One word. BRAVE. Thank you for opening up & being so vulnerable. I relate to so much of this, especially the depersonalisation. It’s freeing hearing someone talk about it so publicly.
Daniel, even though I’ve never heard of your stuff until I got my iPhone seven years ago that speaks to me due to blindness, I feel as if I’ve listen to your stuff my whole life, you have a friend within me, I say that’s better than a fan. I just became a fan years ago.
I thought that Daniel Johns was done helping me in my teens. Here I am in my 40s, been through addiction, depression, mental breakdowns, and Dan speaking candidly about his successes & struggles is helping me again. Weird world.
I know, it's crazy just how gifted this man is! 'Shade' on Frogstomp gave me the courage to tell teachers at school what was going on at home. Them 'Freakshow' helped me with the trauma of bullying..
Gee whizz. I envy you being able to listen to everything for the first time hahaha. I still regularly crank frogstomp and I grew up with that on cassette tape 🤣 best. shit. everrrrrrrrr. Lucky you enjoy!
Mate you have saved so many people with your music, including myself. Your vulnerability and spirit is a service to humanity. You make me feel it’s ok to be human and all that entails. I hope you can feel the same about yourself. Sending all my love.
Your music resonates so heavily with me. I’ve always liked tomorrow but recently heard shade and suicide something really like the vibe I feel like we are similar we have similar trauma
I remember seeing silverchair at the vic in chicago during the neon ballroom tour when I was 16. Me and my 4 friends sat in the balcony and they played an extended version of anthem for the year 2000 where Daniel would point to sections of the crowd and have em shout "we are the youth". When he pointed to our side of the balcony my whole row of friends stood up and raised our fists and shouted "we are the youth" and it made Daniel laugh a little. That was one of my first concerts and i'll never forget that moment.
Trauma like you've experienced at such a young age might never completely leave you, but know this, Daniel, if you're ever reading this: you deserve to be happy. Stop doing what you think people want of you and do what you need to do to keep your balance and to find peace and happiness. Thanks for opening up like that, it might help countless others who suffer in silence. Look after yourself. ✌️
How are you doing lately Dan? you sound better than ever. Even though I’m just now hearing about this, it’s good to hear you got back in touch with Natalie. Did you get to talk to Max? Heading to Oklahoma in two days to do some gigs out there, I also play keyboard and guitar, got 1 3 digit finger on my right hand, my middle finger which I strum/pick guitar with. The rest of my fingers on that hand are one digit to half digits. LOL my left hand’s normal with short fingers, I’m also totally blind with 1 leg. LOL I’m like the bionic man. If you’re ever looking for a piano tuner, I’m your man for the job. LOL if I ever come to Sydney. Hope you’re getting better buddy. With love from Austin Texas.
From a recluse to being so open and free! Such a huge step to overcome fear. Nothing to hide, being real and just being yourself. Thanks for sharing Daniel.
@@annelouisemaclellan485 Yes. He deleted (or more accurately shadow deleted) a comment about spitting on me during the Neon Ballroom tour on my main account, it is not visible on other accounts but is visible on the account I commented with. I also love that they pin comments saying how absolutely brilliant he is when he censors criticism. It's clear to me that this is dishonest and this place is an echo chamber to protect his fragile ego.
Wow I just started down a rabbit hole of 90’s grunge and I ended finding a new favorite band. Daniel is really a versatile artist and musician he’s is clearly a sensitive and creative soul. I wish him all the best in his healing journey
Just remember Dan, By doing these interviews you are HELPING so many people out there feeling the same way and you have no idea how much it help you just opening up completely to someone.. As your album is called "TALK" Honestly... It's the key. Talking. It's amazing how much just Talking can help. So glad your doing this man..
Daniel, i feel like you've been in my bedroom/living room/car/ears at work, since I was 13, and you've been such a huge part of my life! I'm sorry for the pain, its more than anyone should have in a lifetime. I hope peace finds you and finds you well. All my love!
I relate to him so much, I have crippling anxiety & depression & often don’t want to leave my house. I’m a singer & poet and it’s deeply personal to me. Because of this I’ve never been able to have the courage to sing publicly. Daniel is an inspiration because he’s fought through his struggles & he shares them with the world although he doesn’t have to & doesn’t owe anyone anything. He’s a beautiful soul, thanks for this, looking forward for more!! 💜💜💜
Daniel, I suffer from mental illness, I have had some horrible anxiety and panic attacks pretty much my adult life. However the one ray of light in my turbulent world has been your music and your ability to remind us that creating is therapeutic and can help in healing. Thank you for all the things you helped me with through your art your music simply thank you.
