowning Man & Faith / Faith 1 - 2 - 3 / Full Faith set

Robert can't do "patter" / World War / I'm Cold 1 - 2 / Boys Don't Cry 1 - 2 / Boys Don't Cry & Killing An Arab / Killing An Arab 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 / Jumping Someone Else's Train / Another Journey By Train

Descent (Simon loses his pick in the fog) / Splintered in Her Head 1 - 2 - 3 / Charlotte Sometimes 1 - 2 - 3 / Hanging Garden

Let's Go To Bed 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 / The Walk 1 - 2 / Lovecats 1 - 2 / Encores (Partial) / Highlights / Merchandise / a bit of the soundcheck (just audio from the corridor) / Roger meeting fans before the show

(Thanks to Marsworld, ghostfinder, stenweb, Perfect.Murder and MrJohnLogan for help with the live updates)

NY Trip help and advice

2011-11-16T23:08:00.002-06:00

Have a question about your trip to NYC? Or need some help with something? Ask here, and maybe someone can help.

Cure shoes & Reflections merchandise online

2011-11-16T16:01:00.003-06:00

Update: Even more stuff has been added today. And the Screen Print added today.

Plus other Reflections merchandise available here.
(Thanks Perfect.Murder and Heron)

Tim Burton at Cure Reflections London

2011-11-15T13:10:00.005-06:00

7:20 PM (UK): ghostfinder - "I'm sitting next to Tim Burton. OMFG. Blinded him with the flash! Tim Fucking Burton. Shook his hand. He's very nice!"
7:10 PM (UK): Perfect.Murder - "Tim Burton is sitting 3 rows away from me"

Other celebrities spotted at the show included Bobby Gillespie from Prinal Scream, James McCartney, The Japanese Popstars, Alison Shaw from Cranes, Steve Hewitt (former Placebo drummer) and Jay Aston from Gene Loves Jezebel. (Thanks Thomas, Andreas, Swinging Andonais and Zap)

Bestival on Arte

2011-11-13T09:59:00.004-06:00

"ARTE (and ARTE HD) will show parts of this years Bestival on Saturday, 12th November 2011 at 10.55 pm CET and again in the night from Thursday, 24th November to Friday at 2.20 am. It will be 80 min long and include parts of some concerts and interviews with the artists." (Thanks Schneeflocke and Tobias)
See a preview here. (Thanks Bill)

Update: They aired 'Inbetween Days', 'Jumping Someone Else's Train' and 'Killing An Arab'. You can watch it here (only if you're in France or Germany).
(Thanks Exploding Cure, Fab G and Olivier)

Cure Bestival poster

2011-11-12T15:52:00.000-06:00

Update (11/12): What is said to be the final poster for sale, has now been listed on ebay.

Update: The artist has a 2nd printing available, limited to 50 prints. (Thanks John)

From Matt (the artist) on Facebook: "Hang tight Cure Fans ive stopped the orders so I can catch up on the other orders. I will re list them ill give you a day and a time but they are on a first come first served basis. Ta! mattx".
Also, looks like Robert wants one, too - "Robert Smith wants one of my posters... I am star struck in an email" (Thanks Antti)

Limited edition (100 printed) Cure Bestival poster announced. (Thanks to Lovecat @ curetrade.de)

Obi-Wan Kenobi covers 'Friday I'm in Love'

2011-11-12T11:10:00.003-06:00

Ewan McGregor covered 'Friday I'm In Love' for a charity show in Los Angeles on Thursday night. Read the story at E! (Thanks Jeff)

Fan meetups for Reflections NYC

2011-11-11T08:00:00.000-06:00

Pre-show Nov. 25th, 26th 27th around 5ish (or earlier even)
The Columbus Tavern (in the lounge area)
269 Columbus ave Between 72nd & 73rd
All ages welcome

Post show Sat 11/26
The Pyramid Club in the east village Ave A and 7th
Upstairs is 80's and downstairs is industrial goth
(Thanks to Roger @ The Cure For MFC)

Wish Tour necklace for sale

2011-11-10T12:23:00.002-06:00

I know there are quite a few people looking for one, so posting on the main page where more will see it: "For Sale: Wish Fish / Bird Necklace (as new, never worn) is a complete original. If interested please mail me your bid at treaburke(at)hotmail(dot)com" (Thanks Trea)

Roger interview with Spinner

2011-11-08T16:45:00.002-06:00

Interview with Roger at Spinner. (Thanks Heron, Kate and Debi)

TM "over the ticket limit" notices going out

2011-11-08T15:46:00.005-06:00

"Not a problem for me but it’s a bit spooky how they managed to find out that two different credit cards tied to two separate billing addresses belong to the same guy."

