Adjustments delayed SA tour announcement

This article (English) says it was some adjustments to the tour that caused the delay in announcing the dates and ticket details yesterday. (Thanks Cure Rarities)

Tim Pope is up to something

This may be nothing Cure related at all, but Tim Pope posted this on Twitter today - "@timpopedirector: Things are afoot; me lips are sealed."

Do we know anyone who insists on secrecy for any and all projects? Who loves his mysteries and dropping clues occasionally? Nope, I can't think of anyone. :)

That Dec. 21st announcement...

Three things on this:

1. The Cure never said there would be an announcement today. That came from the South America media & the promoters. And as a friend said last time we went through this, never trust anything a SA promoter says. :) So if nothing happens today, blame promoter hype, not the band.

2. There might have been a misunderstanding in the media on just what was to be announced today. The Biggest Festival In The World did have a countdown clock to their big (and very underwhelming for a festival with that name) announcement, and did reveal part of their lineup today. However, their servers crashed, there was much confusion & disappointment, but so far, nothing about The Cure playing there or anywhere else in SA. But they HAVE added a 2nd day for the festival, with no bands listed as of yet.

3. Don't get all worked up or worried about this. If there's any official, confirmed news to be posted, it will be at the official site, official Facebook, or official Twitter. And I'll let you know within 5-10 minutes of that happening. Also, if nothing happens today, it doesn't mean they're not coming. No need to get upset. The world will not end. :)

Cure article in UltraBrit magazine

Robert cover & Cure article in the new issue of UltraBrit magazine, out next week in Argentina. I think the caption is something like "The Band that everyone wants to see before they die". (Thanks Cure Rarities)

Cure booked for Argentina in April or May?

"Just writing you to let you know that a TV journalist and musician from Argentina called Camilo Garcia has announced on twitter that TC have signed for playing at River Plate Stadium in April or May. And he seems pretty sure about it. Of course I know that it is not official until the band announces it but he appears to be quite sure!

27 nov @camilogarcia - Bueno ahí va: Primicia Mundial, entre abril y mayo The Cure en River!
(Ok, here it goes: worldwide news: between April and May The Cure at River Stadium)

27 nov @camilogarcia - "@lacocasinlolas: @camilogarcia de verdad? The cure?"/ Si totalmente The Cure ya firmó para abril o mayo en River, Confirmadísimo (Really? The Cure? - yes, totally! The Cure has signed for April or May. Totally confirmed)" (Thanks Emilia)

Obviously, this is in no way confirmed or official, just the start of what will likely be the usual flood of live show rumors for the new year. I almost hate posting this, as South American fans have been let down so many times in the past. But with Robert saying there are plans for a South American tour in Spring 2013, maybe, just maybe, this will be the time that the rumors actually come true. Fingers crossed for you! And for North America, too.

Update (12-12-12): Cronista (English) is running a story about this today. They seem to be guessing the date is April 3rd and I think they are saying it's a festival with a bunch of other bands? Also looks like they think an anouncement will be made Dec. 21st? Can anyone help me out with this? Thanks!
(Thanks to Gary from @TheCureheads)
Yeah, the above is correct. Thanks to Z for this translation of the article.

Update (12-15-12): La Nacion (English) is also running a story, mainly about the Chile concert, but also about the Argentina show. Again, all of this is supposed to be officially announced on Dec. 21st.

Update (12-18-12): This La Nacion (English) article says that while The Cure are still expected to play Argentina next April, they will NOT be part of that "mega festival".(Thanks Pablo)

South America media reports

Just in case anyone is interested, here's a roundup of recent media reports about The Cure playing in South America next year - Publimetro, I Love Chile, Terra, Starmedia, La Republica, Peru21, Nacion, Rocknvivo, Latercera, CNN Chile, Cronista, La Nacion. (Thanks David)

The official announcement about all of this is said to be happening on Dec. 21st.

Love & thoughts to Sean of The Cureheads

From Gary of The Cureheads: "if you know Sean from The Cureheads please please please think about him now.... he needs your love and will and best wishes.... please do it... He is the only real friend I have... I need him to stay on this planet...."

All of my love & positive thoughts to you, Sean. Please get better soon. Lots of fun Cure stuff ahead, and you are NOT going to miss them!

Update: Gary has updated his condition here. Sean is doing better, but still not out of the woods yet.

Cure in Chile on April 12th?

CNN Chile (English), Nacion (English) and Latercera (English) are reporting that The Cure are confirmed to play National Stadium in Chile on April 12th. The big announcement is said to be happening on Dec. 21st. As always, not confirmed until you hear it from the band, but things are certainly looking good at this point. (Thanks Leo and Solardark)

Chris White on BBC 6 Music

Very nice to hear @chriswhite65 on BBC 6 Music (starts at 51:30) yesterday, and he picked a Cure song ('Doing the Unstuck') for his Good Day track.

