THE CURE - DISINTEGRATION

Released in 1989, this album isn't for the faint of heart. It's a deep dive into Robert Smith's emotional abyss, fuelled by heartbreak and existential dread. Disintegration isn't exactly "happy hour" music, but it's undeniably catchy in its own dark and twisty way.

Songs sprawl out like gothic cathedrals, building tension but are also secretly danceable. It has influenced countless musicians and continues to resonate with anyone who's ever felt a little out of step with the world.