The Cure appears to be gearing up for their first album in 16 years, sparking excitement among fans. On September 9, 2024, the band changed their official social media profile picture to a new logo on a black background, fueling speculation about an impending announcement regarding their long-anticipated album, 'Songs Of A Lost World.' Comments on their Facebook post show eager fans hoping for news of both the album and a subsequent tour.
Additionally, guitarist Reeves Gabrels encouraged followers to visit the redesigned band website and sign up for the mailing list. Eden Gallup, son of bassist Simon Gallup, further stirred excitement by sharing lyrics from a new song entitled 'Alone.'
In conjunction with these updates, The Cure plans to release two live tracks as a double A-side single for climate charity 'Earth Percent.' The tracks, titled 'And Nothing Is Forever' and 'I Can Never Say Goodbye,' were recorded during the band's 2022 European tour and mark the first new material from The Cure since their 2008 album, '4:13 Dream.'
Fans are eagerly awaiting more information regarding the new album, expected to showcase the new songs debuted during their recent world tour. Robert Smith, the band’s frontman, revealed in previous interviews that the new record is characterized by its themes of loss and emotional depth, said to be influenced by personal experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. As anticipation builds, further updates are expected in the coming weeks about The Cure's ongoing project and future events.