Cure – Japanese Whispers: Singles 40th Anniversary Remastered (Clear Vinyl LP)

The Cure’s Third Singles Compilation Japanese Whispers: Singles Nov. 82 – Nov. 83 on Clear LP. Featuring Iconic Tracks “Let’s Go to Bed,” “The Walk,” and “The Lovecats.” Remastered in 2020.

Japanese Whispers, the third compilation from The Cure, was originally released in 1983. The album features a collection of some of their most iconic tracks from this period, including “Let’s Go to Bed,” “The Walk,” and “The Lovecats.”

This album represents a significant transitional phase for The Cure, marking a departure from their earlier post-punk sound toward a more pop-oriented style. The tracks on Japanese Whispers showcase the band’s experimentation with synthesizers and electronic elements, while still maintaining their distinctive melancholic and introspective lyrics.

Overall, Japanese Whispers serves as a snapshot of The Cure’s evolution during the early 1980s, capturing a moment when they were exploring new sonic territories while retaining the emotional depth that has come to define their music.

Side A:

1. Let’s Go to Bed
2. The Dream
3. Just One Kiss
4. The Upstairs Room

Side B:

1. The Walk
2. Speak My Language
3. Lament
4. The Lovecats