Lol Tolhurst & David J — Live Interview in Santa Cruz | Event Santa Cruz

🎵 The soundtrack to Santa Cruz summer starts May 29. Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays returns with FREE live music every Friday through Aug 28. Full lineup + info: https://www.eventsantacruz.com/event/event-santa-cruz-midtown-fridays-summer-block-party-2026/ An intimate, in-depth conversation with Lol Tolhurst (The Cure) and David J (Bauhaus, Love and Rockets), recorded live in Santa Cruz, California. Over 45 minutes, they share stories from the early days of post-punk, the evolution of their music, and the moments that shaped their careers — along with reflections on songs that continue to resonate decades later. Interviewed and hosted by Jennifer Otter Bickerdike and Matthew Swinnerton. This interview was part of a special Event Santa Cruz show connecting iconic musicians with local artists Trestles and Swan Porter for a night of conversation and live collaboration. 🎥 Watch the full performances from this night on our channel 🎥 Filmed at Hwy17 Studios https://www.hwy17studios.com Edited by Bennett Swinnerton The entire evening was beautifully documented by Natalie Sweeting of Through the Bird’s Eye Photography, capturing the emotion, energy, and intimacy of the event. https://www.throughthebirdseyephotography.com/promotional Huge thank you to our partners for supporting this series: City of Santa Cruz Economic Development Department, Studio Holladay, Lookout Santa Cruz, Capitola Mall, Bay Federal Credit Union, and Hotel Paradox. Presented by Event Santa Cruz Connect with us: Subscribe at: http://YouTube.com/EventSantaCruz Newsletter Sign up: http://eepurl.com/ctfOLD Facebook http://Facebook.com/EventSantaCruz Instagram http://Instagram.com/EventSantaCruz Website http://eventsantacruz.com #santacruz 💬 Standout Moments from the Interview: • “We were authentic… we were real to ourselves, and that communicated to the audience.” • “In times of crisis, music always surges… that’s a natural human response.” • “We did 10,000 hours before we even played a gig.” • “It’s much harder for bands now… most gigs barely pay for gas.” • “You have to be true to yourself… it has to come from your inner core.” This conversation dives into: • The early days of The Cure, Bauhaus, and Love and Rockets • How post-punk bands developed their sound • The difference between the 1980s music scene and today • Songwriting and creative process • Advice for new musicians One of the most powerful moments comes when David J shares the story behind writing a song about David Bowie — written the same night he heard the news, with the lyrics pouring out in real time. If you're a fan of Depeche Mode, The Cure, Love & Rockets, Bauhaus, post-punk, alternative music, or just want real insight into what it takes to build something lasting in music — this conversation is for you.

Added 7 Aug 2026