The Cure
THE CURE - Live in Köln Full Concert featuring Shake Dog Shake and more
In the summer of 1998, The Cure was in a fascinating phase of their career, riding high on the wave created by their album "Wild Mood Swings," which had dropped just a year earlier. This era marked the band's continuous exploration of sound, blending their gothic roots with a more eclectic mix that included elements of pop and alternative rock. The live recording from Cologne captures them at a moment when they were still garnering attention from a wide audience, lured in by catchy hits like "The 13th" and "Mint Car." The lineup for that performance included key members like Robert Smith, Simon Gallup, and newer addition Perry Bamonte, showcasing a rich tapestry of guitars and synths layered over visceral lyrics. It’s also interesting to note that this period in The Cure's journey was characterized by a sort of reflective maturity, something listeners could really feel in performances like the one at Butzweilerhof, where the energy was electric and the melody palpable.