Halliday and Garcia were introduced to each other by Dave Stewart of Eurythmics. Dean Garcia had played bass guitar as part of Eurythmics' live band in 1983–84 and on two of their studio albums, Touch and Be Yourself Tonight. Toni Halliday was signed to Stewart's Anxious Records label as a solo artist. She also sang with The Uncles and Bonk in the early 1980s.
Toni Halliday and Dean Garcia briefly formed the unsuccessful group State of Play in the late 1980s before parting ways. She attempted a solo career, releasing the album Hearts & Handshakes in 1989. The album was produced by Toni Halliday and Alan Moulder, who later got married. Alan Moulder also produced music for artists like Depeche Mode, Nine Inch Nails and My Bloody Valentine.
In 1991, Halliday reunited with Garcia to form Curve. Their alchemy the second time around created sonically charged music, setting heavy beats and Garcia's densely-layered guitar tracks and feedback against Halliday's airy vocalization of lyrics that frequently explore such topics as alienation, addiction and love on the wane. Curve released three acclaimed EPs throughout 1991 on Stewart's label Anxious Records: Blindfold EP, Frozen and Cherry. These EPs will be included on the compilation Pubic Fruit, issued a year later.
In 1992, Curve released their debut album Doppelgänger. The group also toured extensively during this period, with Halliday and Garcia being supported on stage by the additional guitarists Debbie Smith and Alex Mitchell, plus the drummer Steve Monti. Songs such as "Horror Head", "Coast Is Clear" and "Faît Accompli" brought them critical acclaim and built a solid fanbase for the group.
Their sophomore studio album, Cuckoo, was issued in 1993. The album was a musically more varied but significantly darker release than their debut. On their first two albums, Curve worked with producer Flood (U2, Smashing Pumpkins). Also in 1993, it saw the light of the day the live compilation Radio Sessions.
After nearly a decade and a half of partnership the band split in 1994. During their hiatus, Halliday formed the band Scylla. Their track "Helen's Face" was featured on the Showgirls soundtrack. Garcia began a solo project under the name Headcase.
Toni Halliday also collaborated with other artists, most notably with Leftfield on the track "Original", with Recoil on two songs, "Edge to Life" and "Bloodline" from Bloodline, with The Future Sound of London on the song "Cerebral", with Paul van Dyk on "Words (Curved Headcase Mix)" and with DJ? Acucrack on the song “So To Speak”.
In 1996, the single "Pink Girl With the Blues", marked Curve's official return, followed by the EP Chinese Burn. In 1997, the band released their fourth studio album Come Clean. Curve also contributed the track "Nowhere" to Greg Araki's movie of the same name. Halliday married producer Alan Moulder.
In 2001, the band released on the internet the compilation Open Day at the Hate Fest. This album contained music recorded by Curve since their reformation in 1996. In the same year, the band released the critically acclaimed album Gift. The single "Hell Above Water" has gained the highest public profile as a result of its use in trailers for the 2002 film Spider-Man and the 2008 film Iron Man.
Their final album was 2002's The New Adventures of Curve, released only over the internet. In 2004 The Way of Curve, a best-of compilation was released, featuring their most popular songs and singles, as well as rare B-sides and fan favorites. Halliday announced on their official web site in early 2005 that the group split again.
After the split, Toni Halliday started a solo project entitled Chatelaine and released the album Take a Line For a Walk in 2010.
Dean Garcia founded SPC ECO in 2007 with his daughter Rose Berlin on lead vocals, and guitarist Joey Levenson; and welcomed the addition of guitarist Perry Pelonero in 2011. Garcia is also currently a member of the bands The Black Holes (with Jo Neale; 2007-present), The Chronologic (2006-present), Inkraktare (with Mark Wallbridge aka Vasko The Pig; 2009-present), The Secret Meeting (with kaRIN and Statik of Collide; 2007-present), KGC (with Sascha Konietzko and Lucia Cifarelli of KMFDM; 2006-present) and Morpheme (with Perry Pelonero and Kim Welsh of Bliss.City.East, Skylight and Clenched Fist; 2010-present).
In 2011, SPC ECO released the Big Fat World EP; and the album You Tell Me which includes a track titled Let It Out -- an updated version of Curve's Something Familiar from the album Come Clean. Morpheme released their debut single INFECTION // SINGLE and the RED DOG EP; and Garcia released a solo album entitled How Do You Feel ?, with special guests Mark Wallbridge, Todd Astromass and Jeff Beck.
Official sites:
http://curve.co.uk
http://curve.bandcamp.com
http://on.fb.me/CurveOfficialManagedByDean
2. Starting in the early 2000's, Japanese curve was a two piece for much of their existence, only gaining a third member with their most recent album. They've also had quite a bit of exposure throughout the world, touring through Malysia/Singapore and appearing on a split in the USA.
