Curve - The Way Of Curve 1990-2004

The Way of Curve 1990–2004 is a definitive, 29-track retrospective compilation capturing the career of the influential English alternative rock and shoegaze duo Curve. Released on 17 May 2004 via Anxious Records and BMG, the double-disc album chronologically tracks the creative partnership of vocalist Toni Halliday and multi-instrumentalist Dean Garcia. The first disc highlights the band's essential singles and studio favorites, tracing their sonic evolution from the dense, guitar-heavy walls of sound found on early EPs to the abrasive, industrial-electronica fusion of their later records. This curated journey showcases the signature blend of aggressive electronic beats, shoegaze textures, and ethereal vocals that would later inspire acts like Garbage and Nine Inch Nails.

The second disc elevates the collection beyond a standard greatest hits package by serving as an expansive treasure trove for collectors and completionists. It features highly sought-after B-sides, rare compilation tracks, and standout collaborations—such as a duet with pub-rock legend Ian Dury on his classic "What a Waste." Additionally, it houses prestigious, hard-to-find remixes by electronic pioneer Aphex Twin ("Falling Free") and My Bloody Valentine guitar visionary Kevin Shields ("Coming Up Roses"). By balancing their mainstream radio hits like "Fait Accompli" and "Hell Above Water" with deep-cut rarities, the compilation stands as the most thorough archival document of the group's highly innovative 14-year run.

Curve - Come Clean

Come Clean is the third studio album by English alternative rock duo Curve, released in March 1998 following a five-year hiatus. The album marked a definitive shift from the band's early shoegaze roots toward a dark, futuristic fusion of industrial rock, techno, and trip-hop. Produced alongside electronic pioneers Steve Osborne and Tim Simenon, the record layered Dean Garcia’s aggressive basslines and electronic loops beneath Toni Halliday’s ethereal vocals. It remains highly regarded for its dense, cinematic production that heavily influenced the late-1990s electronic rock landscape.

The album's release was propelled by its lead single, "Chinese Burn," which achieved widespread commercial exposure through a high-profile Sony MiniDisc television advertisement. Despite positive critical reception and a successful follow-up single in "Coming Up Roses," commercial momentum stalled due to promotional friction and corporate restructuring at Universal Music. Consequently, the album became a cult classic rather than a mainstream breakthrough. It stands as a pivotal creative peak for the duo, capturing the gritty, cyber-influenced sonic aesthetic of the late-90s underground scene.

Curve - Cuckoo [Expanded Edition]

Cuckoo [Expanded Edition] is the definitive, remastered reissue of the acclaimed second studio album by the British alternative rock duo Curve. Originally released in 1993, the album is widely considered by band members Toni Halliday and Dean Garcia to be their finest work. Co-produced alongside legendary producers Flood and Steve Osborne, and mixed by Alan Moulder, Cuckoo perfected Curve's signature sonic blueprint. The record seamlessly fuses aggressive shoegaze guitar textures with dark, industrial electronic beats and hauntingly melodic vocals, which propelled it into the UK Top 30 charts upon its initial release.

Curated directly by the band, this expanded two-disc edition serves as an exhaustive archival document of the Cuckoo era. The first disc features the original 10-track studio album fully remastered from the original tapes, including standout singles like "Superblaster" and "Missing Link." The second disc is packed with rare B-sides, extended remixes, and single versions. Crucially, it includes the previously unreleased, original studio mixes of "Rising" and "Half The Time"—tracks that had prior only been commercially available in their remixed formats.

Curve - Doppelgänger

Released on March 9, 1992, Doppelgänger is the acclaimed debut album by English alternative rock duo Curve, featuring Toni Halliday and Dean Garcia. The album combines shoegaze guitars with industrial beats and reached number 11 on the UK Albums Chart, influencing later 1990s alternative rock with its dense production.

Anchored by Halliday's vocals and heavy distortion, the album produced UK Top 40 singles "Faît Accompli" and "Horror Head." Doppelgänger is celebrated as a 1990s alternative masterpiece, maintaining a lasting legacy through anniversary reissues and continued collector interest.

Curve - 4 EP's

I didn't get to posting more Curve back when this was a viable blog, so today I'm going to add a little more, because I can and you're gonna love it. Hold tight!

