Artist page · 04/07/2026
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46 vinyls from post-punk roots to modern releases — original 1989 UK Disintegration pressings trade around €58+.
The Cure emerged in the late 1970s as a post-punk trio with Robert Smith on guitar and vocals, Michael Dempsey on bass, and Lol Tolhurst on drums. Their minimalistic debut album "Three Imaginary Boys" (1979) established their sound within the new wave scene. The early 1980s saw them explore darker atmospheres with albums like "Seventeen Seconds" (1980), "Faith" (1981), and the intense "Pornography" (1982), which is considered a key gothic rock statement. Shifting into a more accessible pop and psychedelic style, The Cure released "The Top" (1984) and "The Head On The Door" (1985), expanding their European and French appeal.
By the late 1980s, The Cure reached international prominence with their richly textured double album "Kiss Me Kiss Me Kiss Me" (1987) and the melancholic "Dis…
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Polydor · 2025
Polydor · 2024
Eagle Rock Entertainment · 2019
Eagle Vision · 2019
Eagle Rock Entertainment · 2019
Polydor · 2018
Fiction Records · 2017
Sunday Best Recordings · 2011
Suretone · 2008
Geffen Records · 2004
Fiction Records · 2000
Fiction Records · 1996
Fiction Records · 1993
Fiction Records · 1993
Fiction Records · 1992
FNAC · 1990
Fiction Records · 1989
Fiction Records · 1987
Fiction Records · 1985
Fiction Records · 1984
Fiction Records · 1984
Sire · 1983
Fiction Records · 1982
Fiction Records · 1981
Fiction Records · 1981
PVC Records · 1980
Fiction Records · 1980
Fiction Records · 1979Playlist
The tracks that sum up The Cure's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A defining Cure album blending darkwave and alternative rock, featuring 10 tracks with a unique guitar sound; includes hits like "Lovesong" and "Lullaby."
Live album capturing their 1992 performances in Paris, blending post-punk and synth-pop influences over 12 live tracks.
Record Store Day release presenting acoustic versions of major hits across 18 tracks, reflecting The Cure's melodic songwriting.
Go further
Artists who share part of The Cure's musical DNA.
Collectors
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
The “Why this rarity” column comes from our upstream sourcing work: for each album, we explain what makes this pressing sought after by collectors (limited run, specific matrix, withdrawn edition…).
Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"Robert Smith’s songwriting and vocal style have remained central to The Cure’s unique sound throughout their four decades."— Band History
The "Disintegration" album was recorded and released in 1989 under Fiction Records, notable for its atmospheric production and extended track lengths, solidifying The Cure's sonic identity.
The live album "Paris" captures The Cure's 1992 concert series, blending elements of alternative rock and synth-pop, showcasing 12 tracks from their diverse repertoire.
"Mixes Of A Lost World" appears in multiple 2025 vinyl formats including a European original LP and a deluxe worldwide edition issued by Polydor, with prices ranging from €23 to €35.
The 2017 Record Store Day release "Acoustic Hits" includes acoustic renditions of classic Cure songs and is available as an 180g double LP picture disc under Fiction Records.
Official store
T-shirts, posters, accessories and limited editions.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
The Cure formed in 1978 in Crawley, West Sussex, England, initially as a post-punk trio.
The Cure is associated with post-punk, new wave, gothic rock, alternative rock, and pop rock genres.
'Lovesong' is featured on the 1989 album 'Disintegration,' a key release in their discography.
Yes, original UK pressings like the 1989 'Disintegration' LP and 1993 'Paris' live album are collectible, with prices often above €50.
Paris is notable for the 1993 live album capturing The Cure's 1992 concerts, showcasing their live sound on vinyl.
European original pressings typically fetch higher prices than worldwide editions, as seen with the 'Mixes Of A Lost World' 2025 LPs.
'Acoustic Hits' is available as a 180g Double LP, Record Store Day picture disc reissue with 18 acoustic tracks.
The 'Dark Trilogy' includes the albums 'Seventeen Seconds' (1980), 'Faith' (1981), and 'Pornography' (1982), known for their darker sound.
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