Songs of a Lost World is the upcoming fourteenth studio album by English alternative rock band the Cure, expected for release 1 November 2024 via Polydor and Fiction Records in the UK, and Capitol Records in the US.[1]
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| Released | 1 November 2024 | |||
| Recorded | 2019–2022 | |||
| Studio | Rockfield (Monmouthshire, Wales) | |||
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Background
editTheir first studio album since 4:13 Dream, released in 2008, Songs of a Lost World was several years in the making; it was originally intended for release in 2019,[1] and it is the band's first full-length album to feature Reeves Gabrels on guitars since he joined as a full time member in 2012. Prior to its release, the band promoted the album in 2023 with a 90-date, 33-country live tour, Shows of a Lost World.[2] The album's release was officially announced on 26 September 2024, with the release of the lead single, "Alone",[3] and a dedicated website.[2] The album cover was designed by Andy Vella and features Bagatelle, a 1975 sculpture by Slovenian artist Janez Pirnat.[3]
The track listing is expected to be gradually revealed over the weeks leading up to the release of the album; the first single "Alone" is said to be the opening track.[2]
Personnel
editThe Cure
edit- Robert Smith – vocals, guitar, six-string bass, keyboards
- Simon Gallup – bass
- Jason Cooper – drums, percussion
- Roger O'Donnell – keyboards
- Reeves Gabrels – guitar
Production
- Robert Smith – production, mixing, sleeve concept
- Paul Corkett – production, mixing
- Miles Showell – mastering
- Andy Vella – artwork, design
References
edit- ^ a b Smith, Thomas (26 September 2024). "The Cure Share First New Song in 16 Years, Announce Album Release Date". Billboard. Retrieved 27 September 2024.
- ^ a b c Luamanuvae, Adele. "The Cure Announce New Album 'Songs Of A Lost World'". The Music. Retrieved 27 September 2024.
- ^ a b Zemler, Emily (26 September 2024). "The Cure Invite Loneliness on New Song 'Alone'". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 27 September 2024.