Wild Mood Swings
The Cure · 1996
61 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · post-punk
A kaleidoscopic blend of pop melodies and darker, introspective themes woven into lush soundscapes.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
- Context
- By the time 'Wild Mood Swings' was released in May 1996, The Cure had already established themselves as a significant force in alternative rock. This album came after the commercial success of 'Wish' (1992) and marked a shift in their sound as they explored more varied emotions and styles. It was also a time when frontman Robert Smith faced personal challenges, which influenced the album’s lyrical content.
- If you like
- alternative rock, new wave, post-punk
Wild Mood Swings is an album by The Cure, released in 1996. A kaleidoscopic blend of pop melodies and darker, introspective themes woven into lush soundscapes. 'Wild Mood Swings' debuted at number 18 on the Billboard 200 and received mixed critical reviews, highlighting its departure from the band's previous style. Despite this, it continued to showcase The Cure's ability to evolve, influencing many alternative and gothic rock bands that followed. Its singles, particularly 'The 13th' and 'Mint Car', received substantial airplay and contributed to the band's lasting legacy during the mid-90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Wild Mood Swings sound like?
A kaleidoscopic blend of pop melodies and darker, introspective themes woven into lush soundscapes. Rooted in alternative rock and new wave.
What makes Wild Mood Swings by The Cure notable?
'Wild Mood Swings' debuted at number 18 on the Billboard 200 and received mixed critical reviews, highlighting its departure from the band's previous style. Despite this, it continued to showcase The Cure's ability to evolve, influencing many alternative and gothic rock bands that followed. Its singles, particularly 'The 13th' and 'Mint Car', received substantial airplay and contributed to the band's lasting legacy during the mid-90s. By the time 'Wild Mood Swings' was released in May 1996, The Cure had already established themselves as a significant force in alternative rock. This album came after the commercial success of 'Wish' (1992) and marked a shift in their sound as they explored more varied emotions and styles. It was also a time when frontman Robert Smith faced personal challenges, which influenced the album’s lyrical content.
Who is Wild Mood Swings for?
Wild Mood Swings works well if you're into long immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on Wild Mood Swings?
Wild Mood Swings has 14 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Want 5:07
- 2 Club America 5:01
- 3 This Is a Lie 4:31
- 4 The 13th Standout 4:06
- 5 Strange Attraction 4:19
- 6 Mint Car Standout 3:32
- 7 Jupiter Crash Standout 4:15
- 8 Round & Round & Round… 2:38
- 9 Gone! 4:31
- 10 Numb 4:49
- 11 Return 3:28
- 12 Trap 3:37
- 13 Treasure 3:45
- 14 Bare 7:57
Release Date
May 7, 1996
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
61 min 42 sec
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