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I agree Bestival 2011 had an impact for putting The Cure back on the UK Festival map, but for me it was the worst time I have seen the band. They were still comfortably the best act at Bestival but it was an odd performance with a one-off lineup. Maybe a personal preference but the band have sounded a million times better with Reeves Gabrels, and he was missing at Bestival 11. It took 2-3 years for him to bed-in but IMHO the band sounded much better at Reading 2012 and have only got better since then. I've always found the Bestival CD a little harsh and rough.   I think what it shows is that people had severely underrated The Cure as a live force. Prehaps this was justified 1995-2004, but it feels like their stock has been steadily increasing since 2005 with many shifts in momentum. I know Neil on here was particularly down on them a few years back. 

Would love a coupler of smaller outdoor events.   Pierce Hall, Scarborough, and smaller ilk.   But probably right, one or two larger scale shows in 2/3 countries is the most likely.

That's my feelings as well. I think City would have to sign noone in the transfer window and/or have a points deduction not to get top 4.

Wrong 'un right there.

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