Robert Smith: The Cure Legend Promises New Music and Ambitious Plans for 2025

A Prolific Return to Form

Robert Smith says he is targeting a summer 2025 release for The Cure’s next new album, which will serve as a sequel to Songs of a Lost World. After a 16-year hiatus between studio albums, The Cure returned in 2024 with Songs of a Lost World, which marked their first new album in 16 years. The legendary frontman’s creative energy shows no signs of slowing down as he enters a remarkably productive phase of his career.

What to Expect from the New Album

In a recent interview on John Kennedy’s Radio X show, frontman Robert Smith revealed that the band’s follow-up LP will arrive “hopefully before next summer.” Smith told Kennedy that he’s been hard at work finishing the new album, which features a pair of songs that were intended for Songs of a Lost World but didn’t make the cut. In March 2025 the band went back into Rockfield Studios to record 13 more songs for a follow up album.

Regarding the tracks that will land on their new album, Smith teased “It Can Never Be the Same,” a cut first debuted in 2016 that Smith described as a “song of grief… a very, very old song which we’ve been playing for a long, long time.” The album promises to explore melancholic themes whilst offering something distinct from its predecessor.

Beyond Music: Charity and Legacy

Smith’s influence extends beyond the recording studio. Following the news earlier this year that he was taking over from The Who’s Roger Daltrey as the Curator of the annual Teenage Cancer Trust concerts held at London’s Royal Albert Hall, Robert Smith has unveiled the line-up for next year’s week-long series of concerts. Teenage Cancer Trust is the only UK charity that is dedicated to providing specialised nursing care and support for young people with cancer, funding specialist nurses, youth workers and 28 hospital units within the NHS.

Looking Ahead: Tours and Retirement Plans

The Cure’s Robert Smith has shared the band’s plans for a full world tour in 2025, likely stretching into their upcoming 50th anniversary as a band. Smith revealed: “I’m 70 in 2029, and that’s the 50th anniversary of the first Cure album. That’s it, that really is it.” For fans, these announcements signal precious remaining years to experience one of rock music’s most influential artists at his creative peak.

Significance for Music Lovers

Robert Smith’s resurgence represents more than nostalgia—it’s a testament to enduring artistic vision. His commitment to fair ticket pricing, charitable causes, and authentic music-making sets him apart in an industry often criticised for commercialisation. As The Cure approaches their 50th anniversary, Smith’s dedication ensures their legacy remains vital and relevant for new generations discovering their distinctive sound.