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The Cure

(2004, Rock, by The Cure, Label: Geffen Records)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 15; suggested age 15.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Dark, brooding tunes for older teens.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 15 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Not an issue.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    A few violent images.
  • Sex:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    "F--k" makes a couple of appearances.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Cure

Parents need to know that The Cure offers no surprises on their new self-titled album. The enduring British goth idols slam through 11 new tunes with self-indulgent angst and a bloody head or two -- nothing shocking to older fans of the band. Except for an occasional "f--k," the lyrics are no cause for concern.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the poetic lyrics of the band. What do deep lyrics add to a song? How are strong lyrics able to stand on their own without even needing a melody? Families can also ask their kids why they think The Cure has had such staying power over the years.

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Maryland
    I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it 5.0

    can't really do any wrong can they?

    I know it's kinda obvious but the Cure is one of the greatest bands to come out of the 80's and this a one of they're darker, more guitar heavy albums that we all love.

  2. Teen Reviewer Age 16
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 4.0

    This is the music I like

    ...read the name. The lead singer in this band is very talented, and the music is good (I have heard better though). People get this idea from the cover that it's this metal stuff that burns your ears after a few seconds...it's not, it's quality rock.

  3. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Illinois
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 4.0

    Good!

    I am glad to hear this album. It was much better then much of their newer albums. Now that the Cure are a great band again, maybe the Pixies will regroup and make another album (one can only hope).

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