From: Notification [mailto:Notification@Ticketmaster.com]
Sent: Tuesday, November 08, 2011 11:21
Subject: ALERT: THE CURE TICKET LIMIT

Attention ticket holder!

The total number of tickets you have ordered for the below event exceeds the limit of 2 tickets, as posted on ticketmaster.com

To see which of your order(s) were cancelled, visit Ticketmaster.com and sign into your account to view your order history at: https://www.ticketmaster.com/member/order_history
(Thanks Olivier)

Update: "I just checked my account and I was able to print the tickets that I purchased, finally!" (Thanks Heron)

'Seventeen Seconds' vinyl reissue

2011-11-08T12:15:00.001-06:00

Listed at The Ideal Copy with a Nov. 8th release date.

7 "mini LP" Cure CDs reissued in Japan

2011-11-08T12:01:00.003-06:00

From CDJapan: "Japan-only thirtieth anniversary cardboard sleeve reissues from The Cure featuring the high-quality SHM-CD audio CD format (playable on standard CD players) and cardboard sleeve replica of the original UK E-style jacket artwork with inner bag. Part of a seven-album The Cure cardboard sleeve reissue series featuring the albums "Three Imaginary Boys," "Seventeen Seconds," "Faith," "Pornography," "The Top," "The Head on The Door," and "Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me." Release date is Dec. 29th, 2011.
I'm guessing these are just reissues/restock of the ones released in 2008.

The artist behind the Reflections tour admat

2011-11-08T11:09:00.000-06:00

"Here's a blog post from the artist who created the "admat" for the Cure's current Reflections shows." (Thanks Heron)

A look inside the Beacon Theatre

2011-11-06T10:06:00.006-06:00

In the balcony for the Reflections shows? Here's a great panoramic view, giving you an idea of your view of the show. (Thanks Untitled)

Win tickets to Reflections London

2011-11-04T14:49:00.004-05:00

From the Universal email: "We are running an amazing competition to win a pair of tickets to the sold out Reflections show at the Royal Albert Hall on Tuesday November 15th, but be quick as it ends midday on Thursday 10th November. Click here to enter!" (Thanks Deadboycraved)

'The Cure Classic Album Selection (1979-1984)'

2011-11-04T14:48:00.002-05:00

Amazon UK has a 5 CD box set listed for release on Dec. 5th, 2011, called 'The Cure Classic Album Selection (1979-1984)' that will include 'Three Imaginary Boys', 'Seventeen Seconds', 'Faith', 'Pornography' and 'The Top'.
(Thanks Aaron, Danny, and Fabien G)

Update: From the Universal email - "We are proud to announce the release of The Cure Classic Album Selection on 5th December. This 5CD box set includes mini-LPs housed in an attractive slipcase and provides the perfect album anthology of The Cure's career spanning the classic period 1979-1984."
(Thanks Deadboycraved)

Roger live in Toronto

2011-11-03T20:31:00.008-05:00

More photos here, and a couple of videos here & here. And this was listed in the program for the show: "At the request of Roger O'Donnell, tonight's concert is being recorded thanks to the generosity and expertise of Keith at SOUNDCHASER (soundchaser.ca) in the hope that iTunes sales can be directed to benefit programs for young musicians." (Thanks Shawn)

Nov. 3rd at Little Trinity Anglican Church in Toronto, Roger will be performing Quieter Trees with the Corktown Chamber Orchestra. Here's some video from rehearsals.

Compilation of Springwatch Cure mentions

2011-11-03T11:00:00.005-05:00

Watch it here.

