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The Cure – Pornography – 40th Anniversary Picture Disc Vinyl Record
First time on Picture Disc
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Pornography is the fourth studio album by English rock band The Cure. The album was released on May 4, 1982. Pornography followed The Cure’s albums ‘Three Imaginary Boys,’ ‘Seventeen Seconds,’ and ‘Faith.’ It is part of the band’s early discography.
The album is often classified as post-punk and gothic rock. It features a darker and more atmospheric sound compared to some of their previous works. Pornography includes tracks such as ‘One Hundred Years,’ ‘A Short Term Effect,’ and ‘The Hanging Garden.’ The lyrics explore themes of despair, introspection, and existentialism.
The album received mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics praising its intensity and dark atmosphere, while others found it challenging. Over time, it has become a seminal work in the gothic rock genre. Pornography is considered one of The Cure’s essential albums and a key release in the gothic rock movement. Its impact on the genre and subsequent alternative music is widely acknowledged.
The cover art for Pornography features an abstract and distorted image, contributing to the album’s overall mood.
For fans of post-punk and gothic rock, Pornography is a notable album that showcases The Cure’s evolution toward a more atmospheric and introspective sound.
Track Listing
One Hundred Years
A Short Term Effect
The Hanging Garden
Siamese Twins
The Figurehead
A Strange Day
Cold
Pornography
