The Cure May Finally Release a New Album after a Decade
The British rock band The Cure has been on a hiatus without releasing a new album, but it seems that is about to change. After a decade, fans are in for a treat as The Cure may be preparing a new album, with indications pointing to a release on November 1, 2024.
Mysterious Postcards and Social Media Clues
Fans recently received mysterious black postcards with the words “Songs of a Lost World” embossed on them, along with the date November 1, 2024, in Roman numerals. The postcard has sparked excitement among the fan base, suggesting a new album is on its way. The band also recently changed their social media imagery to an all-black theme, fueling rumors of a new release. You can view one of the fan videos below to get a glimpse of this mysterious postcard.
View the Postcard Video Below
Background: Cure’s Recent Activity
In 2021, frontman Robert Smith mentioned in an interview that he has been working on “very emotional” new material, hinting at a forthcoming album. Guitarist also shared earlier this year that the band has been working on a significant amount of new music, much of which was written during the pandemic.
New Songs Debut Live
In October 2022, The Cure debuted live two new songs, “‘Alone’ and ‘Endsong’, giving fans a taste of what’s to come in the future. The fans are eagerly awaiting the studio versions of these songs as well as the new, unreleased material.
**Live Music in the Meantime
Beyond the new album hints, The Cure is working on a new live project. The band plans to release a double-sided, eco-friendly vinyl single,Novembre: Live in France 2022. This release will feature the debut of new songs since 4:13 Dream released in 2008.
Charitable Efforts
Novembre: Live in France 2022 is part of a benefit project aiming to raise funds for Earth Percent, a climate-focused charity founded by Brian Eno. The album will contain the tracks “‘And Nothing Is Forever’” and ‘I Can Never Say Goodbye’.
Conclusion
If the rumors are true, The Cure’s long-awaited return to the music scene would be a welcome treat. Fans have been eagerly waiting for new material, and the mysterious postcards may be the start of this new chapter. With this new album on the horizon, it’s an exciting time for Cure enthusiasts to look forward to.
FAQs:
- When is The Cure’s new album due to be released?
According to the mysterious postcards, the album could be released on November 1, 2024.
- What else has The Cure been doing recently?
The Cure has been working on a new live project, an eco-friendly vinyl single that will feature debut live performance of new songs since the 2008 album.
- Has The Cure released any new music lately?
Yes, two new songs, "‘Alone’ and ‘Endsong’, were debuted live in 2022.
