U2, The Cure, A-ha, The Smiths, Duran - Duran, Dire Straits, The Police E Muito Mais

Led by the enigmatic Robert Smith, The Cure pioneered the genre before transitioning into a more diverse, "dark whimsical" pop sound.

U2 formed in 1976 at Mount Temple Comprehensive School in Dublin when the members were just teenagers. Known for their politically and socially conscious lyrics, they evolved from a punk-inspired sound to stadium-shaking anthems. Led by the enigmatic Robert Smith, The Cure

: War (1983) established them as political voices with "Sunday Bloody Sunday," while The Joshua Tree (1987) turned them into international superstars with hits like "With or Without You". : War (1983) established them as political voices

: Fans can find definitive collections like The Cure - Greatest Hits (Vinyl) for around $47 at Walmart or the Ultimate Music Guide for deep-dive interviews and history. The Cure: The Masters of Gothic Pop

: They are one of the world's best-selling artists, having sold over 150 million records and winning more than 20 Grammy Awards. The Cure: The Masters of Gothic Pop