More US shows around ACL?

We've all been wondering if there was the possibility of The Cure playing a few US shows in between their 2 shows at ACL, and now it looks like the rumors are starting:

"My source deals with events at the University of Texas - El Paso, and she says that The Cure have been booked at the Don Haskins Center later this year.  She says it's a done deal, they are just setting up the date, said we should know by the end of the week.  Could it be?!?!?!?" (Thanks Carlos)

Obviously just a rumor at this time, and in no way even remotely confirmed. But fingers crossed for this one, and Houston, and New Orleans, and anywhere else they want to play between those ACL shows.

Update (06/20/13): Been told that this El Paso rumor is false. No Texas shows between ACL dates.Then again, plans can, and often do, change. We'll see.

'In Orange' on YouTube again

As Slicing Up Eyeballs pointed out a couple of days ago, someone has once again uploaded the complete version of 'The Cure In Orange' to YouTube. Now if only Robert and Tim would just "upload" it to DVD & Blu-ray. :)

Help with this photo? Mystery solved!

Anyone know who took this photo of Robert and Mark Gardener? Eric wants to include it in the 'Beautiful Noise' documentary. If you know the photographer, please let us know. Thanks!

Update: From @ian_read - "it was in either NME or Melody Maker (think it was June 1991?) for The Pixies Garden Party, sorry, but not sure who took it." Anyone have that issue and can look it up?

Update: The info has been found in Japan! "The article was from an old Japanese music magazine called "Music Life". The article said that the photo was from the Pixies show on June 8th, 1991 at Crystal Palace in London. Ride performed as the opening act and RS visited them. And you can find the credit of the photographer at the bottom of the scan which says; pic:Martyn Goodacre/s.i.n./orion press " (Thanks Anonymous)

Roger's 'The Story of Shéhérazade'

"The Story of Shéhérazade", composed by Roger O'Donnell in 2010, is the opening part of the Post Romantic Empire Album. The Post Romantic Empire Album is a concept collective work that will be released in a very limited edition, triple vinyl only, on the 25th of June 2013. Check the dedicated website to go deeper: www.oursweetestsongs.com

The Story of Shéhérazade
or/ou Le Triomphe de l'Amour sur la Haine

In Three Movements:
Le Roi
La Princesse
Les Deux

composed and produced by Roger O'Donnell in 2010
mastered by Guy Davie at Electric Mastering in 2012 • London, UK

Roger O'Donnell ~ piano
Julia Kent ~ cello

Recorded in New York, USA and Elstone, UK
www.oursweetestsongs.com/sheherazade.html
info@oursweetestsongs.com
(Thanks Giulio)

Taffy covers 'Boys Don't Cry'

Very nice cover of 'Boys Don't Cry' from Taffy. (Thanks Guy)

Roger visits the Ferrari Museum

From Museo Ferrari: "A rockstar, Roger O'Donnell, brought some new notes to the Ferrari museum in Maranello. It was the member of the famous band The Cure, who is also a Ferrari client. Thank you for your visit."

'Pictures of You' at American Songwriter

From American Songwriter: "Looking at old photographs is usually a happy occasion, reminding people of great memories and good times. Context is everything, however, and photos can sting if the person in the picture and the person viewing the picture are no longer part of each other’s big picture. That’s the set-up for The Cure’s “Pictures Of You,” an epic rendering of lost love and limitless regret." Read more here. (Thanks Joe)

Reeves plays Louisville tonight

Reeves Gabrels and his imaginary fr13nds are playing at ZaZoo's in Louisville, Kentucky tonight.

Adam Levine & Team Adam cover 'Lovesong'

Adam Levine & Team Adam cover 'Lovesong' on The Voice last night. (Thanks @curepol)

Robert self portrait on ebay

Janie from Cure News is selling a Robert self portrait on ebay: "I was given this picture when I ran the Cure's fan club back in the early 1990's. Unfortunately I no longer have room for it due to an imminent down-sizing of my office. The picture is very rare, only 1250 were produced and this is number 826, so they are rarely available. It was produced in the US by the band's merchandise agent at the time - Brockum. The print contains Robert's hand-written lyrics from "Letter to Elise" in fine hand-writing and also contains the words "self portrait Autumn 1990 Robert" in chunky marker pen - although I'm not sure if this is an original signature, or a print of his signature. The print measures 69cm x 49cm and is in a plain black frame with perspex / plastic glass. This is a genuine piece of Cure memorabilia and a fantastic addition to any serious collection! Shipping will be charged at actual cost (approximately £12 UK - rest of World approximately £25), once I know where to send the item and whether shipping insurance is required - you're welcome to collect from Yeading, West London, if preferred. Check out my other listings to see my ultra-rare collection of Cure 7" singles!" (Thanks Chris)

Short & Spikey have The Cure

An article about Short & Spikey getting the job as video recording engineer for The Cure's LatAm tour. (Thanks David)

Another article about it here.

