«Slave to instinct» is the fourth track in a series of songs dealing with social issues. It is about the question: can we change and break out of old behavior patterns or are we «Slave(s) to instinct»... ?

Slave To Instinct

This a song for all travelers and dreamers... telling the story of a train ride on a dark and gloomy November evening with an unexpected encounter... Available in all stores:)

Angel

"Shine On" is a summer folk-pop song full of good vibes and positive energy - dance and sing along:)

Shine On

"Lay You Lazy" is a song about a date night with candlelight, pizza, red wine, and relaxed love...

Lay You Lazy

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The album "Lockdown" with its seven rap versions in seven different languages is about the COVID-19 time we all experienced on a local, national, and even global scale. For me, these songs are two things: First, personal processing of my emotions, feelings, and thoughts that need to be expressed in a creative way. Second, the songs are a manifest of resilience and hope, because we made it through this "shitshow", hopefully learning something for the future...

Lockdown German Rap Version

Lockdown Original Version

Lockdown Spanish Rap Version

Lockdown – Seven Nations is the brand new album from Dave Curl, available worldwide via all major streaming services on February 23, 2024. Unlike a traditional album, Lockdown puts a single song and theme in the hands of artists around the globe. The full Lockdown – Seven Nations LP features eight different versions of the song. Rappers from Switzerland, Spain, Germany, France, India, Italy, and the UK all take their turns. Each emcee offers their view of the COVID pandemic...

Lockdown (Spanish Rap Version) feat. Madliv

This ironic rock track captures the modern epidemic of disconnection, as people immerse themselves in smartphones rather than meaningful conversation. Inspired by a train journey through the Italian part of Switzerland, Curl was struck by the eerie silence of fellow passengers glued to their screens. Expecting lively chatter, he instead found an irritating scene of silence. This moment sparked the idea of "Don't Talk Anymore". The song serves as an ironic reminder of the importance of meaningful communication in an increasingly virtual world.

Don't Talk Anymore

New Surfsong "Riders" Out Now 🌊 🎸... and welcome to my channel! I'm Dave Curl, a Singer-Songwriter with English-Australian roots, born and raised in Switzerland. I have been passionate about creating and performing my own music since 2015, creating my own unique folk-pop-rock sound:) Enjoy!

Riders

Dave Curl Releases New Single “Fool in Love” – A Pop Anthem About Love and Insecurity. Written over thirty years ago, the song reflects the emotional complexities of love and self-doubt that marked Dave’s younger years. It explores the tension between seeking love and feeling lost within it, capturing the vulnerability and uncertainty of a young man navigating relationships.

This single is the latest addition to Dave’s growing catalog, following albums Introducing (2021), Lockdown – Seven Nations (2024), and recent singles like Don’t Talk Anymore and Riders. Fans can stream 'Fool in Love' and all major platforms...

Fool in Love

“Casual Business Workspace” is an uplifting pop-rock track about connection, creativity, and those special places that feel like home. ☕🎸💬

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"Red Flag" is a raw, cinematic indie-pop track by singer-songwriter Dave Curl, blending acoustic depth with emotional storytelling. Inspired by a real phone call with a friend stuck in a toxic relationship, it’s a heartfelt call to recognize the signs and walk away.

Red Flag

Empty is a melancholic yet beautiful acoustic rock song about burnout, disconnection, and the longing “to get out.” It captures the feeling of running endlessly in life’s rat race — chasing goals, losing touch, and realizing that, somewhere along the way, you’ve forgotten what truly matters.

Built around intimate vocals, raw acoustic guitar, and subtle atmospheric layers, Empty unfolds with honesty and vulnerability. It’s both a personal confession and a mirror for anyone who’s ever felt worn down by the pressure to keep going when there’s nothing left to give.

For fans of reflective, emotion-driven music — think Ben Howard, Damien Rice, or Kurt Vile — Empty blends melancholy and beauty into a sound that lingers long after the final chord...

Empty

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Rising indie-rock artist Dave Curl just released his latest single called “Tony”  - A song about transitioning. 
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Dave Curl is a Swiss singer-songwriter with English-Australian roots, blending folk, pop, and rock into heartfelt, honest songs. Since 2015, he’s been crafting music that connects through real stories, emotion, and raw energy.

With over 2 million streams and hundreds of live shows, Dave’s sound keeps evolving — from his debut album Introducing to EPs like Slave To Instinct, Hold Me Close, and Lockdown – Seven Nations, a global collaboration with rap artists.

Recent singles Don’t Talk Anymore, Running Wild, Riders, and Red Flag explore love, struggle, and self-reflection.

🔥 New track out now: Empty — a haunting, melancholic acoustic rock song about chasing life’s rat race and feeling hollow inside.

Always honest. Always from the heart.

Dave Curl

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