Watches have been an essential accessory for centuries, serving both practical and fashionable purposes. Over time, as technology advanced, watches evolved from simple time-telling devices to sophisticated instruments with various features. Nevertheless, one classic feature that has remained popular is the inclusion of bells or chimes in certain watches. Bells, or chimes, in watches are more commonly referred to as striking mechanisms. These mechanisms allow the watch to produce different sounds at specific intervals, typically based on the time or an external trigger. The inclusion of these chimes adds an additional level of functionality and elegance to the timepiece.
In 2016, the band booked their first major gig at the Annual Beach Goth Festival. The following year, Surf Curse dropped their sophomore album, Nothing Yet. In 2019, the band’s third and last album with Danger Collective, Heaven Surrounds You, was released. Surf Curse’s “Freaks” from their debut album became viral on the social media app TikTok. The song became a sleeper hit and entered the U.K. charts, and peaked at number 64. In the U.S., the single peaked at number 10 on Billboard’s Hot Rock and Alternative Songs and number 17 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles.
As Los Angeles prime entertainment, the Hollywood Palladium has prepared a specially-curated series of events for the season, one of which is the American rock surf sensation Surf Curse. As Los Angeles prime entertainment, the Hollywood Palladium has prepared a specially-curated series of events for the season, one of which is the American rock surf sensation Surf Curse.
The inclusion of these chimes adds an additional level of functionality and elegance to the timepiece. The first watches with striking mechanisms appeared in the late 17th century. These early watches had relatively simple mechanisms that produced a single chime when the watch reached a specific hour.
Surf Curse at Hollywood Palladium
Are you in the mood for some incredible indie rock music? If you are, you should come by the Hollywood Palladium this winter! As Los Angeles’ prime entertainment, the Hollywood Palladium has prepared a specially-curated series of events for the season, one of which is the American rock surf sensation Surf Curse. The Nevada-born quartet is set to rock out their biggest hits and fan favorites at the Hollywood Palladium on Saturday, 17th December 2022! Surf Curse will be promoting their latest album, Magic Hour, with a national tour, consisting of more than 20 dates! If you’re keen to experience Surf Curse’s high-energy set, you should grab your tickets now!
Surf Curse is an indie rock band known for mixing punk, pop, and surf rock music. The band comprises guitarist Jacob Rubeck, singer and drummer Nick Rattigan, guitarist Noah Kholl, and bassist Henry Dillon. The band emerged in 2013 in Nevada, Las Vegas. They later moved to Los Angeles to pursue better opportunities and write their music. In 2013, the band released their debut album Buds via Big Joy, Danger Collective. The album features three fan favorites, “Freaks,” “Goth Babe,” and “In My Head Till I’m Dead.”
In 2016, the band booked their first major gig at the Annual Beach Goth Festival. The following year, Surf Curse dropped their sophomore album, Nothing Yet. In 2019, the band’s third and last album with Danger Collective, Heaven Surrounds You, was released. Surf Curse’s “Freaks” from their debut album became viral on the social media app TikTok. The song became a sleeper hit and entered the U.K. charts, and peaked at number 64. In the U.S., the single peaked at number 10 on Billboard’s Hot Rock and Alternative Songs and number 17 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles.
If you love your indie rock surf style, you better hurry and secure your tickets to see Surf Curse at the Hollywood Palladium on Saturday, 17th December 2022!
Surf Curse is an indie rock band known for mixing punk, pop, and surf rock music. The band comprises guitarist Jacob Rubeck, singer and drummer Nick Rattigan, guitarist Noah Kholl, and bassist Henry Dillon. The band emerged in 2013 in Nevada, Las Vegas. They later moved to Los Angeles to pursue better opportunities and write their music. In 2013, the band released their debut album Buds via Big Joy, Danger Collective. The album features three fan favorites, “Freaks,” “Goth Babe,” and “In My Head Till I’m Dead.”
As horological craftsmanship improved, more complex striking mechanisms were developed. Some watches were designed to chime on demand, while others offered the ability to chime at specific intervals. This allowed watch owners to keep track of time even without visually checking the watch. In addition to the practical aspect, watches with chimes became a status symbol among the elite. The complexity and precision required to incorporate a striking mechanism into a watch made them highly sought after by watch enthusiasts and collectors. Today, watches with chimes are still produced, although they are relatively rare compared to watches without such features. These watches often come with a premium price tag and are typically handcrafted by skilled artisans. The striking mechanism is meticulously engineered and adjusted to ensure accurate and melodious chimes. There are different types of chimes found in watches. The most common is the hour strike, where the watch produces a chime corresponding to the hour. Some watches also feature quarter-hour chimes, known as quarter repeaters or Westminster chimes. These watches produce a sequence of chimes to indicate the time in quarter-hour intervals. Additionally, some watches may include a minute repeater function, which chimes the hours, quarters, and minutes on demand. Overall, watches with bells or chimes offer a unique combination of functionality, craftsmanship, and elegance. They are a nod to the rich horological history and an exquisite addition to any watch collection. Whether it's the simple chime of the hour or the intricate melodies of a minute repeater, these watches add another dimension of fascination to the timekeeping experience..
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