The post-punk poster boys Joey Ramone couldn’t stand

Joey Ramone said he hated The Cure during a 1991 television phone-in, despite the band’s early punk roots and the Ramones’ role in inspiring punk musicians. His blunt response highlights how The Cure’s later musical direction diverged from the direct, fast punk sound associated with the Ramones.

The article suggests Joey might have appreciated early songs such as ‘Jumping Someone Else’s Train’ and ‘Killing an Arab’, but speculates that The Cure’s later, more expansive alternative rock could have put him off. He never explained his dislike, and died in 2001, leaving the reason unknown.