Cure hits, remixed. 1990’s Mixed Up brings together some of The Cure’s most celebratedsongs in extended remix form. Looking atthe tracklist reads like a greatest hitscomp(“Close To Me,” “Lullaby,” “A Forest,” etc.), but these mixes aren’t the album versionsyou’re probably accustomed to. Many of these versions were actuallypreviously released on 12″ singles, butsome were remade especially for this compilation (the album actually also closes with the then-new track “Never Enough.”). The result isan extremelydanceablecollectionofRobert Smith & Co.classics, a treasure trove for long-time fans, and ablessing for DJs. 12 tracks in all on double 180 gram vinyl, complete with half speed mastering and new 2018 remaster by Robert Smith himself.

• 180 gram vinyl pressing
• half speed mastering, remastered by Robert Smith
• printed inserts
• gatefold sleeve
• music label: Fiction Records 2018

reviewed by stealth lurker 06/2018