The Cure plays Lollapalooza on Aug. 4th

Now official! The Cure plays Lollapalooza in Chicago, IL on Aug. 4th. 60,000 single day tickets (20,000 for each day) go on sale April 3rd at 10am central time. Watch the lineup video here.

Perry Farrell:  "It is so exciting to have The Cure at Lollapaloooza for the first time because I love The Cure and we've never had them. It's always frustrated me and made me feel incomplete and now I can feel complete and die."

Now added to the list of shows at the official site, too. And Robert has added "...AND MORE TO COME!!!", so let the speculation start! You want to add more festival shows, Robert? How about Voodoo Music Experience in New Orleans on Halloween weekend? Make it happen, people! :)

Update (04/03/13): Don't forget that single day passes go on sale today at 10am central time.They will probably go in a flash, so be ready. Good luck! Update: And all sold out now.
If you missed out, there are still 3 day passes available with the travel packages.

Update (05/14/13): Set times are out, and The Cure are only getting 2 hours (8-10 pm).

Cure collection for sale

"I am going to start selling my Cure collection. I was wondering if you know of anyone who might be interested in two of my prized possessions: 1. The Coca Cola Radio German promo 2 cd set from 1996. and 2. BBC In Concert Transcription promo cd from 1997. I have a large collection of cd's from the beginning to now, and vinyl up to Wish. I'm going to start selling it all, probably on ebay. So if anyone's interested in those 2 or more, if they are looking for something, they can contact me at tom(dot)fattoruso(at)gmail(dot)com. I have lots of different pressings on cd's, and all the early vinyl." (Thanks Tommy)

Official LatAm attendance & grosses

From Billboardbiz:

Lima, Peru
Attendance: 35,481 / Capacity: 40,000
Gross sales: $2,507,490

Sao Paulo, Brazil
Attendance: 19,570 / Capacity: 25,000
Gross sales: $2,189,110

Bogota, Colombia
Attendance: 15,719 / Capacity: 20,000
Gross sales: $1,957,160

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Attendance: 6,637 / Capacity: 10,000
Gross sales: $757,385

Asuncion, Paraguay
Attendance: 12,471 / Capacity: 15,000
Gross sales: $637,469

And the previously reported Mexico City numbers:
Attendance: 57,304 / Capacity: 57,366
Gross sales: $3,406,216

Nothing reported for Buenos Aires and Santiago so far, but those were big in both attendance and grosses. (Thanks David)

Historical Albums: Three Imaginary Boys

'Three Imaginary Boys' is the historical album of the week at Foknieuws (English). (Thanks David)

New Cure book in Argentina

There's a new Cure book out in Argentina, THE CURE LA LEYENDA DARK, by Sebastián Duarte, and published by Distal. Listen to an interview with the author here. (Thanks The Cure Rarities)

More info on the book here. (Thanks Diego)

Miniature Cure Schecter guitars

"Did you know? There are 2 miniature Schecter Cure guitars out there. The UltraCure and the one Porl used during the 4Tour. They are about 24 cm high and nicely made.
I found them on a French ebay shop called cultura-one for about 21 Euros each. It seems he hasn't got any in stock now, but maybe they can be found somewhere else on the web?" (Thanks Sylvain)

2 Porls & 1 Robert up on ebay right now. (Thanks Burton_)

Reeves plays Nashville tonight

Reeves Gabrels & His Imaginary Fr13nds

May 10th, 2013 at 9:30 PM

The Family Wash in Nashville, TN

Reminder: Ross Robinson is an asshole

From Cracked: "Yes, Robinson will totally throw fire at you if he doesn't like what you're doing. Just ask the Cure, who Robinson completely snapped at after several lackluster takes. He went full R. Lee Ermey on their gothic asses, swearing at them, insulting their legacy, throwing about a hundred lit candles around the studio, and laughing maniacally at the keyboardist's tears and tantrums. As Robinson put it, "Sometimes musicians need to feel certain things to emote, and a lot of times, that thing will come out with a little coercing. So sometimes it comes in the form of an object being thrown at their head while they're tracking." (Thanks Pietro)

Harvest Festival tried to get The Cure

From The Music: "After the news broke this morning (about Neutral Milk Hotel playing there), Harvest's promoter AJ Maddah appears to have confirmed the report and admitted that the festival couldn't secure The Cure. "We did try for The Cure," he tweeted. "They're not adding any more dates this year."
(Thanks craneman)

Well we know this is sort of false. Maybe not booking any more shows for this year, but they'll be adding more dates. As Robert said/typed, "...AND STILL MORE TO COME!!!" :)