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The Cure, Janet Jackson, Radiohead Among Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees For 2019

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The Cure, Janet Jackson, Radiohead Among Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees For 2019

December 13, 2018 • The institution chose seven inductees from a field of 15 to honor at next March's ceremony, including Def Leppard, Stevie Nicks, Roxy Music and The Zombies.

Roségoth: 37 Pitch-Black Songs For Pink Covens

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Roségoth: 37 Pitch-Black Songs For Pink Covens

August 22, 2018 • Goth encompasses a spectrum of dark sounds, moods and fabrics. Zola Jesus, Siouxsie Sioux and Pale Waves put those leather pants to work on the dance floor.

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Vintage Cafe: The Cure

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September 1, 2014 • In this Vintage Cafe interview, The Cure's Robert Smith sits down with World Cafe host David Dye during his 2008 tour for 4:13 Dream. The segment also features classic Cure songs performed in concert.

The Cure On World Cafe

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Music Reviews

CD Review: 'The Cure,' from The Cure

August 5, 2004 • The British alternative rock band from the 1980s and 90s is enjoying a revival, thanks to contemporary bands who were inspired by The Cure. Mikel Jollett says he's not too fond of the band's new self-titled album, but considers it a sign he's getting older.

CD Review: 'The Cure,' from The Cure

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15 Songs By This Year's Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Nominees

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15 Songs By This Year's Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Nominees

September 28, 2011 • Hear our favorite song by each of the 15 performers up for induction in 2012.

World Cafe

The Cure: Renewed And Rocking

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February 16, 2008 • With The Cure's renewed rock edge driven by original guitarist Porl Thomson, and signature keyboards and synths pushed to the background, the raw energy of 4:13 Dream is infectious. The band performs classics and new songs in a session from WXPN.

The Cure: Renewed And Rocking

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All Songs Considered

Guest DJ Conor Oberst

March 8, 2007 • Bright Eyes frontman Conor Oberst is a gifted and prolific songwriter. Oberst chats with Bob Boilen about the new CD and shares some of his favorite songs.

Guest DJ Conor Oberst

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Guest DJs Tilly and the Wall

June 22, 2006 • Members of Omaha's playful tap-dance pop band Tilly and the Wall talk about their latest CD, Bottoms of Barrels and share some of their favorite recordings.

Guest DJs Tilly and the Wall

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