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Hot Hot Hot!!!

The Cure · 1988

14 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · post-punk

A vibrant blend of danceable beats and catchy hooks reflecting the upbeat side of The Cure's eclectic sound.

Hot Hot Hot!!! is a single by The Cure, released in 1988. A vibrant blend of danceable beats and catchy hooks reflecting the upbeat side of The Cure's eclectic sound. This single was notable for its chart performance, reaching the top 10 in several countries and marking a departure from the darker themes typical of their earlier work. Its remix versions also highlighted the growing trend of incorporating dance music elements into rock, influencing subsequent genres and artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Hot Hot Hot!!! sound like?

A vibrant blend of danceable beats and catchy hooks reflecting the upbeat side of The Cure's eclectic sound. Rooted in alternative rock and new wave.

What makes Hot Hot Hot!!! by The Cure notable?

This single was notable for its chart performance, reaching the top 10 in several countries and marking a departure from the darker themes typical of their earlier work. Its remix versions also highlighted the growing trend of incorporating dance music elements into rock, influencing subsequent genres and artists. By 1988, The Cure had established themselves as a significant force in alternative and gothic rock, following the commercial success of their 1987 album 'Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me'. 'Hot Hot Hot!!!' served as a bridge to their later work, showcasing a more playful and experimental approach that hinted at their evolving sound during this era.

How many songs are on Hot Hot Hot!!!?

Hot Hot Hot!!! has 3 tracks, running approximately 14 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·14:48

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Hot Hot Hot!!! (extended remix) Standout 7:04
  • 2 Hot Hot Hot!!! (remix) Standout 3:36
  • 3 Hey You!!! (extended remix) Standout 4:06

Release Date

February 8, 1988

Genre

alternative rock, new wave, post-punk

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

14 min 48 sec