Concert: The Cure Live
The Cure · 1984
42 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · post-punk
A haunting blend of post-punk energy and gothic atmospheres, capturing the raw essence of The Cure's live performances.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys live performance energy haunting atmospheric immersion
- Context
- By the time 'Concert: The Cure Live' was released in October 1984, The Cure had established themselves as a leading force in the alternative rock scene. This live album followed their critically acclaimed studio record 'The Top,' showcasing their evolution from dark, introspective tracks to a more dynamic live sound that resonated with audiences globally.
- If you like
- alternative rock, new wave, post-punk
Concert: The Cure Live is an album by The Cure, released in 1984. A haunting blend of post-punk energy and gothic atmospheres, capturing the raw essence of The Cure's live performances. This live album is significant for its portrayal of The Cure at the height of their creative powers, encapsulating their impact on the goth and post-punk movements. It features fan-favorite tracks, contributing to the band's lasting legacy and influence, particularly in shaping the sound of alternative rock throughout the late '80s and beyond. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Concert: The Cure Live sound like?
A haunting blend of post-punk energy and gothic atmospheres, capturing the raw essence of The Cure's live performances. Rooted in alternative rock and new wave.
What makes Concert: The Cure Live by The Cure notable?
This live album is significant for its portrayal of The Cure at the height of their creative powers, encapsulating their impact on the goth and post-punk movements. It features fan-favorite tracks, contributing to the band's lasting legacy and influence, particularly in shaping the sound of alternative rock throughout the late '80s and beyond. By the time 'Concert: The Cure Live' was released in October 1984, The Cure had established themselves as a leading force in the alternative rock scene. This live album followed their critically acclaimed studio record 'The Top,' showcasing their evolution from dark, introspective tracks to a more dynamic live sound that resonated with audiences globally.
Who is Concert: The Cure Live for?
Concert: The Cure Live works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, live performance energy and haunting atmospheric immersion.
How many songs are on Concert: The Cure Live?
Concert: The Cure Live has 10 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shake Dog Shake Standout 4:14
- 2 Primary 3:29
- 3 Charlotte Sometimes Standout 4:06
- 4 The Hanging Garden 4:05
- 5 Give Me It 2:49
- 6 The Walk 3:31
- 7 One Hundred Years 6:48
- 8 A Forest Standout 6:46
- 9 10:15 Saturday Night 3:44
- 10 Killing an Arab 2:51
Release Date
October 22, 1984
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
42 min 27 sec
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