"For the benefit of non-UK CoF'ers, Springwatch is an annual BBC show (with a sister program Autumnwatch) which is on daily for about two weeks each year, and charts the fortunes of British wildlife during the changing of the seasons. It got my attention in 2009 when I found out that one of the presenters, Chris Packham, was shoehorning Smiths references into his live links (as seen on this YouTube video). I loved this, and then found out that this year he did the Manics. I had a quick google to see if he'd 'done' anyone in the interim year (fingers were crossed for The Cure as my wife is a MASSIVE fan). Sure enough, he had done them, and had even posted a handy blog about it on the BBC site - only snag being it had been on well over a year ago.

Fast forward to October this year - we were getting married on the 11th and I thought it would be a great idea to track down the series, find the clips and make the video. Perfect wedding present for my Cure-daft wife-to-be, I thought. Thanks to a handy torrent site I was ready to go. Didn't manage to get it done in time for the wedding but this is kinda the midpoint between the wedding and the Reflections show so there you go. Took well over 25 hours to do, including having to watch episode 10 four times right through in the (unsuccessful) attempt to find In Between Days. But - got all the rest though (eventually), so here you go.

PS - went down a treat with my wife Lorna - hope he doesn't do Depeche Mode next or I'm fucked."
(Thanks and congratulations, Alan & Lorna!)

Rubik's Cubes as Cure album covers

2011-11-03T09:59:00.004-05:00

"Space Invader is a famous french artist inspired by lot of 80's stuff : video games, movies... I saw a brief TV broadcast in which were shown some record covers made of hundreds of Rubick's cubes. Among them Pornography and Boys Don't Cry." (Thanks David)

A look back at La Route du Rock 2005

2011-11-03T09:54:00.002-05:00

M-La-Music (English translation) talks to a fan about The Cure's show at La Route du Rock 2005. (Thanks David)

Cure on Beacon Theatre marquee

2011-11-02T11:42:00.005-05:00

"While watching Conan in NY last night, they had a road trip segment on Andy driving from WB studios in LA, to the Beacon Theater in NY. When Andy finally got to the Beacon, The Marquee had THE CURE on it in big blue letters! The show has a lot of good shots of what the theater looks like inside. Conan will be at the beacon for the rest of the week if you want to see the theater, it is really beautiful in there. You can see it here at 7:09. Watch the ticker on the marquee!" (Thanks Carnage Visors)

Robert interview in Uncut

2011-10-31T22:55:00.000-05:00

There's a new interview with Robert in the December issue of Uncut magazine. (Thanks Chris)

Update: Added easier to read scans. (Thanks Perfect.Murder)

Reflections LA tickets for sale/trade

2011-10-31T13:14:00.000-05:00

A million thanks to everyone who sold tickets to other fans at face value and helped get more fans in to the show!

Cure Reflections LA ticket info

2011-10-31T10:04:00.003-05:00

Sold Out! But keep trying! Random tickets do still pop up occasionally. Try for single tickets instead of pairs. Try calling 800-745-3000.

Tickets are listed! Night 1 - Night 2 - Night 3
Very important note: There is a strict two (2) ticket limit across all three shows per household. You are allowed to purchase two (2) tickets only for one show. Any orders exceeding the ticket limit will be cancelled with out notification.

Official word from The Cure on Facebook:
On sale: Oct 31st at 10am Pacific
Prices: $101.50 / $81.50 / $61.50
TWO TICKETS PER PERSON MAXIMUM
(Thanks Robert, Lovecat and AndytheCurefan)

Reflections NYC tickets for sale/trade

2011-10-31T08:26:00.000-05:00

Have spare tickets you want to sell at face value, or want to try and work out a trade? Post in the comments or email me and I'll post for you.

Cure Reflections NYC ticket info

2011-10-31T08:05:00.002-05:00

Sold Out! But keep trying! Random tickets do still pop up occasionally.