Appreciate your humility, strength and vulnerability - this is a realness that is refreshing beyond words. I hope you know how many truly and sincerely not only appreciate you but also are rallying you on whether you are doing music or not, you are a valued human being. In the often cruel and surreal world of fame, I suspect you may not have always encountered the sincere and genuine support and understanding you (and we all) deserve, but please know, it is there, we are dotted all around and cheering you on always. My dear mum is the reason I write this to you, she's probably a bit older than most admirers of your work,, she is chronically ill and in pain 24/7 with amalgam illness, only 57 years young, but your story and your creations are something that bring her much joy and hope. Your music and what we know of your dear soul means a lot to her. She has felt such empathy for you all through the years and "after all these years" she is still every now and then mentioning to me how much you as an artist and person means to her. Thankyou for your contributions to the world, may you feel the celebration of that as much as we all do. I know you will feel the love on the comments thread here. Thankyou for meaning something to my mum, she is my everything and I thank you for making her life brighter without even knowing it. Bless you, Lots of love. xox - Liz from Melbourne and my mum Sal.
This is not just about the artist, is just about the man, and I have to tell you that this help me a lot and I'm sure helped others too, Thank you Daniel to be part of my life!
Your lyrics “old incisions refusing to stay” I painfully related to when I struggled with cutting…also “socially scared and impaired” relating to my autism…thankfully I don’t cut any longer…your music carried me through my path to healing ❤️🩹 especially on diorama, God that album 💿 was playing all the time…thank you for being honest and open, your description of harming yourself though different I relate to…❤ keep being yourself, keep writing music 🎵 your helping more people than you know 💗
Thank you for being open about your struggles. Not everyone experiences "rock bottom" but those who have have empathy and compassion. Keep on being you to the greatest degree.
Einstein was an outcast, and a dropout. His papers were built with the help of a community of others in his field, including his wife. He built his theories off of previous scientists ideas. He worked and studied hard for his genius. You are no further from genius for using the help of others to bring to life the art in your mind, than anyone else ever has. Thank you for doing these interviews. You shedding light on your dark experiences, I know will help you heal, and does give hope to others. ❤️🩹
This is gold . I set alarm to watch it fresh! I need to hug you Daniel! You're so delicate still strong... thank you for this. Can't wait for the next episode...
There is something magical that happens inside me when I hear someone else talk about mental health and describe things I've felt and been through myself. It gives me chills but also comforts me that we are human and I am not alone. I've been following Daniels journey for 25 years and have to say he is so amazing, intriguing, awe-inspiring, talented and beautiful to me. Daniel has my highest admiration of all artists. 💙
I soooo agree,Carrie's interview wit Daniel was brillant...the stand out for me was Andrew Denton interview of how Daniel described the plate spinning n balancing....wit lived experience and working in the MH field I can so relate and connect.I too have followed DJ's journey...I feel you and I see you...your musical brillance is beyond inspiring.im simply awe struck by your transparency of you....thank you for being real!!!! Love n light DJ...you offer so much to us all wit your honesty.
I support anything that you do with your career daniel. Hope things with the Ben and Chris get better. It would be cool to see you guys even perform together on a stage again. Not necessarily under the name of silverchair but your all amazing performers. Love from South Australia ❤
We're all just out here trying to get over ourselves and become the best selves that we have inside of us. You mentioned a catalyst, well YOU are a catalyst helping people accept themselves and be brave. Thank you for being brave. I love your art, especially the later stuff.
I wish I could give you a big hug Dan, you don't know me but you feel to me like a long time friend, your music has helped me through a lot over the past 23 years and I relate to so much of what you say and how you feel. Thank you for sharing your experience and having the strength to do this and to let people like me get to know you and innerstand you more! sending you love and light 🙏❤️✌️
So much to say. Watching Daniel give this interview felt exactly like everytime I try to leave the house, and if you think I'm joking you have no idea how this feels. Jittery, shaky, fidgety, clearly uncomfortable, but trying so hard to hold it all together and stay strong. The look on Daniel's face through out this was like looking in an emotional ( and frankly, much better looking lol) mirror. All I wanna do is sit down with Dan and give him a hug. As long as you keep fighting, i keep fighting. You give me so much hope. We will beat our anxiety Dan, we got this. ❤
Thank you for gifting more of your art so selflessly to the world. I adore your music, authenticity and willingness to lay yourself bare in the pursuit of healing both the inner and outer being. You deserve good things and I hope the journey you're on continues to rebuild your self worth and protect your precious heart. Australia loves you and is so proud of you! ❤🇦🇺
Everything that Daniel tells in this video happens more often than not. It's just that people don't talk about it! Listening to him and realizing there are certain parts of being human we all just ignore might help so many people out there not to go through all of this all alone and as hard as he has been. Thank you so much, Daniel. This interviews are as previous as your albums. And congrats for being brave!!!!
