Classic Alternative - Episode #191: Dream On
Sunday, January 31, 2021
Sunday, January 24, 2021
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Mojo is releasing a Cure covers compilation.
The March 2021 edition of the UK magazine comes with a CD featuring 15 classic covers of songs originally by The Cure, including offerings from Luna, Dinosaur Jr, Mark Lanegan, Tricky, and more. The magazine itself includes a feature on The Cure and the cover star of the issue is the one and only Robert Smith. Additionally the issue also contains a feature on David Bowie and Gang Of Four.
Head here to pre-order a copy of the March issue (issue #328) of Mojo.
Monday, January 18, 2021
It is Blue Monday once again.
Blue Monday is the day experts proclaim to be the most depressing day of the year. The "holiday" of sorts is based on a formula which considers time of the year, death, weather, stress, finanacial obligations, etc. Though the concept of Blue Monday can be brushed off as junk science, it certainly is a great excuse to dust off the New Order classic (not that you need one).
Here's hoping your Blue Monday isn't so blue after all...
Thursday, December 31, 2020
Sunday, December 27, 2020
Earlier this month Robert Smith performed a trio of songs off of Seventeen Seconds as part of a charity telethon. Days ago, for the Letters To Santa benefit concert, Smith once again gifted the world with a socially distanced solo performance; this time he chose three songs from Faith. Watch the master in action below:
1. The Holy Hour
2. The Funeral Party
3. The Drowning Man
Sunday, December 13, 2020
Good to his word, Robert Smith appeared on two streaming events yesterday!
First, Smith performed at the Nine Lessons/Cosmic Shambles streaming event - he spoke briefly about the 40th anniversary of Seventeen Seconds, then performed three songs off the classic album. Watch his brilliant acoustic solo performance (barefoot, no less) of "In Your House," "M," and "Play For Today" below.
Next, Smith appeared on Gorillaz Song Machine Live - a livestreaming concert featuring a virtual full album performance of the collaborative album Song Machine. Smith joined Gorillaz for the song "Strange Timez."
Watch both performances below:
Saturday, December 12, 2020
Robert Smith of The Cure has confirmed he's taking part in a streaming variety show and fundraiser which is being hosted by Robin Ince today on You Tube.
Nine Lessons and Carols for Curious People is a streaming version of Ince’s original variety night which includes science, comedy, music and more.
Robert Smith announced on social media that he will be joining the live stream tonight at 10:45 pm UK time tonight (5:45pm ET).
The livestream is a 24 hour event and launched earlier today. The stream is free to watch, but those able are encouraged to contribute - some of the charities that are being supported includ Doctors Without Borders, Turn2Us, Mind: For Better Mental Health and the Kings Place Music Trust.
Head here to learn more. Watch the live stream here.
Meanwhile Smith will appear on Gorillaz Song Machine event happening today. Gorillaz will perform the full album along with many of the guest collaborators from the record. Smith has already confirmed he is participating and will be joning Gorillaz for "Strange Timez." The stream takes place at 7pm ET tonight. Tickets can be obtained here.
Nine Lessons and Carols for Curious People is a streaming version of Ince’s original variety night which includes science, comedy, music and more.
Robert Smith announced on social media that he will be joining the live stream tonight at 10:45 pm UK time tonight (5:45pm ET).
The livestream is a 24 hour event and launched earlier today. The stream is free to watch, but those able are encouraged to contribute - some of the charities that are being supported includ Doctors Without Borders, Turn2Us, Mind: For Better Mental Health and the Kings Place Music Trust.
Head here to learn more. Watch the live stream here.
Meanwhile Smith will appear on Gorillaz Song Machine event happening today. Gorillaz will perform the full album along with many of the guest collaborators from the record. Smith has already confirmed he is participating and will be joning Gorillaz for "Strange Timez." The stream takes place at 7pm ET tonight. Tickets can be obtained here.
AND ALL BEING WELL I WILL BE JOINING IN AT AROUND 10:45PM TONIGHT... !X https://t.co/YPQ20v1P3j
— ROBERT SMITH (@RobertSmith) December 12, 2020
Friday, December 11, 2020
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