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Want More Need Less
Curve Lyrics
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Before I die
I don't want to spend time with people
Who don't like me
I'd rather walk on by
And let them get on get on get on
With what they're doing
With what they're doing
They'll want it more
They'll need it less
They'll want it more
They'll need it less
I want to be good and gracious
With my life
I don't want to see the strangers
Who surround me
And there's a reason why
They just go on and on and on
With what they're doing
They just go on and on and on
With what they're doing
They'll want it more
They'll need it less
They'll want it more
They'll need it less
They just go on and on and on and on
They just go on and on and on and on
They just go on and on and on
With what they're doing
I want it more
I need it less
I want it more
I need it less
I want it more
I need it less
I want it more
I need it less
I want it more
I need it less
I want it more
I need it less
I want fun and feeling
Let them get on get on get on get on
I want good and gracious
Let them get on get on get on get on
In "Want More Need Less," Curve expresses a desire for genuine experiences and connections. The lyrics reveal a frustration with superficial relationships, and a yearning for deeper, more meaningful ones. The singer wants to know "fun and feeling" before they die, and to spend time with people who genuinely like them, rather than those who are simply going through the motions. The repetition of the lines "They'll want it more, they'll need it less" suggests that the singer is aware that many people focus on their own desires and needs without considering the consequences of their actions.
The chorus shifts slightly midway through the song, with the singer declaring that they themselves "want it more" but "need it less." This may indicate a personal struggle with excess or addiction, and a desire to prioritize what truly matters in life. Throughout the song, the singer expresses a desire to let go of the people and things that don't serve them, and instead focus on what brings them joy and fulfillment.
In many ways, "Want More Need Less" speaks to the human need for authenticity and connection. The lyrics encourage listeners to let go of people and things that don't contribute positively to their lives, and to prioritize meaningful experiences and relationships. The repetition of the simple but powerful chorus underscores the importance of this message.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to know fun and feeling
I desire to experience joy and emotion.
Before I die
Before my life comes to an end.
I don't want to spend time with people
I prefer not to associate with individuals who don't appreciate me.
Who don't like me
Who don't have positive feelings towards me.
I'd rather walk on by
I would rather leave and ignore their existence.
And let them get on get on get on
And allow them to continue with their own lives.
With what they're doing
With whatever activities they are engaged in.
They'll want it more
They will desire it further.
They'll need it less
They will require it less.
I want to be good and gracious
I aspire to be kind and courteous.
With my life
In regards to the way I live.
I don't want to see the strangers
I don't want to be surrounded by unknown individuals.
Who surround me
Who encircle me.
And there's a reason why
There is an explanation.
They just go on and on and on
They keep doing what they're doing repeatedly.
They just go on and on and on
They just keep going on and on.
With what they're doing
With the activities they are engaged in.
I want it more
I want it increasingly.
I need it less
I require it less.
I want it more
I want it repeatedly.
I need it less
I require it less.
I want it more
I desire it more and more.
I need it less
I do not need it as much.
I want it more
I desire it increasingly.
I need it less
I require it less.
I want fun and feeling
I want to experience joy and emotion.
Let them get on get on get on get on
Allow them to continue with their own lives.
I want good and gracious
I desire to be kind and courteous.
Let them get on get on get on get on
Allow them to continue with their own lives.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Dean Garcia, Toni Halliday
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@d.damann3696
Curve was WAY ahead of their time...and super underrated
@NEntv58
think this might be favorite Curve song
@busterabcat
Probably their best moment on a very strong record ...."GIFT" is their finest album anyway - pure ecstatic noise pop of the highest calibre. They've really honed their craft on this one, every single track is a KILLER - tune, arrangement, production, everything!!! The way some tracks are simply stacked high with overdubs and masses of effects/guitars/vocals, without ever once becoming top-heavy, and the way others (the ferocious reprise at the end of Bleeding Heart for example) catch you unawares whilst your back is turned) is testimony to the sheer wicked genius of this record. "Doppelganger" may have charmed everyone with its insidiousness, and "Cuckoo" caused a few eyebrows to be raised through its experimental diversity, then "Come Clean" blasted away the cobwebs with its steely-eyed but controlled ferocity, but this album is their true pinnacle. Always love Curve - one of the most underrated bands around.
@EsoraChan
I definitely agree
@Palace-of-Madness
Love this CD, but no. It is not anywhere near as good as Doppelganger. But it is my 2nd fav Curve CD.
@76marex
of course it is
@alexyang8440
Doppelganger to me is their finest hour, Cuckoo their most consistent and emotional, and Gift the most polished. But they are all amazing in themselves for sure.
@kennethguitarfiend4493
Agreed
@paulmiller1835
Pure class .Love this slab of noise pop perfection.
@GabrielTravelerVideos
They kick ass as usual....