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Join The Dots: B-Sides And Rarities, 1978-2001 - The Cure
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69 out of 100

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9.5 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 11 Ratings

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  • Summary: This 70-track, 4-disc collection is just what the title says: every Cure B-side and compilation track, in chronological order, from 1978-2001, each newly remastered and accompanied by extensive liner notes by Robert Smith.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. All Music Guide
    90
    It, admittedly, may be a bit too much for someone who isn't quite a big devotee of the band, but it's a veritable godsend for those who've been waiting for this for years.
  2. Entertainment Weekly
    83
    Only Disc 1 is essential, but even the lesser material leaves lipstick traces. [5 Mar 2004, p.68]
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  3. New Musical Express (NME)
    60
    Brilliant band then, not so brilliant boxset.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. ZOmennZ
    10
    Two words "Fuking brilliant"
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  2. CarlS
    10
    if you like the cure you need this, absolutely brilliant and mana for this longtime fan. Special mention to the booklet, which is informative and excellent. (New order, take note, THIS is what fans want from a boxset). Best boxset since Heart and Soul by Joy Division.… Expand
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  3. DavidB
    10
    A beautiful collection.
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