Is Hypnagogic States EP a good place to start with The Cure?

Yes, Hypnagogic States EP is recommended as a starting point for new The Cure listeners. A collection of atmospheric remixes that blend The Cure's signature melancholy with hypnotic electronic textures. Released in 2008, Hypnagogic States EP marked a transitional phase for The Cure as they explored new sonic territories. This EP followed their 2004 album, The Cure, and showcased their embrace of electronic influences while retaining the atmospheric qualities that defined their earlier work.

Who is Hypnagogic States EP for?

Hypnagogic States EP works well if you're into back-loaded pacing rewarding patience, immersive atmospheric soundscapes unfold and climactic build towards finale.

How many songs are on Hypnagogic States EP?

Hypnagogic States EP has 5 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Hypnagogic States EP

The Cure · 2008

37 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock

A collection of atmospheric remixes that blend The Cure's signature melancholy with hypnotic electronic textures.

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Top tracks — play these first

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The Only One (remix 4) Start here — This remix retains the core melody while infusing it with an ethereal quality, transforming the original into a dreamlike experience that illustrates the band's atmospheric prowess.
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Freakshow (Wolves at the Gates remix) — The remix amplifies the song's driving beat and adds layers of synth textures, showcasing a darker edge that complements The Cure's gothic roots.
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Exploding Head Syndrome (4 Single remix) — At over twenty minutes long, this ambitious remix turns a concise song into an expansive sonic journey, embodying the EP's title through its hypnotic repetition and evolving soundscapes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases The Cure's shift towards electronic influences while maintaining their signature sound.

What we noticed

The remixes often extend the original tracks significantly, with 'Exploding Head Syndrome' reaching over eight minutes, allowing for deep atmospheric exploration.
The sequencing of the EP starts with more upbeat remixes and gradually transitions to darker, more ambient sounds by the final track.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

back-loaded pacing rewarding patience
immersive atmospheric soundscapes unfold
climactic build towards finale
experimental textures for deep listening

Maybe skip if you

prefer quick, standalone tracks
seek immediate gratification and energy

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — Showcases The Cure's exploration of electronic textures, diverging from their established sound.
Themes: gothic textures· experimental soundscapes· dark electronic remixes
Career context: Released in 2008, Hypnagogic States EP marked a transitional phase for The Cure as they explored new sonic territories. This EP followed their 2004 album, The Cure, and showcased their embrace of electronic influences while retaining the atmospheric qualities that defined their earlier work.
Stylistic neighbors: Siouxsie and the Banshees· Joy Division· The Sisters of Mercy