“It has always seemed slightly uncomfortable, the idea of politicised musicians. Very few of them are clever enough to do it; if they're good at the political side, the music side suffers, and vice versa.”

English musician

Robert James Smith is an English musician best known as the co-founder, lead singer, guitarist, primary songwriter, and only continuous member of the Cure. Active since the band formed in 1976, he has been central to its sound and public image. Smith’s guitar style and distinctive voice helped define the Cure’s musical identity. His appearance and personal style also had a strong influence on the goth subculture that became prominent in the 1980s.