The Head on the Door — 1985

A bright, accessible pop peak balancing gloom and hooks. Tuneful and beloved. A turning point. Not the headline release, but a genuine highlight.

On vinyl: The original pressing is often easy to find second-hand in good condition.

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More from The Cure — where to go next

If you have The Head on the Door, these are the The Cure records worth reaching for next.

1. 1
   Disintegration1989 · Alternative & Indie
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2. 2
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3. 3
   Seventeen Seconds1980 · Alternative & Indie
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4. 4
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5. 5
   Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me1987 · Alternative & Indie
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