Please keep sharing your journey. As a terrible anxiety sufferer myself, being able to see how you're navigating and overcoming your negative ways of coping, is extremely helpful. I'm sure this is true not only for me but many others. x
I'm a lot older than Daniel and a former Musician Singer and i cant express how inspirational he was to me and many, many others , your music expression is AMAZING mate , I would love to Shake your hand and say thank you
I wish you well Daniel ✨️ Your an Amazing artist, but your so much more than that! From such a young age I'd imagine people have wanted so much from you, its your time to just be ❤️❤️ without expectations from others or yourself! Thanks for your honesty, your so much more than a Rockstar 🫂
I suffered from Depersonalisation for about 5 months. It was literally there all day everyday and I honestly thought I had lost my mind. It is quiet amazing to hear someone in Daniels position talking about this, as I struggle to find anyone who understands it, or knows what it feels like. I wish there was more conversation around Depersonalisation… it would of help me a lot as even my doctor couldn’t tell me what was wrong. They just loaded me up on anti-anxiety meds which didn’t help at all. The only way through it is to face it head on. If anyone is struggling with Depersonalisation I am more than happy to chat and give some pointers that helped me make it out the other side. ❤️
Hi Craig. I can honestly say that I've never heard that term before! Could you please explain to me what does it mean? I have experienced the feelings of disassociation, the panic attacks that cripple me, anxiety etc etc.. I've had it so bad, that I can't be around anybody coz I think they know coz I feel like my face is doing strange things 😯😬,my body is shaking from the inside out and it's giving me up!! But no, never have I heard about what you said¡❤
i just want to say: THANK YOU Daniel for being so raw and honest. I used to be on almost exactly the same selfdestructing path you were -20 year long battle with anorexia,bulimia , alcohol and medication abuse, anxiety ,etc. .... and i came on the other side :) i'm happy and healthy . Recovery was long and hard - but it was worth it! Wishing you absolutely the best, because you deserve it so much Dan!
Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forward- S. Kierkegaard Live moment by moment one day at a time. You are capable of amazing things! ❤️
Apologising would make him stronger. He spat on me during the neon ballroom tour over his security and has deleted comments on my other account, there was nothing abusive I said, I didn't swear, there was no reason other than him censoring me because he is covering himself. That is not strong.
For decades, I have quietly navigated mental health struggles. Your music has helped me retreat from the edge many times. It is an incredible revelation to know that the music was created by a real human being! As a mom now, that same music gives me some tools to support my daughter as she grows up- to nurture the delicate parts of her heart (so reassuring to see my toddler playing air guitar in my rear view). Thank you for your art and sharing a piece of yourself with the world!
It’s comforting to hear you, as someone I’ve followed and respected since Frogstomp (my first ever gig at 14yrs old was Silverchair & Everclear in Manchester ?’95 and have seen you live many times since) and has been and continues to be a huge musical inspiration to me, talk so honestly and open about anxiety, addiction and mental health issues - something I myself and many the world over are unfortunately familiar with. I was diagnosed with ADHD and ASD last year and have since started to turn a corner but still have some way to go. As a musician, I’m surrounded by guitars, a piano, my modular synthesizer and a good chunk of studio equipment but I’m still struggling to take comfort in writing music or simply playing for the joy of it - I’ll get there though. We’re all human, making our way through life on this earth as best we can. We all make mistakes, some pretty serious (myself included). It’s not easy. I’ve been mentally routing for you and sending positive vibes your way for years. FutureNever is an absolute masterpiece! Many a moments of hairs standing up on the back of my neck or being moved to tears. It’s truly fantastic! I obviously don’t know about your relationship with Ben and Chris apart from what has been portrayed in the media etc, but to hear they declined your olive branch offer and to hear what Ben said about you as a musician, fuck! I’m a fairly proficient musician and in my opinion, you are a musical genius! Keep being you and keep moving forward while paying no mind to negativity aimed to hurt. Looking forward to next weeks episode & the film once it’s out! Really enjoyed the podcast too, and also found it beneficial with regards to my own journey. Keep moving! You’ve got this (and the support of so many strangers the world over). Xx
Daniel, you’ve been a hero of mine since I was 15 yrs old and you inspired me to learn how to play guitar. I was one of the lucky few who got to see you guys play at the Roxy in Atlanta back in 95 with “Rusty”. I was hooked, Silverchair is one of the most underrated rock bands in my opinion. Love you man, keep fighting the good fight and don’t give up!
