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Happy the Man [ Vinyl / 12" Album ]

Happy the Man

SKU: V101948 Barcode: 0803341560291
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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album

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  • Released Date: 07 Jul 2023

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

The Cure's latest album, "Happy the Man," sees the legendary band return to their quirky, off-kilter roots with a collection of songs that are as catchy as they are strange. From the opening track "Dancing on the Edge" to the hauntingly beautiful "Ghost in the Machine," The Cure effortlessly blend their trademark gothic charm with a sense of playful experimentation. Frontman Robert Smith's vocals are as hauntingly beautiful as ever, floating effortlessly over the band's intricate arrangements. The guitar work on tracks like "The Love Cats" and "Freakshow" is as quirky and infectious as ever, showcasing The Cure's ability to create music that is both emotionally resonant and endlessly fun. One of the highlights of the album is the track "Carnival of Souls," a sprawling epic that sees The Cure at their most ambitious and experimental. The song builds to a cacophonous crescendo, with layers of guitars, keyboards, and percussion coming together in a dizzying swirl of sound. Overall, "Happy the Man" is a welcome return to form for The Cure, proving that after all these years, they still have the ability to surprise and delight. It may not be their most accessible album, but for fans of the band's more experimental side, it's a must-listen. So grab your eyeliner and get ready to dance, because The Cure are back and better than ever.

Track Listing

Disc: 1
1. Shake Dog Shake
2. Piggy in the Mirror
3. Wailing Wall
4. M
5. Primary
6. Cold
7. The Hanging Garden
8. Charlotte Sometimes
9. Secrets
10. The Walk
11. Let's Go to Bed
12. Give Me It
13. A Forest
14. Happy the Man
15. The Caterpillar
16. Interlude
17. Three Imaginary Boys
18. Boys Don't Cry
19. 15 Saturday Night
20. Killing an Arab

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