Pornography is The Cure’s darkest and most intense album, marking the culmination of their early gothic sound. Released in 1982, it is often regarded as a landmark in post-punk and gothic rock, drenched in bleak atmospheres, haunting lyrics, and heavy, distorted production. The album was recorded during a tumultuous period for the band, with Robert Smith later describing it as a time of self-destruction and despair. Opening with the chilling line "It doesn't matter if we all die", Pornography is a sonic descent into madness, blending hypnotic drum loops, eerie synths, and aggressive guitar tones. Despite its bleakness, it remains a fan favorite and one of The Cure's most influential records, setting the stage for the band’s later evolution.

Tracklist:

Side A:
A1. One Hundred Years
A2. A Short Term Effect
A3. The Hanging Garden
A4. Siamese Twins

Side B:
B1. The Figurehead
B2. A Strange Day
B3. Cold
B4. Pornography