Bleech 9:3 Releases Cover of The Cure's Lullaby
The band dropped their rendition of the 1989 classic as they prepare for a 2027 debut album.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Alternative
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Alternative group Bleech 9:3 has released a new cover of The Cure's song Lullaby via Polydor Records. The release follows their single Tourniquet, which debuted earlier in October 2026.
Why it matters
The band says recording Lullaby influenced their creative process and allowed them to explore new sonic directions for their upcoming debut project. This release arrives as the group builds momentum ahead of their first full-length studio album.
The band consists of 4 members and previously released the single Tourniquet in October 2026. That track was produced by Dan Carey and mixed by Rich Costey.
The players
Bleech 9:3
An alternative music group known for their recent festival performances and upcoming debut album.
The Cure
A legendary rock band that originally released Lullaby in 1989.
Polydor Records
The record label handling the release of the band's new cover track.
The details
Bleech 9:3 shared a lyric video to accompany their version of the 1989 track. The group has also been active on the festival circuit, having performed at Reading and Leeds.
Timeline
October 2026 saw the release of the single Tourniquet.
The cover of Lullaby was officially released on October 30, 2026.
A series of sold-out headline tour dates begins in November 2026.
A larger tour covering the UK, Ireland, and Europe is set for spring 2027.
The band's debut album Bleed is scheduled to arrive in 2027.
Industry Dynamics
This release follows the precedent set by The Cure's 1989 release of Lullaby. The band's move to modernize a classic track aligns with broader industry trends of emerging artists leveraging iconic sounds to build anticipation for debut projects.
Fans can listen to the new cover track on major streaming platforms now. Listeners looking to see the band live can look for dates during the upcoming headline tour starting in November 2026.
The takeaway
Artists often revisit classic tracks to refine their own creative identity before a major release. Listeners can explore the band's evolution by comparing their recent single Tourniquet with their latest cover release.
What happens next
The band will begin a series of sold-out headline tour dates in November 2026, followed by a larger tour leg across the UK, Ireland, and Europe in spring 2027.
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