Amazing Daniel. Such a powerful and brutally honest interview and a wonderful insight in to your struggles (you are definitely not alone). You have so many followers, fans and people that believe in you and love you for who you are and the amazing gifts that you give us. I can't wait for the next episode.
Dan, You will never know just how much your life has meant to me. There aren't words clever enough to fully express. I have never met you. I have seen you live (Highlight of my life,) you completely shattered my limitations by being a year older, and making sounds and feelings connect to 14 year old me. I annoyed so many people here in Texas, just...I wasn't obsessed, but more...CONSTANTLY IMPRESSED, and inspired by you. I definitely got several hundred copies of your various albums sold, and I am just some guy from Houston. I have struggled very much as well, with my own mental/emotional/existential shackles. Drugs. Drinking. Careless sex, and I even stopped playing music for about 5 years, while I was full on addicted to Vicodin and OxyContin. I've never really felt "Happy," I don't think; Not TRULY. If one asked me to describe joy, I'd have a hard time, with only a few exceptions, one being your work. I always saw your true heart through what you gave of yourself to make beautiful art. It was when Young Modern came out, when I decided to teach myself the entire album on a piano. Guitar was always my first choice until I sat down at a bench and started to play piano. So much resonance. Instant haptic feedback. A love circuit. I have always, when asked, "If you could spend a day with anyone in the world, who would it be?," answered, "No question. Daniel Johns. Anyway, from a 14 year old from Houston, Tx, to a 42 year old, I LOVE YOU. Not in any wierd way. I feel so connected to your heart through your work and openess. I am incredibly grateful that you came along in that formative period in my life, and your soul has never left me. Shit, I was listening to Diorama on the way to work yesterday, and the ever dangerous Guitar Center was right there at my turn. I went in, asked for a Soldano Hot Rod 100 Head from the 90's, they HAPPENED to have ONE used for $2,500, so I bought it. I almost bought a green PRS (My all time dream guitar,) but I'd have been beaten when I got home for spending near $6k in one hour. I love you, Brother. I hope life comes back together for you and stays that way. I am 100% behind you till the end, Dan. That didn't come close to describing your impact on my life. Thank you.
This almost made me cry. Beautiful, man. I love that you learned piano - I always just stuck with guitar (and air drums)... what a beautiful way to describe how it feels to play it. I've ALWAYS adored Daniels piano playing on "after all these years"... live or studio. GORGEOUS song still uplifts and brings tears at the same time. Thank you for sharing this, it was so touching to read. Congrats on the guitar btw - I would have too!!
this has helped me . I am a introvert, I was also in Richmond State Hospital in Indiana . I went through 6 steps to get out. 6 different groups and 6 different counselors. I am a loner, so it was difficult for me to talk about my depression . I am still a loner, still quiet , took me years to gain weight as well. I don't know if I will ever completely be free of this, but I am so much better than I was when I got committed .
Ben said what? Why would he say that other than jealousy or resentment? I'm a musician myself and Daniels songs are not "simple" they can go from simple to very complex without the orchestration which isn't that complex unless Van Dykes is involved. Even in a simple song like Tomorrow to hit the c sus over the c power chord in the chorus at the age of 14 isn't a choice that a kid would make or normally even hear over that chord... Daniel was obviously a child prodigy that developed into an amazing songwriter.
I don't know any other way to say this but it's been an honor to have Dan's art have such an impact on me personally, but also to now be reflecting on the timeline of it all is fucking wild - I'm flying my ass to Melbourne for the show. Totally appreciate his candor after all these years. And Team Future rocks!
Dan ~ I watched and listened. You are an incredibly brave man. Your vulnerability is so moving. Your talent is endless. I will have to watch this again. Thank you for trusting us with your story. Mental health awareness is so important. It makes us feel less alone. Thank you 🪶🪶🪶
I gave my friend of 20 years all my attention and love when he was going through his problems. In 2017 he committed suicide it crushed me and made me angry at him. I was going to a psychiatrist to deal with my own shit at the time and when Jason passed I haven't been the same. I'm married with 4 kidos. I haven't had any suicidal thoughts like i did before. The changes I made was to eat healthy, alot of fitness work, became a self employed painter, cut myself out of everyone's life besides my wife and children's life and just focus on what makes me happy. I'm 45years old and so far it seems to have tamed the demons. Take it a day at a time and do what you love... Thanks for sharing Daniel!