Official word from The Cure on Facebook:
On sale: Oct 31st at 10am Eastern
Prices: $100.50 / $90.50 / $80.50 / $70.50 / $60.50
TWO TICKETS PER PERSON MAXIMUM
Now listed at Ticketmaster with this note - "Due to a strict over the ticket limit policy, tickets will not be printed / shipped until Monday November 7th, 2011."
(Thanks Robert, Lovecat, Dr. Fishbones and AndytheCurefan)

Curiosity plays Liege, Belgium on Nov. 18th

2011-10-29T10:01:00.002-05:00

"Last week I've seen the Belgium Cure cover band, they are absolutely great, and have another show scheduled on 18/11 in Liege, Belgium (concert hall "Le Tipi"). Infos here. This is really worth it, and their sound is really close to our fav band. Here is a vid from last week." (Thanks Eric)

Win a signed copy of 'Take Forever' single

2011-10-29T08:50:00.000-05:00

From Record Store: "Order the new Japanese Popstars single 'Take Forever' ft Robert Smith and you could win a signed copy by Robert Smith (The Cure)*"

Update: Robert has posted about this on the official site.

Update 2: Slicing Up Eyeballs is running a contest to win a signed copy.

Happy Birthday, Roger!

2011-10-29T00:01:00.000-05:00

A very Happy Birthday and Best Wishes to Roger O'Donnell! Hope you have a wonderful day and an even better night. Cheers!

And here's some video of the rehearsals for the Quieter Trees performance in Toronto on Nov. 3rd at Little Trinity Anglican Church with the Corktown Chamber Orchestra.

RAH tickets arriving

2011-10-27T11:23:00.005-05:00

Check your mail, UK fans, as the RAH tickets have started to arrive! The white bits are just to remove identifying marks on the ticket. (Thanks Goldie)

'Come To Me' free download

2011-10-27T09:29:00.002-05:00

Just in case you still don't have this, Rolling Stone has a free download of 'Come To Me' from 65daysofstatic and Robert. (Thanks Kate)
Also offered at Slicing Up Eyeballs and Pitchfork.

RAH Brochure

2011-10-20T09:56:00.005-05:00

Brochure from the Royal Albert Hall (Thanks Perfect.Murder)

Halloween Party for Sophie Barker's 'A Forest'

2011-10-20T09:28:00.000-05:00

"Halloween Party to mark Sophie Barker's release of her 'A Forest' cover. Oct. 31st at The Elgin Pub from 7PM onwards."
(Thanks Warren)

Update: Sophie was on the Steve Lamacq show on Nov. 5th and talked about The Cure and her cover. Listen here at 12:30. (Thanks Perfect.Murder)

More RAH tickets to be released soon

2011-10-19T00:05:00.008-05:00

Update (10/19/11): The info has been posted. On sale Thursday, Oct. 20th at noon. By phone (020 7589 8212) or at www.royalalberthall.com. You will need the passcode which you can find at the official site. Read the rules VERY carefully. (Thanks Perfect.Murder)

And in the comments, Robert adds:
ON THE CASE
AAAAAAGH... ON THE CAPITAL CASE!
Posted by CURE:ROBERT on 10/19/2011 12:25 AM (GMT-04:00)

Original post (10/16/11): Again from the comments at the official site -
MORE TICKETS - TO BE CLEAR (WHERE DID ALL MY PUNCTUATION GO?!!)
AS WE HAVE NOW FINALISED THE RAH PRODUCTION, A FEW HUNDRED "IN THE GODS" GALLERY STANDING TICKETS WILL SOON BE MADE AVAILABLE FOR £37.50 - THESE WILL BE THE LAST TICKETS TO BE SOLD - AND WE WILL BE SELLING THEM WITH THE 'SECURITY MEASURES' MENTIONED ABOVE IN PLACE… WE WILL THEN WAIT AND SEE IF ANY OF THESE TURN UP FOR RESALE! NEWS OF HOW AND WHEN THESE GALLERY TICKETS WILL BE PUT ONSALE WILL BE POSTED HERE AT www.thecure.com SOMETIME VERY SOON…
Posted by CURE:ROBERT on 10/16/2011 9:58 PM (GMT-04:00)

Update: Here's a look at the view from the Gallery. (Thanks Peter)