Perry Bamonte, Guitarist and Keyboardist, Dies at 65
The music world is mourning the loss of Perry Bamonte, the renowned guitarist and keyboardist of The Cure. He passed away at the age of 65 after a brief illness at home over Christmas. The band announced this sad news on their official website, expressing profound sorrow.
Perry Bamonte’s Legacy with The Cure
Perry Bamonte joined The Cure in 1990 after the exit of keyboardist Roger O’Donnell. He initially contributed to the band as part of the road crew starting in 1984. Over the years, Bamonte played guitar, keyboard, and bass on five studio albums.
- Notable tracks include:
- Friday I’m In Love
- High
- A Letter To Elise
- He also featured on live albums: Paris and Show, released in 1993.
- Perry performed at over 400 concerts during his 14 years with the band.
Return to The Cure
After a period away from the band, Bamonte re-joined The Cure in 2022, continuing to share his musical talents until 2024. His contributions were celebrated by fans and former bandmates, including a heartfelt tribute from former drummer Lol Tolhurst on Instagram.
Impact and Life Beyond Music
The Cure, known for shaping the goth, post-punk, and indie music scenes, was formed in Crawley in 1976 by Robert Smith, Lol Tolhurst, and Michael Dempsey. Bamonte’s impact extended beyond his music; he was passionate about fly fishing and worked as an illustrator, contributing to Fly Culture magazine.
Bamonte’s presence at The Cure’s induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2019 highlighted his significant influence and connection to the music community. His passing leaves an indelible mark on the hearts of fans and fellow musicians alike.
