Gold Coast based, one man punk rock band, The Desperation has recently released its debut single EIGHTFIVENINETYSEVEN
EightFiveNinetySeven focuses on the heartbreak of the day that singer/songwriter Daniel Topp lost his father to a heart attack.In honour and to never forget this tragic event, the song was released on the 20th anniversary of his Fatherʼs death, 08/05/2017.
Taken from the forthcoming debut album entitled Rangeville, this song sets the tone for the albums theme; the loss of a young boyʼs Dad and the years of depression, anxiety and desperation that followed. The Desperation’s upbeat punk rock songs are honest and heartfelt while being full of passion and aggression.
Daniel Topp has had a lengthy career in the punk and hardcore scene playing in The Vagrants, Unit, Godnose, The Shortfall, The City Shakeup and most recently was drummer for The Strums.
Dan has teamed up with mental health charity beyondblue to raise further awareness of depression and its devastating effects on so many Australian people. 100% of the proceeds from the pre sale packs of EightFiveNinetySeven will be donated to this amazing organisation.