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.
Official Site
http://www.curve-official.com/
Weekend
Curve Lyrics
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But in this life, nothing is fair
You twist my arm to suit yourself
You wear Prada to show your wealth
You're sad and lonely, stay unloved
But there's no hope for the great and the good
You don't do nothing 'cause you know you should
Always lying to save your face
I see your shame, I see disgrace
If you could only tell the truth
You'd have a better sense of you
When you show it, everything is lost
Before you know it, everyone has gone
To a different party on another weekend
To a different party with brand new friends
I only hope you get the time to change
But there's no winners in this firing range
You play a game you can't ever win
'Cause no one cares where you've been
You make mistakes like everyone else
But don't move on; stay on the shelf
You cry your tears alone at night
And wake up cold in the morning light
You wake up cold
You wake up cold in the morning light
When you show it, everything is lost
Before you know it, everyone has gone
To a different party on another weekend
To a different party with brand new friends
I get confused 'cause I think you care
But in this life, nothing is fair
You twist my arm to suit yourself
You wear Prada to show your wealth
Sad and lonely, stay unloved
But there's no hope for the great and the good
You don't do nothing 'cause you know you should
You get confused 'cause you think you're God
When you show it, everything is lost
Before you know it, everyone has gone
To a different party on another weekend
To a different party with brand new friends
The lyrics in Curve's song "Weekend" seem to be about a person who is struggling with their identity and their place in the world. The singer is torn between feeling like this person cares for them, but also recognizing that nothing in life is fair. The subject is portrayed as someone who manipulates others to suit their own desires, while also trying to project an image of wealth and status through their fashion choices.
The song seems to suggest that the subject is unloved and lonely, but also that they are their own worst enemy. They have a tendency to lie and deceive to save face, which only leads to more shame and isolation. The repeated lines about "a different party on another weekend" suggest that the subject is constantly seeking new experiences and new people, but never really finding what they're looking for.
Overall, the song seems to be a commentary on the emptiness of superficial relationships and materialism, and the importance of self-awareness and honesty in establishing meaningful connections with others.
Line by Line Meaning
I get confused 'cause I think you care
The singer is uncertain of the other person's intentions and whether they truly care or not.
But in this life, nothing is fair
Life can be unfair and unpredictable, leading to confusion and uncertainty.
You twist my arm to suit yourself
The other person manipulates and forces the singer to do things for their own benefit.
You wear Prada to show your wealth
The other person uses material possessions like expensive clothing to display their wealth and status.
You're sad and lonely, stay unloved
The other person is unhappy and alone, and may struggle with forming meaningful connections with others.
But there's no hope for the great and the good
Even those who seem successful or virtuous may not be able to escape the harsh realities of life.
You don't do nothing 'cause you know you should
The other person doesn't take action even when they know they should, possibly due to fear or apathy.
You get confused 'cause you think you're God
The other person has an inflated sense of self-importance and control, leading to confusion and unrealistic expectations.
Always lying to save your face
The other person consistently lies to avoid looking bad or facing the consequences of their actions.
I see your shame, I see disgrace
The artist recognizes the other person's shameful behavior and feels disappointed or disillusioned.
If you could only tell the truth
The singer suggests that honesty could improve the other person's situation and self-awareness.
You'd have a better sense of you
Telling the truth would help the other person understand themselves better and potentially make positive changes.
When you show it, everything is lost
Even if the other person reveals vulnerability or honesty, they may lose the respect or support of others as a consequence.
Before you know it, everyone has gone
People may abandon the other person if they become too much of a liability or disappointment.
To a different party on another weekend
Others may move on to enjoy themselves without the other person's negative influence or presence.
To a different party with brand new friends
The other person's former friends may find new connections and form new relationships without them.
I only hope you get the time to change
The artist wishes the other person will have the opportunity to make positive personal growth.
But there's no winners in this firing range
The difficult and unfair circumstances of life do not allow anyone to truly 'win' or come out on top.
You play a game you can't ever win
The other person is in a situation or mindset that does not allow them to succeed or be content.
'Cause no one cares where you've been
The other person finds themselves without support or empathy from others, possibly due to their own behavior or attitude.
You make mistakes like everyone else
The artist acknowledges that everyone makes mistakes and is flawed.
But don't move on; stay on the shelf
The other person is urged to not dwell on their mistakes or fail to grow from them.
You cry your tears alone at night
The other person may feel isolated and sad, possibly due to their own actions or circumstances.
And wake up cold in the morning light
The other person wakes up feeling unfulfilled or disappointed in themselves or their life.
When you show it, everything is lost
Revealing one's negative emotions or behavior can come at a cost that may lead to negative consequences.
Before you know it, everyone has gone
Others may abandon or reject the other person if they are seen as too negative or difficult.
To a different party on another weekend
Others may find their own enjoyment and connections without the other person's worsening influence or presence.
To a different party with brand new friends
The other person's former friends move on and find new relationships without them.
Contributed by Elizabeth V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@evyntaco
Weeknd killed the fuck outta this hook
@suisaip
Lyrical Myracle i see you everywhere.
@suisaip
Lyrical myracle spiritual induvidual.
@sontiyo7113
he usually compöletly takes over songs when hes featured
only disapointing weeknd feature I can think of is on the uzi album and that song is kinda alright too
but usually he just makes it his song its incredible
@OTBDBOY
Facts
@OTBDBOY
sonti yo Thas cus Uzi ass
@rahtorres4305
I’m in LA like I’m Nipsey
RIP NIPSEY 🙏🏻
@jugesabira6490
The weeknd is from ethiopia and nipsey is from Eritrea and Eritrea was before his independence a province of Ethiopia
@rahtorres4305
Juges Abira thanx for the info 👍🏼
@lopezbrittany97
I literally wanted to say that!