The Cure's Berlin concerts go on as bassist Simon Gallup stays ill, son Eden fills in

The Cure performed three sold‑out shows at Berlin's Wuhlheide park in July 2024. Bassist Simon Gallup was unable to play due to illness; his son Eden Gallup stepped in on bass for the first two nights and also for the third concert on July 12. The band posted an Instagram health update confirming Simon’s continued recovery and thanked fans for their support.

For the final night the group released limited‑edition merchandise featuring a "Berlin Show #3" design by illustrator Danistrips, available on‑site and online. The performances featured a mix of the band’s classic material and atmospheric soundscapes, with audiences shifting from a somber mood to a festive vibe as songs like "Friday I’m in Love" and "Boys Don’t Cry" were played.

The shows marked The Cure’s only German dates on their current festival tour, drawing thousands of fans who embraced the band’s distinctive black attire and lyrical melancholy.