About the band
Devoted to the sound. Built for the night.
The Obscure is an independent tribute band performing the music of The Cure — every chorus pedal shimmer, every bass line, every ache in the voice.
The Band
Musicians, not costumes
We started The Obscure because these songs never left us. Each member grew up on The Cure — from Three Imaginary Boys to Disintegration and beyond — and spent years in LA's alternative scene before coming together to play them right.
The result is a tribute that honors the music first: faithful arrangements, real dynamics, and a frontman who sings it like he means it.
The Experience
Fog, light, and feeling
A Cure show is a mood as much as a setlist. We bring the haze, the color, and the pacing — moving from dreamy and slow to joyful pop and back into the dark — so every crowd feels the full arc.
Why book The Obscure
Professional from first email to final encore
Responsive
Clear answers, fast quotes, and a single point of contact.
Experienced
Years on LA and OC stages, private estates, and ballrooms.
Easy to work with
Stage plots, riders, insurance, and timelines ready to send.
Immersive
Haze, light, and sound designed to feel like the real thing.
Audience & event fit
From dive bars to ballrooms
Fans who've seen The Cure a dozen times. Couples who want their first dance to be Lovesong. Companies who want a party their team will actually remember. Festival crowds who want to sing along to Just Like Heaven at sunset. We play to all of them.
The Obscure is an independent tribute band performing the music of The Cure. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by The Cure or its members.
What people are saying
“The Obscure absolutely nailed it. It felt like seeing The Cure again.”
“Incredible musicianship, perfect atmosphere, and a night to remember.”
“Our wedding was magical. The Obscure created the perfect vibe.”
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Ready to bring the atmosphere to your event?
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