2022 release. Surf Curse release their highlight anticipated fourth LP, Magic Hour. Surf Curse is the indie rock recording project of Los Angeles based songwriters Nick Rattigan and Jacob Rubeck. Hailing from Reno, Nevada, Surf Curse has been making waves with their viral single "Freaks." Driven by racing guitar and an infectious chorus, the band's energetic and visceral sound is on full display in the hit single.