The Secret Machines are an American alternative rock band, originally from Dallas, Texas, United States, before moving to New York City. The original lineup consisted of two brothers, Brandon (vocals, bass guitar and keyboards) and Benjamin Curtis (guitar and backing vocals), and Josh Garza (drums). Benjamin left the band in March 2007 to focus on his work with School of Seven Bells, and was replaced on guitar by Phil Karnats. On December 29, 2013, Benjamin died of lymphoma in New York City at age 35. The re-activated band is a two-piece, with the remaining members being Brandon Curtis and Josh Garza.
