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4:13 Dream

The Cure · 2008

52 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · post-punk

A lush tapestry of atmospheric guitars and poignant lyrics, enveloping listeners in The Cure's signature melancholy.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with gradual decline
  • melancholic reflections on love
  • atmospheric soundscapes for solitude
  • poignant lyrics for deep thinking
  • immersive journey through emotions

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat, instant gratification
  • seek standalone, catchy singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Shows continued creativity and returns to classic sound, appealing to long-time fans.
Themes
nostalgic soundscapes· whimsical darkness· reflective finality
Career context
Released on October 27, 2008, '4:13 Dream' marked The Cure's thirteenth studio album and followed their 2004 release, 'The Cure'. It came during a period of renewed creativity for the band after years of lineup stability and saw frontman Robert Smith exploring a blend of nostalgic soundscapes with contemporary influences.
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "Underneath the Stars".

  • 1 Underneath the Stars Start here 6:17
  • 2 The Only One 3:57
  • 3 The Reasons Why 4:35
  • 4 Freakshow 2:30
  • 5 Sirensong 2:22
  • 6 The Real Snow White 4:43
  • 7 The Hungry Ghost 4:29
  • 8 Switch 3:44
  • 9 The Perfect Boy 3:21
  • 10 This. Here and Now. With You 4:06
  • 11 Sleep When I’m Dead 3:51
  • 12 The Scream 4:36
  • 13 It’s Over 4:16

What to play next

This album is considered a Late Career Highlight in The Cure's catalog. Shows continued creativity and returns to classic sound, appealing to long-time fans.

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