The Cureheads - Dizzy Christmas

"Thank you to Cure fans everywhere that dragged us around the world and made 2012 amazing...here's a little stocking filler for you. Recorded today in one take.... We wrote it and recorded it..so you may take it free as a present for Cure fans everywhere..." (Thanks Gary)

Kevin Vanbergen working on Cure project

From Kevin Vanbergen's Facebook on Nov. 21st: "Working with The Cure this week! Get in!" 
On Nov. 28th: "Rendering video... 3 days now... Boooring!!!!"
On Dec. 7th: "Week three on the cure almost done. Mammoth job!"
And when someone replied, asking if it was one of the deluxe editions, this was his reply: "Can't say on Facebook. A new project. Exciting times." (Thanks Dan)

Hmm, Reflections or SummerCure DVD/Blu-Ray? Who knows! Well, Robert does, but he's not saying just yet. :)  But very good to know work is being done on something. 

Update: Kevin has now deletd these posts. Guess he wasn't supposed to say anything. :)

3 to 5 Cure shows in Brazil?

"Now a brazilian music journalist for UOL says that The Cure have 3 to 5 dates booked in Brazil. The official announcement is expected to happen in the following days." (Thanks Leo)

Read the story here (English). And at this point it should go without saying, but none of these rumored shows have been confirmed by the band. If it's really happening, it will be posted on the official site or Facebook or Twitter. Until then, fingers & toes crossed for our South American friends.

The Cure officially on Twitter!

Finally! Just announced on the band's Facebook, The Cure are officially on Twitter now, though not verified as of this posting. Follow them @thecure.

Steve Severin on The Glove remastered vocals

"I had a chance to speak with former Banshees bassist Steven Severin for a few minutes after his live performance of a surreal and atmospheric soundtrack for Jean Cocteau's 'Le Sang d'un poète' (The Blood of a Poet) on November 11, 2012 at the Market Arcade Film & Arts Centre in Buffalo, NY.
I asked him about the oft-repeated rumor that Robert recorded new vocals for the demos on the bonus disc of the remaster of The Glove's 'Blue Sunshine'. Instead of dispelling said rumors as I figured that he would, Steven confirmed them with a qualification, saying that Robert recorded new vocals for some of the demos, but that some of those present were indeed recorded during the original sessions, and that the new vocals that were recorded were done because Robert wanted to take the opportunity since he hadn't had the chance during the original sessions due to contractual restrictions. He also stated that what's on the remaster is all that was recorded, and that there's nothing left over.

I hope that this will once and for all put this issue to rest." (Thanks Shawn)

SummerCure feature in French fanzine Twice

"the new issue #49 of the french fanzine Twice includes a long live report on the Summercure written by Pierre Olivelli, a fan who went to 3 key concerts through Europe (Barcelona, Milano, les Vieilles Charrues) and participated to the press conference. It's called 'The Hungry Ghosts', 8 page long, fully detailed and illustrated with exclusive photos.It's out, you can get it here."(Thanks Pierre)

Cure on UK Festival Awards shortlist

The Cure are finalists in the Headline Performance of the Year category for the UK Festival Awards. The winners will be announced on Dec. 3rd. Article about this at Gigwise. (Thanks Yanic and David)

Update: Via @BBC6MusicNews, New Order have won Best Headline Performance at tonight's UK Festival Awards, beating out The Cure.

Porl items up for auction

Julien's Auctions have several Porl Thompson items listed in their Icons & Idols 2012: Rock n Roll auction. The Porl items are lots #157-170, and include guitars, equipment, clothing and 1 piece of artwork. Auction starts on Dec. 1st at 10am PST.
(Thanks @curelive)

Update: Watch it live and bid here. And it's over. Hope you got what you wanted.

Just One Kiss (SummerCure 2012)

'Just One Kiss' (SummerCure 2012 - England/Italy/Spain)
(Thanks George)

Cure at Hurricane Festival on Palladia

Palladia is showing Hurricane Festival Hour 1, which should feature at least a song or two from The Cure, tonight at midnight eastern, and a few more times over the coming days. Check the schedule here. (Thanks L and @carollo41)

Update: "Lovesong, Friday I'm in love, Wrong Number. Shown in the last segment of the show. Pretty good audio and video." (Thanks Amazin' Jeffus) 

Cure in new Sonic Seducer

Robert Smith cover and a Cure article in the December issue of Sonic Seducer. (Thanks Adrienne)