Wow this is so brave for him to talk about props to you Daniel for being open honest and vulnerable. It’s clear to see how much he’s struggling in the interview every word sounds like he’s holding back tears ❤️🩹
Well done for acknowledging you have a problem, and pushing through, and most importantly taking accountability. I'll be honest, I was massively dissapointed when I heard about the accident, but kudos for you for doing this, and taking accountability. Never thought you were a bad individual. I wish you every success on your journey. Most lovely part is when on you're on your self improvement journey it becomes almost like a skill. You become obsessed with wanting to learn as much as you can about yourself. We all have those demons, and as long as we get the lessons from this pain, it will allow us to move, and begin the healing process. Congrats on the new record. I couldn't stop listening to Cocaine Killa when I first heard it. I can totally understand why you wanted to part with your time in Silverchair. Makes sense to where you are now. With time, one day all the complications surrounding that time should hopefully resolve also. Wishing you all the best anywho.. Always on the look out for what you're doing. Much love from the UK 🇬🇧 ❤️
Daniel, you have written the greatest Album in Diorama. To me it’s right up there with Pet Sounds. There are parallels between you and Brian Wilson. I’m sure your greatest days are ahead of you. Your honesty as an artist is beautiful
Thank you for being so brave and raw when many of us can’t. I was able to relate to so much of this especially with the dissociation and the constant spiralling of emotions and nervous break downs throughout life. It was comforting to hear you talking about this and open up. I think so many people suffer quietly and a lot of people aren’t aware of this condition because a lot of us are too afraid to talk about it. I feel this is all a part of your healing in your journey 💓
Oh my God. My heart is ripped out. That was a BRILLIANT interview (docuseries). Megan Thankyou for your questions and obvious skill. Dan there’s so much I want to say to you about the mental health breakdown. I went through similar 7 years ago and there is no way I could talk about it so publicly. It was only after reading Osher Gunsberg book that I felt brave enough to speak out. You are so real and that is what I like so much about you. Reclaim your heart definetely translates to me how you intended it. This interview was not entertainment to me, it was a fellow human who has walked a journey like mine and I am so in awe of your bravery. Thankyou, a million times Thankyou. Tam - @thedepressedcaravanstore
This was incredibly difficult to watch. There still seems to be a profound sense of sadness in Dan's eyes. A sense of detachment. I live this with my spouse of 20 years going through a similar thing. It's an immensely intense and incredibly difficult job to do, but go on a journey through the mountains and caverns of your heart. Nurture, restore, befriend that broken child within. Go to the root of your pain and transform old tessellations and bring forth light. Light will replace the dark. Your gift of music to awaken humanity. Your light. 🤍 Supporting you on your journey. Much love 💜🌟
Such a wonderful reply. You are an amazing person supporting your partner through their journey. I agree that FN can restore people, never in my life have I listened to music that had this impact on me. A complete multiscape of sound, rejuvenation, hope, validation, sometimes to painful to listen to, yet profoundly acknowledging of our own lives. This life isn't easy and some need to dig deeper than others into the tool bag. Your partner sounds like that and you do too for being a support system. I've had recent tantrums (adults are allowed eh) and just got overwhelmed by the situation. We do have bad days and it's how we cope and overcome eh! Loved reading your comment. FN is restorative. So many of us feel that so thank you xxx
Wow. Thank you, Daniel. Your bravery in sharing your pain and struggles has helped countless people. Please continue to take care of yourself and prioritize peace + health. You deserve it. We are all rooting for you 💜
The best thing about all of this is that the music that Daniel will make from now on will be more focused and fulfilling, with him actually enjoying the process. Futurenever is cool, but feels like he was trying to find salvation in making music while falling in a downward spiral. The Podcast was a great impulse, and it probably brought him a lot of positive energy, but attached to lots of pressure and chaos, which he was not ready for yet. I'm so glad that everything that's happened, good and bad, has brought him to this moment, cause this really feels as the fresh start his mind, body and soul needed and deserved.
