Description
Hidden City is The Cult’s’ tenth studio album produced by Bob Rock and written by Ian Astbury and Billy Duffy. Its the final part of a trilogy that witnessed the rebirth of the band, beginning with Born Into This 2007, which evolved into Choice of Weapon 2012, and arrived fully formed, kicking and screaming with the seductive Hidden CityThe sonic assault of Dark Energy is the perfect intro to this startling new album. Peel away the layers of this 12 track master class in space and time, and you will discover a band in their absolute prime. Which comes as no surprise, as the Cult have existed in the shadows and wild spaces since their inception.When the Cult played Coachella, Rolling Stone hailed their performance as the messianic moment of Coachella. For the Cult, Hidden City, became the perfect metaphor for the revolt between the self and soul and provided the framework for the new album.I find todays gurus are trying to peddle some cure, product or insight as if its a new phenomenon, says Ian Astbury. My place is to respond, not react, to observe, participate and share through words and music. There is no higher authority than the heart.The Cult have cut their own career path. From the iconic Love album to the dystopian Beyond Good & Evil 2001 to the current biting truth of Hidden City, the band live their art. As The future unfolds The Cult will respond. Its what they do.
