The Cure Perform ‘Treasure’ and ‘In Your House’ Live for the First Time in Over a Decade at North Festival 2026

The Cure surprises fans with rare tracks ‘Treasure’ and ‘In Your House’ back on stage after more than ten years during their North Festival 2026 set.

When The Cure takes the stage, you expect a nostalgic trip through their vast catalog of gothic rock and alternative anthems. But this summer at North Festival 2026, something special happened — the band dug deep into their catalog and revived two rarely played gems: ‘Treasure’ and ‘In Your House’. It was a moment that felt like a secret handshake among longtime fans, a sweet nod to their rich history that hadn’t graced live shows in over a decade.

A Setlist Shake-Up at North Festival

Just two days after headlining Primavera Sound in Barcelona, The Cure delivered a fresh and surprising set at North Festival in Maia, Portugal on June 7, 2026. Frontman Robert Smith and the band clearly wanted to shake things up, choosing songs that weren’t part of their Primavera lineup. The highlight was definitely the deep cut ‘Treasure’ from their 1996 album Wild Mood Swings and the hauntingly beautiful ‘In Your House’ from their second album, Seventeen Seconds.

These were not just casual additions; it was the first time ‘Treasure’ had been played live since 2013, and ‘In Your House’ hadn’t been performed since 2011. For fans who have followed the band for years, hearing these tracks live again was like rediscovering a hidden corner of the Cure universe.

Other rare tracks that slipped into the North Festival set but were absent in Barcelona included ‘Want’ and ‘M’, adding to the evening’s feeling of exclusivity and surprise.

Check out some incredible fan footage capturing the magic of ‘Treasure’ at the show here:

Another surprise in Porto tonight! 🖤
The Cure have just played ‘In Your House’ from Seventeen Seconds for the first time since 2011.
They dedicated the entire first encore to Seventeen Seconds, performing four songs from the album back-to-back.

A Beautiful Nod to Seventeen Seconds

The setlist didn’t just include these rare treats; the band gave a touching salute to their early gothic era. They dedicated the first encore entirely to songs from Seventeen Seconds, delivering a powerful and atmospheric run through some of their classic material, including:

• ‘In Your House’
• ‘M’
• ‘Play For Today’
• ‘A Forest’

This was a moment that transported the crowd right back to the early 80s, a time when The Cure’s moody, ethereal sound was sharply defining the post-punk landscape.

Classic Hits and More

Of course, no Cure set would be complete without some of their biggest favorites. The North Festival performance was a perfect blend of beloved classics and these exciting rarities. Here’s the full list of songs they played:

• ‘Alone’
• ‘Pictures Of You’
• ‘High’
• ‘A Night Like This’
• ‘Lovesong’
• ‘The Last Day Of Summer’
• ‘Burn’
• ‘Fascination Street’
• ‘alt.end’
• ‘Push’
• ‘Mint Car’
• ‘In Between Days’
• ‘Just Like Heaven’
• ‘Treasure’
• ‘Want’
• ‘From The Edge Of The Deep Green Sea’
• ‘Endsong’
• ‘In Your House’
• ‘M’
• ‘Play For Today’
• ‘A Forest’
• ‘Lullaby’
• ‘Wrong Number’
• ‘The Walk’
• ‘The Lovecats’
• ‘Friday I’m In Love’
• ‘Close To Me’
• ‘Why Can’t I Be You?’
• ‘Boys Don’t Cry’

This setlist is like a greatest hits and fan favorites playlist on steroids, showing off the band’s incredible versatility and deep catalog.

More Magic with Olivia Rodrigo

Just one day before their North Festival surprise, Robert Smith made waves by joining pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo during her secret set at Primavera Sound on June 6. The two debuted their new duet ‘What’s Wrong With Me’, a collaboration that captured the crowd’s imagination instantly.

“I feel like I’m gonna cry,” Olivia said after their performance. “I can’t believe that’s a thing that happened in the real world and not just a figment of my imagination.” This moment was a beautiful bridge between generations of music lovers, blending Smith’s legendary voice with Rodrigo’s fresh energy.

Touring Into Summer and Beyond

Following the Portugal show, The Cure’s 2026 summer tour marches on. Their next stop is at Nova Rock in Austria on June 12, promising more opportunities for fans to catch this legendary band live.

Here’s a snapshot of their upcoming UK and Ireland headline shows:

June
26 – Marlay Park, Dublin
28 – Belsonic, Belfast

August
21 – Live From Wythenshawe Park, Manchester
23 – Edinburgh Summer Sessions, Royal Highland Showgrounds, Edinburgh

It’s worth noting that these shows mark The Cure’s first big stage reunion since their intimate London Troxy gig last November, which was a special celebration of their new album Songs Of A Lost World. That gig was a star-studded affair with notable attendees like Billie Joe Armstrong (Green Day), Ed O’Brien (Radiohead), Boy George, Stuart Braithwaite (Mogwai), and Pedro Pascal among the audience.

Looking Ahead: New Music on the Horizon

Robert Smith has teased that The Cure isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Beyond Songs Of A Lost World, the band has another album that’s virtually finished, with a third one also in the pipeline. Smith hopes to have at least one album released before the ongoing tour dates, setting fans up for even more excitement.

He also hinted that celebrations might stretch all the way to the band’s 50th anniversary in 2028. “We’ll probably be playing quite regularly through until the next anniversary – the 2028 anniversary! It’s looming on the horizon,” he shared, suggesting that the band’s journey is far from over.

The Cure continues to surprise and delight with their ever-evolving live performances, proving that after all these years, they still know how to create magic on stage. What rare track would you love to see them revive next?

FAQ

• How long had it been since The Cure last played ‘Treasure’ live?
  The band hadn’t performed ‘Treasure’ live since 2013 before bringing it back at North Festival 2026.
• What is special about ‘In Your House’ in their setlist history?
  ‘In Your House’ is a gothic classic from their 1980 album Seventeen Seconds that hadn’t been played live since 2011.
• Did Robert Smith collaborate with other artists recently?
  Yes, he performed a new duet with Olivia Rodrigo titled ‘What’s Wrong With Me’ during her surprise set at Primavera Sound 2026.
• What are some upcoming tour dates for The Cure in 2026?
  Key shows include June 26 at Marlay Park, Dublin, June 28 at Belsonic, Belfast, August 21 at Wythenshawe Park, Manchester, and August 23 at Edinburgh Summer Sessions.
• Are there new albums expected from The Cure soon?
  Robert Smith confirmed the band has another new album nearly finished, with a third also in development, likely releasing before the tour concludes.

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