Curses

About

Curses, the Berlin-based DJ, producer, and sonic alchemist, has carved a niche as a purveyor of dark, danceable grooves that blur the lines between post-punk, darkwave, and electronic music. With a sound that feels like a séance for the dancefloor, Curses—real name Luca Venezia—draws from the raw energy of 1980s underground clubs, infusing it with a modern, cinematic edge. His music is a haunting blend of brooding basslines, shimmering synths, and ethereal vocals, creating a soundscape that’s both nostalgic and futuristic. Emerging from New York’s punk scene, Curses relocated to Berlin, where he found his artistic home in the city’s thriving electronic music culture. His breakthrough came with the 2018 album *"Chapter II: Bloom"*, a critically acclaimed work that solidified his reputation as a master of moody, genre-defying soundscapes. Since then, he’s become a staple in the global underground scene, known for his electrifying live sets and remixes that reimagine tracks by artists like Róisín Murphy and The KVB. Curses’ cultural impact lies in his ability to bridge the gap between the analog and the digital, the past and the present. His collaborations with artists such as Jennifer Touch and Boys Noize highlight his versatility, while his label, Ombra International, serves as a platform for like-minded sonic explorers. Currently, Curses is riding high on the success of his 2023 album *"Romantic Fiction"*, a project that delves deeper into his signature sound while pushing creative boundaries.