I so want to hug you! I can relate to what you shared. I so believe a healer will give you a leap forward in your healing journey. Thank you for showing your beautiful vulnerable sensitive self. You are amazing! ❤
4 year old Daniel wasn't awkward, he was just being a 4 year old! So cute, just the intro gave me chills. Thank you from Amsterdam(n) for all the music, inspiration and now this. I don't want to wait for the future, I wan't it now! Keep the fire lit! 💙🐸🪑
I'm an educator so know quite a bit about child development... young Daniel was so anxious, trying to pacify himself with his thumbs, covering his face with his other fingers. Poor little fella xx
you continue to be an insperation to all of us that feel a little bit lost or out of place in this world. sending peace and love Brother. Thank you for your guidance through life
Also not me crying over Ben and Chris declining offer to play together again. 🥺 I understand all sides truly but man would it have been a beautiful sound/sight.
Your vulnerability is truly courageous. I’m not sure I could be in such a public space, truth be told. I salute you Dan. It’s great to see you looking so well and healthy. Onwards and upwards. Looking forward to more art from you. Love you and your art loads xx
Thank you for this Dan. So cool to see you on the drums with the spatulas 😂😂 I’ve been wanting to see that for months. It’s very powerful what you’re sharing.
Daniel- its two years later and I'm going to say THANK YOU again for this open discussion about your personal mental health journey/recovery and especially your SPECIFIC thoughts at points in time- as a self internaliser I found your analysis of why/why not VERY helpful as I watch it again in 2024 (now with 2 mental health diagnoses I had NO idea I had when I first watched this). It is SO SO SO helpful for ANYONE on a mental health journey to have this place to come to (day or night, wherever they are) and watch/listen/hold on and CONCRETELY KNOW this one thing: they are not alone. At least ONE other person knows what this journey feels/looks like at various points (wherever we happen to be on it right now)... and it's a comfort to know you're still on it with us today ❤️🩹🌈🐸🧼
I find it so incredible to listen to you, you're experiences and how you explain the feelings of dissociation....etc...I wish that I could have explained that as well as you just did, when I first experienced a similiar situation back in the early 90's. I remember going through a really terrible time and I went to the Big Day Out in Adelaide (I think it was 95??). One of the big headline acts was The Cult and I was REALLY excited. Before they came out, I was going around all the big tents, listening to bands playing, then I came across this tent, that was starting to fill up really quickly and the music was fantastic., exciting, energetic and FUN!! It was you and Siverchair and I was SO privileged to be at the beginning of greatness!! Right then I knew you were destined to be a star❤ I'll never forget it!❤ Your openness to speak out about your mental health is so inspiring Daniel. Be proud! Rarely do we hear a man be so open and honest about his ( mental) health like you. Thank you for sharing. 🙏💕💝
I’ve loved this kid since we were both 15. SO glad to see him doing so well, so glad to have a brilliant new record from him, so glad that record did so well. glad he’s finding peace. as for Ben, there’s nothing simple about Daniel’s song. the simplest of his ideas is complex in its emotion and motivation. sure all of the bells and whistles are nice on the albums. but listen to “Emotion Sickness”, “Steam Will Rise”, “If You Keep Losing Sleep”, any Chair song….complex at its core
The more I read and see on Daniel i find him such a likable guy. Take away the musical genius and he is a down to earth normal person like all of us that makes mistakes in life. Thank you for opening up mate 🤙🏻
This just blows my mind, this gives me hope. You have shown us over and over again through our lives that no matter how many times we fall down we can get back up, and not to be ashamed of falling down but to instead be proud for getting back up... your music has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember (im only 37 but I feel much older 👩🦳 its been a rough ride) you have given us music that helps us feel for so many years and I know its not just for me but you make us all feel like you're writing for just us, you put feelings into words and I could never begin to show how much I appreciate that, but to now go on and speak out about your journey despite how anxious you might be feeling you speak you're truth and you speak it so elegantly, you truly are an inspiration to us all ❤️❤️
Daniel you are such an inspiration. You are such a beautiful person inside and out. Thankyou for sharing your amazing talent with us through all these years. ❤
Oh boy! It’s good to hear from you Daniel and it’s good to know you’re doing good after all. I wanna say that I grew up hearing Silverchair’s songs and I feel like your songs are part of myself, part of my history and my journey. Reminds me of good times. Well, you are undoubtedly talented and it’s a fact that you can write, you can sing and you can play but just because you CAN, it doesn’t mean that you HAVE TO. I mean, I honestly don’t know if I understood the reasons why you don’t want to be in a band again. But I don’t know.. I only think that it might be good maybe it remind you of who you are genuinely. Maybe it helps you connect with your inner self. It’s just a thought. Think about it dear. I wish you the best anyway! Keep going and never allow your mental illness stop you from being who you are and stop you from doing your art.
