The seductive guitar + vocal stylings of Spells and Curses started as therapy in an NYC basement.
After losing a parent, ending a relationship and leaving unhealthy friend circles all within a few months, theRave was forced to start a new chapter in life by exercising unfamiliar feelings of love and loss: so he turned to music and formed Spells and Curses.
But it was the loss of a family member to suicide that gave his work a focused purpose; to prove that despite our past trauma, surviving and making a better life is the ultimate revenge. Spells and Curses attempt this by creating music to explore one's "inner space", with songs that act as a “spell” to enhance the moment, or a “curse” to damn it.
Since then, the mission has been to inspire those looking to free themselves from toxic and traumatic environments. To empower people whose attempts at improving their lives are met with resistance or negativity. To show anyone that the venom of opposition can be turned into the basis of courage. This focus on love, hate, vitriol, and freedom has been the tenet of Spells and Curses’ entire output; as seen through self-produced albums (such as SUADADE and Sinful Things), to currently releasing a new song and music video every 2 months.
Press
"... the tracks affect you that much more. I encourage people to try it out and see what sensations they encounter throughout it." - Creative Control Magazine
"But what I love about “Suadade” is the fact that it’s just so damned experimental. This is the documentation of a band exploring their headspace and finding multiple voices in return. I would most definitely recommend listening to “Suadade” from start to finish in order to get the full effect intended." - Jammerzine
"... a seductive new take on alternative rock by combining the lush harmonic arrangements of Jeff Buckley, with the textured visceral rock of Deftones." - Radio InterDual
“… a rock album, full of unabashedly epic intentions. The perfect companion for floating through space.“ - Sparkstream
"The sound is very original, sometimes dark and heavy, then suddenly pure industrial with some sweet melodies as well during the calmer parts... Definitely highly recommended to check out asap." - Strutter Magazine
- Spells and Curses Interviewed by WVMR NY Radio [VIDEO]
“It's very cohesive as a whole; each song has it's own feel to it. I just got so caught up with the music.“ - Ain't Talking Bout Pop
"New York’s Spells And Curses is an interesting group. They don’t really fit neatly in any one category. Their sound reminds me of so many different groups, hardly any of which are similar to another." - Ryze-Up
“Elegant, melodic and heartfelt slice of emotive and compelling indie-rock. it is packed with passion and smouldering with emotion and imbued with a rich melodic charm…” - Barry Gruff
“… it reminded me of Billy Corgan and his vocals tics circa Siamese Dream so that is a definite plus.” - mp3hugger
- Spells and Curses Interviewed by The Aquarian
“… consumes with the smooth vocal captivation … Silky smooth guitar work and raspy vocals create an intoxicatingly seductive atmosphere.” - Obscure Sound
”L'artiste a une superbe voix. Bien sûr, nous avons aimé à la qualité de la réalisation , de l'instrumentation , et les lignes de chant sont également réussi.” - IGGY Magazine
”With regards to the song, the musicianship all round is top notch and the vibe tight…” - The Slow Music Movement
- Unveiling Dreams and Desires: An Exclusive Interview with Spells and Curses by The Show Last Night