"Show" is a live album by the renowned British rock band, The Cure, released in 1993 by Fiction Records. The album is essentially a concert album, encapsulating some of the band's most memorable performances during their 1992 Wish tour.
This power-packed album primarily features songs from the quartet's then-recent release "Wish". However, it also includes some all-time favorites from their earlier albums. Tracks like "Pictures of You", "Just Like Heaven", "Lullaby", among others, represent the band's past works, pleasing the fancies of old and new fans alike.
While many live albums fail to capture the mood and energy of a band, "Show" stands apart, authentically encapsulating the raw, electric energy and the moody atmospheric textures that The Cure is known for. For many fans and critics, this album, as with many of their live performances, captures the polar sides of the band – from the introverted, moody and gloomy side to their ecstatic, euphoric heights.
The band's lineup for the performance included Robert Smith (vocals, guitar), Perry Bamonte (keyboards), Simon Gallup (bass guitar), Porl Thompson (guitar), and Boris Williams (drums). The cover art of the album is an uncredited photograph of the band with the album's title superimposed in vibrant colors, giving it quite a distinct and attractive look.
In all, "Show" stands as a testament to The Cure's enduring appeal and their masterful ability to balance darkness and light in their music, making it a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the fusion of alternative rock, post-punk, and new wave music that the band is celebrated for.
