Iconic '90s Rock Band Involved in First-Ever Announcement

A major announcement from The Cure is drawing attention ahead of this year’s Record Store Day and it’s not just about music. 

The legendary band revealed that two of their most celebrated collections will be released for the first time on 2LP silver bio vinyl, with proceeds from the sale supporting charity.

In a post shared by Universal Music Recordings on Instagram, fans were invited to celebrate the group’s legacy with Greatest Hits and Acoustic Hits. Frontman Robert Smith has newly remastered both collections and will feature some of the band’s most beloved tracks.

The announcement stands out as a first for the band: the release will be pressed on environmentally conscious silver bio vinyl. Even more notable, £1 from every sale will go directly to War Child, a group that supports children affected by war.

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The limited-edition release will be available starting Saturday, exclusively through independent record stores.

The move to bio vinyl marks a significant moment for The Cure, a band known for shaping alternative rock and gothic-inspired music since their formation in 1978. While they have released multiple albums and compilations over decades, this is the first time their music will be issued in this eco-friendly format.

The collections themselves highlight the group’s wide musical range. Tracks like “Boys Don’t Cry” and “Friday I’m In Love” remain fan favorites, representing different eras of the band’s sound, from post-punk roots to mainstream success in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Led by Robert Smith, whose signature look includes dark eyeliner and tousled black hair, the band created a unique identity that shaped alternative rock for decades.

Their 1992 album Wish introduced “Friday I’m In Love,” one of their biggest hits, which helped solidify their global appeal. Over the years, The Cure has sold more than 30 million records worldwide and earned a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2019.

In 2024, the band released Songs of a Lost World, their first studio album in 16 years, which earned critical praise and major awards, including Grammy wins in 2026.

For fans and collectors, the release offers more than just music, it’s a chance to own a piece of history that also gives back.

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