Curepedia: An A-Z of The Cure

The Cure is one of the biggest alternative rock bands in the world, with four Platinum albums and 30 million albums sold worldwide. This book is an encyclopedic A-Z of The Cure, examining and riffing on miscellaneous trivia, biographies of the band members, summaries of each album, details of the band's various tours and films, and essays on broader topics such as their image, politics, and influences. The hardback edition features interior pages printed in red and black ink, a ribbon marker, and bespoke C-U-R-E letter endpapers designed by Andy Vella.

Format: Hardback
Length: 448 pages
Publication date: 09 November 2023
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

The Cure, widely regarded as one of the most influential alternative rock bands globally, have achieved remarkable success throughout their career. Between 1985 and 2000, every album they released achieved at least Gold status in the UK, the US, or both. In the United States, they have garnered four Platinum albums, solidifying their status as a musical powerhouse. Their extensive global reach is estimated to exceed 30 million album sales.

Over the years, The Cure's iconic status as elder statesmen of alternative rock has only grown stronger. Their relentless touring efforts have ensured that their music resonates with new generations of fans. Robert Smith, the band's lead singer, has become an endlessly fascinating figure to successive generations of music enthusiasts. The Cure's influence extends beyond alternative rock, permeating genres such as Emo, Goth, Industrial, and Indie Rock.

This comprehensive book, titled CUREPEDIA, serves as an encyclopedic A-Z of The Cure. It delves into various aspects of the band, exploring miscellaneous trivia, biographies of past and present band members, summaries of each album, selected songs, details of their tours, and films. Additionally, the book includes essays on broader topics such as their image, politics, and influences.

Written in a playful, eccentric, and irreverent tone, CUREPEDIA truly captures the spirit of The Cure. It is a comprehensive biography that provides a deep understanding of one of the biggest alternative rock bands in history.

The hardback edition of CUREPEDIA boasts stunning interior pages printed in red and black ink, accompanied by a ribbon marker and bespoke C-U-R-E letter endpapers specially designed by renowned artist Andy Vella. Vella has been a longstanding collaborator with The Cure, contributing to their album artwork for four decades. His artistic contributions add an extra layer of charm to this already exceptional book.

Whether you're a die-hard fan of The Cure or a music enthusiast seeking to explore the rich tapestry of alternative rock, CUREPEDIA is a must-have for your collection. It is a testament to the band's enduring legacy and the profound impact they have had on the music industry.

Weight: 1446g
Dimension: 267 x 205 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474619325