The Cure: A Soundtrack to Growing Up Gen-X The first time I heard The Cure, I didn’t just listen to them—I felt them. Like so many Gen-Xers growing up in the late ‘80s and early ‘90s, music wasn’t just background noise; it was identity. And for those of us who gravitated toward a little more…
If you ever wanted a crash course in human history via post-punk cynicism, you don’t need a dusty textbook—you need The Black Album. Specifically, “History of the World (Part 1)” by The Damned. Released in 1980, this track smashes together synthy theatrical flair, sarcastic lyrics, and an undercurrent of existential dread. It’s goth-meets-satire with a…