 Curve - Blackerthreetracker EP

Curve - Blackerthreetracker Two EP

Curve - Chinese Burn [US] EP

Curve - Horror Head EP

Blackerthreetracker EP and Blackerthreetracker Two EP are twin EPs released by the British alternative rock/shoegaze band Curve in late 1993. They served to introduce "Missing Link," the lead single from their second studio album, Cuckoo. While the first EP contains the original tracks, the second EP features electronic and techno-leaning remixes of the band's material. 

Blackerthreetracker (EP 1) was released on 23 August 1993, this primary EP reached #39 on the UK Singles Chart. The lead track, "Missing Link," was co-produced by the band and prominent producer Flood.

1. "Missing Link" (4:20)

2. "On The Wheel" (6:02) – Non-album track

3. "Triumph" (4:52) – Non-album track

Blackerthreetracker Two (EP 2) was released shortly after on 10 October 1993, this companion EP took a heavier electronic approach. It features distinct, reimagined versions of Curve tracks by notable ambient techno and dance music producers.

1. "Missing Link" (Bird Mix) – Remixed by Bird

2. "Rising" (Headspace Mix) – Remixed by The Future Sound of London

3. "Half The Time" (Drum Club Mix) – Remixed by Drum Club

Both EPs represent Curve's distinct transition towards a more aggressive, industrial, and techno-influenced guitar sound.

Chinese Burn (US CD Single) was released in 1997 by Universal Records and Estupendo (Catalog Number: UD 53110), this US edition of "Chinese Burn" by the alternative rock/shoegaze band Curve is a comprehensive 8-track CD single that transitions through Electronic, Breaks, Industrial, and Big Beat genres. Servicing as a prominent teaser for their third studio album Come Clean, the EP features the definitive "Flood Mix" of the title track alongside heavy electronic re-interpretations by prominent producers like Paul van Dyk, Lunatic Calm, Headcase, and Witchman. Written entirely by band members Dean Garcia and Toni Halliday, the physical disc also acts as a vital collector's item by housing two sought-after non-album B-sides: "Robbing Charity" and the brief title track snippet "Come Clean".

1. Chinese Burn (Flood Mix) (Album Version) – 4:26

2. Chinese Burn (Paul Van Dyk Forbidden City Remix) – 10:38

3. Chinese Burn (Lunatic Calm Remix) – 7:35

4. Chinese Burn (Headcase Medipac Remix) – 6:18

5. Chinese Burn (Witchman's Eye Of The Storm Remix) – 6:27

6. Chinese Burn (Steve Osborne Mix) (Full Length) – 4:52

7. Robbing Charity – 5:58

8. Come Clean – 2:16

Track 1 is listed as the album version, although it was actually track 6 that eventually appeared on Come Clean.

Horror Head is a landmark 1992 EP and single by the English alternative rock duo Curve, serving as the second release from their seminal debut album, Doppelgänger. Co-produced by the band alongside legendary producer Flood and mixed by Alan Moulder, the EP perfectly showcases Curve's signature fusion of abrasive shoegaze guitars, heavy industrial beats, and Toni Halliday’s ethereal vocals. Peak-indexing at number 31 on the UK Singles Chart, the release is highly prized by fans for its stellar B-sides—"Falling Free," "Mission From God," and "Today Is Not the Day"—which cemented the band's influential role in shaping the 1990s electronic-rock landscape.

1. Horror Head (Remix): A re-worked version of the album track, co-produced by Flood and remixed by Alan Moulder.

2. Falling Free: A driving, atmospheric non-album track.

3. Mission From God: A dark, industrial-tinged fan favourite.

4. Today Is Not the Day: A heavy, texturized shoegaze piece.

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Curve - Pubic Fruit

Pubic Fruit is a 1992 compilation album by the English alternative rock band Curve, designed to introduce American audiences to their early sound by combining three acclaimed British EPs—The Blindfold, The Frozen, and The Cherry—along with an extended remix of "Faît Accompli". The collection highlights the band's pioneering blend of distorted shoegaze guitars, industrial rhythms, and melodic vocals, serving as an essential, cohesive introduction to their formative era.
Musically, tracks like "Ten Little Girls" and "Coast Is Clear" showcase the fusion of heavy guitars and electronic beats that influenced the 1990s industrial rock scene. It serves as an ideal entry point for exploring Curve's influential sound prior to their debut album, Doppelgänger.