I went through a brutal divorce over the pandemic, and as I’ve done countless times before, I turned to your music to help get me through. It’s gotten me through the highest of highs and the lowest of lows for over 25 years now, and I thank you endlessly for gifting us with your beautiful art. You are truly one of a kind and a massive inspiration. All the love, Daniel. ❤️🖤❤️
I love watching Daniel Johns creating in the studio, as it is incredibly inspiring. He is a true creative genius. In addition to that, I appreciate that he is expressing himself openly about what was going on in his personal life. I’m really looking forward to the next episode in this series. Peace and respect, Daniel! 🙏🏻
You, Ben, & Chris changed our lives growing up Dan. I do hope one day you 3 can mend broken hearts and be friends again. When it's all gone and stripped away, all we really have is each other and relationships we have formed. In the end that's all that matters. Take care my friend.
Wow, this is fantastic! For someone in your position to open up like this takes unbelievable courage. You're an inspiration and a hero! We love you Dan. 🧿🌠💜
I'm 44 from Adelaide, years and years ago I phoned up work to say I'm not coming in today just to be in the front row in Adelaide entertainment centre. Frog stomp and I fuckin love Paul Mac . I'm sending you a hug.
Glad to see Daniel trying to heal. I'm trying to piece my life back together myself after a terrible tragedy. I'm abusing alcohol way too much and purposely self-destructing. Playing music helps, and Ana's Song is still my favorite song to play along with. Thank you for being brave Daniel. You continue to inspire me. Maybe I'll survive. It's tough finding your way out of a darkness you've created. If I don't survive, at least you helped me fight brother.
I'm so glad to know Daniel is much better and working on him. We're all humans and we all tend to make mistakes at some point of our lives. I confess that I miss Silverchair (so sorry to mention it), even in my forties, those records remind me that im still alive and also helps me to enjoy the nostalgia of those wonderful times listening to the energetic Frogstomp, the grungy and powerful FreakShow, the shiny, artful, Neon Ballroom and the gorgeous Diorama. I also confess that I didn't enjoy Young Modern much, because I i didn't feel Silverchair there, even when the original band members played on the album. Unfortunately, I confess that I wasn't able to connect with Daniel's latest solo albums. But, even saying these possible unkind things, I also confess that I'd never stopped to recognize the greatness, the huge talent and the undeniable musicianship of Dan. Maybe I couldn't connect with those solo albums, and Silverchair is probably gone for good, but his genius was, is, and will be printed in every work he does. Daniel inspired me (and a lot, lots, several people in the world) to grab a guitar, and play hard, noisy, powerful, but later he inspired me as well to explore different paths, different textures, different feelings. No matter what I like and what I don't, the only thing that matters is that Daniel is still out there doing what he enjoys, showing his massive talent and trying so hard to overcome any obstacle and to fade any shadow in his life, and that makes me extremely happy. You continue inspiring me even today. Thank you so much Mr Johns, keep on shining like the diamond you are
This helps us average folk more than you will ever know Daniel. You're still an amazing human who made amazing music that changed lives. You've done more for this world than any man could. Thank you so much. 💓
Daniel,I thank you for your honesty,I have been through & am still trying to deal with Anxiety,Panic attacks,Depression,you are a really beautiful soul
I have worked security for years and have come across Daniel Johns numerous times while working at Dark Mofo in Tasmania. He is an absolute legend. Came across so kind and every night I seen him he would greet me with a handshake and a big smile. Let me tell you, not all musicians are like that or treat security that way. Just seems like a genuinely nice man. All the best to him.
It never easy to open up, Danial has had a life like few others ever will, having followed his musical path through the years this is just another extension of being " Daniel johns" a true talent in n every sense - being stripped bare and showing a side that few of us could ever understand or comprehend is a wonderful treat. Thank you for showing the side of life that is real with humility and grace and style
It’s incredible to note, despite the battle of mental health issues (in an era where it still was a taboo!!) and despite the physical health issues, first and foremost: Daniel’s UNPARALLELED ability to take the pain and transmute it in the most profound and meaningful ART, WHILE he was struggling with it! TIMELESS art that will never cease to make sense. Daniel, you are one of the most STRONG and inspirational beings on this earth!! Being true to yourself teaches the ill society we all live in the most important lesson! We love you.
