Robert Smith, the iconic voice behind The Cure, recently shared how their latest album, “Songs Of A Lost World,” has been a therapeutic process in managing his grief. During an intimate Radio 2 concert, which will air on BBC Two, Smith expressed the profound emotional release he experiences through performing the new tracks.
The album emerges after a significant hiatus, marking The Cure’s return with their first new music in sixteen years. At a recent performance at the BBC Radio Theatre, Smith introduced audiences to “Alone,” the lead single, shedding light on the song’s connection to personal loss.
Produced after the band’s 40th anniversary, “Songs Of A Lost World” was a labor of love that started in 2019. Smith candidly discussed the challenges he faced in lyric writing as he ages, emphasizing the increasing difficulty in crafting words that resonate enough to sing.
In his conversation with Huw Stephens of BBC Radio 6 Music, Smith highlighted the emotional potency of live performance. He described the experience as immensely cathartic, transforming his stage presence into a shared emotional journey with the audience.
Despite the personal hardships that influenced the album, including the loss of his brother Richard, Smith finds solace in the communal experience of music. Tracks like “I Can Never Say Goodbye” are testament to this, born from moments of intense personal reflection and sorrow.
The Cure, established in 1978, continues to captivate with their blend of melodic melancholy and gothic rock. Smith’s enduring influence shines through in “Songs Of A Lost World,” which critics acclaim as a masterful return to form.
The album’s release and the accompanying performances invite fans old and new into The Cure’s evolving narrative, one that embraces the complexities of life and the transformative power of music.
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