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Entreat
Rock · 1989 · 8 tracks

Entreat

Entreat captures The Cure's seminal 1989 album Disintegration in a raw, powerful live setting. Recorded at Wembley Arena, this album offers a direct, unvarnished experience of their most melancholic a

1989 · Tact

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Imagine stepping into a vast, darkened arena, the air thick with anticipation, as The Cure unleashes the melancholic grandeur of 'Disintegration' live. 'Entreat' is that experience bottled: a raw, emotionally charged journey through some of their most iconic and introspective tracks. It's less about pristine studio polish and more about the visceral power of the performance, the extended jams, and Robert Smith's voice cutting through the cavernous space. This album is for those who crave the unvarnished intensity of a legendary band at their peak, transforming studio masterpieces into living, breathing anthems of longing and introspection. It's a must-own for anyone who wants to feel the full weight and beauty of The Cure's most celebrated era.

Tracklist · 8 Tracks
01
Pictures of You
7:09
02
Closedown
4:24
03
Last Dance
4:43
04
Fascination Street
5:20
05
Prayers for Rain
4:47
06
Disintegration
7:42
07
Homesick
6:52
08
Untitled
6:32
Moments Worth Listening For
The driving, almost hypnotic bassline of 'Fascination Street' gaining an even greater urgency in its live rendition, propelling the track forward with palpable energy.
The eerie, delicate synth textures and Robert Smith's whispered vocals on 'Lullaby' creating a chilling, intimate atmosphere that feels both grand and unsettling in the live setting.
The soaring, emotional guitar lines and Smith's impassioned delivery during 'Pictures of You', amplifying the song's wistful beauty and making it feel like a collective sigh from the audience.
The epic, cathartic build-up and eventual release in the title track 'Disintegration', where the band's collective power reaches its peak, showcasing their mastery of dynamic tension and emotional weight.
Reviews

How does Entreat sound next to the rest of The Cure's catalogue?

Live Recording+1.5σ

The production is pushed notably harder into live recording than this artist usually allows.

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