The Cure

The Cure - Live Performance of 'From The Edge Of The Deep Green Sea'

• In 1995, The Cure was at a significant stage in their career, following the release of their critically acclaimed album "Wish" in 1992. This album fea... Read Full Description >

  In 1995, The Cure was at a significant stage in their career, following the release of their critically acclaimed album "Wish" in 1992. This album featured hit singles like "Friday I'm in Love" and "A Night Like This," which solidified their popularity and showcased their ability to blend post-punk sound with more melodic elements. The live recording of "From The Edge of the Deep Green Sea," captured on January 1, 1995, reflects the energy and depth of their performances during this era, particularly as "Wish" was still resonant with audiences. Notably, this period marked a time when The Cure was also celebrated for their spectacular live shows, further enhancing their reputation as a leading alternative rock band. The tension between their darker lyrical themes and more accessible melodies was particularly pronounced in this phase, representing a unique moment in their artistic evolution.

The Cure - Live Performance of 'Just Like Heaven' on MTV Most Wanted

MTV Studios
London, England, United Kingdom

• On December 15, 1995, The Cure performed "Just Like Heaven" live on the final episode of MTV Most Wanted. This performance came at a pivotal moment in... Read Full Description >

  On December 15, 1995, The Cure performed "Just Like Heaven" live on the final episode of MTV Most Wanted. This performance came at a pivotal moment in their career, shortly before the release of their album *Wild Mood Swings* in 1996. This era followed a significant revival for the band, marked by their successful 1992 album *Wish*, which featured hits like "Friday I'm in Love" and brought them back to mainstream prominence. The MTV appearance showcased their enduring appeal and ability to draw in a diverse audience. Interestingly, the performance of "Just Like Heaven," originally released in 1987 on the iconic album *Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me*, highlighted the band's knack for blending gothic rock with pop elements, solidifying the track as one of their signature songs and maintaining its relevance years after its initial release. The live recording exemplified The Cure’s dynamic stage presence and their continued influence in the music scene during the mid-90s.

The Cure Live Performance of 'Friday I'm in Love' on MTV Most Wanted

MTV Studios
London, England, United Kingdom

• On December 15, 1995, The Cure performed "Friday I'm in Love" live on the final episode of MTV Most Wanted. At this time in their career, the band was... Read Full Description >

  On December 15, 1995, The Cure performed "Friday I'm in Love" live on the final episode of MTV Most Wanted. At this time in their career, the band was promoting their album *Wish*, which had been released earlier that year. *Wish* marked a successful phase for The Cure, featuring a more accessible sound that garnered mainstream popularity, particularly with the hit single “Friday I’m in Love.” This performance occurred during a period when the band was experiencing renewed recognition in the 1990s, following their earlier iconic work in the 1980s. Additionally, the 1995 MTV Most Wanted performance was notable as it signified the end of an era for the show, adding a sense of urgency and nostalgia to the event. The Cure's set was characterized by Robert Smith's distinctive vocal style and the band's atmospheric sound, which resonated with both long-time fans and newer audiences.