BEST BETS Sunday 5/28

IRVINE

8pm

Pop Music

The Cure’s grip on Southland fans shows no signs of loosening. Its latest album, “Bloodflowers,” entered the Southern California pop chart at No. 4 when it hit stores in February. The gothic-rock faithful have several opportunities to catch front man Robert Smith and his cohorts in the days ahead, beginning with the group’s show today in Irvine.

* The Cure, Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, 8808 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine. 8 p.m. $22 to $45. (949) 855-2863. Also Tuesday-Wednesday, Greek Theatre, 2700 N. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles. 7:30 p.m. $46.50. (213) 665-1927. Thursday, San Diego State Open Air Theatre, 5500 Campanile Drive. 7 p.m. $40. (619) 594-6947.