The two punk bands who inspired The Cure
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The Cure exist in a world of their own, outside of punk. But as Johnny Ramone once said: "To me, punk is about being an individual and going against the grain".
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Q&A: The Cure's Robert Smith on His Musical Influences
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The Cure's 40 Best Songs – Billboard
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Behind the Band Name: The Cure - American Songwriter
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Robert Smith claims the Cure were never a 'Goth' band - is he right?
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Robert Smith reveals the title of The Cure's new album
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Robert Smith Says The Cure Were a Footnote in the History of Goth
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The Cure 2023 arena concert tour: Get tickets, dates & prices
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Review: The Cure Revels in Its Contradictions and History - The
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The Cure's Robert Smith: 'I was very optimistic when I was young
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The Cure's Lol Tolhurst: 'Goth is about being in love with the