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Pure Cult: for Rockers, Ravers, Lovers, and Sinners

The Cult · 1993

77 min · 18 tracks · hard rock · post-punk · gothic rock

A fiery collection of anthemic rock tracks infused with gothic undertones and a rebellious spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • anthemic sing-alongs with friends
  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • fiery energy for late nights
  • rebellious spirit for road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quiet, mellow sounds
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1993, 'Pure Cult' was The Cult's first compilation album, arriving after their commercial peak with 'Sonic Temple' in 1989. This collection captured the band's evolution from post-punk roots to hard rock anthems, showcasing their most memorable tracks while bridging the gap between their earlier work and newer material.
Stylistic neighbors
Fields of the Nephilim· The Mission· Bauhaus

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 She Sells Sanctuary 4:13
  • 2 Fire Woman 5:12
  • 3 Lil' Devil 2:45
  • 4 Spiritwalker 3:50
  • 5 The Witch 4:18
  • 6 Revolution 4:15
  • 7 Wild Hearted Son 4:26
  • 8 Love Removal Machine 4:17
  • 9 Rain 3:56
  • 10 Edie (Ciao Baby) 4:01
  • 11 Heart of Soul 4:34
  • 12 Love 5:26
  • 13 Wild Flower 3:35
  • 14 Go West 3:58
  • 15 Resurrection Joe 4:15
  • 16 Sun King 6:08
  • 17 Sweet Soul Sister 3:31
  • 18 Earth Mofo 4:42

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