"Reclaim your heart" made me feel like "This is what I'm doing because mine was kidnapped and I don't even know who I am anymore." And the word HEART can be broken into he-ART; which makes me think that maybe a broken heart generates great art. Maybe it's a silly thought, but my best poetries came from a broken heart. But now I need to reclaim It and reclaim my art. Maybe venture into art with a healed heart. This song makes me want to feel my heart beat again. This interview was not an easy one for you, Dan. But a great warrior is totally vulnerable. Sugestion: the movie "The peaceful warrior". Amazing interview, Dan. Congrats 👏
Thanks Daniel, for talking about this stigmatised issue openly -that can't or can feel so shaming to talk about . You are an inspiration for all those with mental health issues. Thankyou.
1996 in Wolverhampton UK I was 15 and went to my first gig ever to see Silver Chair for the Freakshow tour. Their music and Daniels amazing performance changed my life forever. Thank you for the great music over the years Daniel and thank you for this eye opening interview. Coming from someone who suffers from anxiety and depression too I know how hard this must have been to talk about and share with the world. Thank you for sharing and it's great to see you doing better man. You look healthy, happy and your new music is really fucking good. Much love brother
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One word. BRAVE. Thank you for opening up & being so vulnerable. I relate to so much of this, especially the depersonalisation. It’s freeing hearing someone talk about it so publicly.
Daniel Take Care.
Lot of enteties...
Onther victim. For that.. shame..
We are in this together. Until we die. Even though we all feel alone most of the time
Daniel, even though I’ve never heard of your stuff until I got my iPhone seven years ago that speaks to me due to blindness, I feel as if I’ve listen to your stuff my whole life, you have a friend within me, I say that’s better than a fan. I just became a fan years ago.
I thought that Daniel Johns was done helping me in my teens. Here I am in my 40s, been through addiction, depression, mental breakdowns, and Dan speaking candidly about his successes & struggles is helping me again. Weird world.
This for sure includes me calm peace & serenity to you fellow gracious human & calm gratitude
I know, it's crazy just how gifted this man is! 'Shade' on Frogstomp gave me the courage to tell teachers at school what was going on at home. Them 'Freakshow' helped me with the trauma of bullying..
For those of us that grew up with your music, just want to see you be well and thrive. Blessings.
I just discovered silverchair 2 weeks ago when trying to discover grunge music, then they became my favorite grunge band and now I'm here
💜 - TeamFuture
Check out the documentary "Hype!" It's all about the grunge movement in Seattle.
Mate you're in for a treat.....
Gee whizz. I envy you being able to listen to everything for the first time hahaha. I still regularly crank frogstomp and I grew up with that on cassette tape 🤣 best. shit. everrrrrrrrr. Lucky you enjoy!
Mate you have saved so many people with your music, including myself. Your vulnerability and spirit is a service to humanity. You make me feel it’s ok to be human and all that entails. I hope you can feel the same about yourself. Sending all my love.
💜 - TeamFuture
Neon Ballroom saved me.
@@nikkib317 diorama saved me ❤ and still does.
Your music resonates so heavily with me. I’ve always liked tomorrow but recently heard shade and suicide something really like the vibe I feel like we are similar we have similar trauma
@@DanielJohnsHQ FutureForever
I remember seeing silverchair at the vic in chicago during the neon ballroom tour when I was 16. Me and my 4 friends sat in the balcony and they played an extended version of anthem for the year 2000 where Daniel would point to sections of the crowd and have em shout "we are the youth". When he pointed to our side of the balcony my whole row of friends stood up and raised our fists and shouted "we are the youth" and it made Daniel laugh a little. That was one of my first concerts and i'll never forget that moment.
Love this - TeamFuture
Trauma like you've experienced at such a young age might never completely leave you, but know this, Daniel, if you're ever reading this: you deserve to be happy. Stop doing what you think people want of you and do what you need to do to keep your balance and to find peace and happiness. Thanks for opening up like that, it might help countless others who suffer in silence. Look after yourself. ✌️
Love this - TeamFuture
How are you doing lately Dan? you sound better than ever. Even though I’m just now hearing about this, it’s good to hear you got back in touch with Natalie.
Did you get to talk to Max?
Heading to Oklahoma in two days to do some gigs out there, I also play keyboard and guitar, got 1 3 digit finger on my right hand, my middle finger which I strum/pick guitar with. The rest of my fingers on that hand are one digit to half digits. LOL my left hand’s normal with short fingers, I’m also totally blind with 1 leg. LOL I’m like the bionic man.
If you’re ever looking for a piano tuner, I’m your man for the job. LOL if I ever come to Sydney.
Hope you’re getting better buddy.
With love from Austin Texas.
This comment made me tear up. I needed to hear this myself. Thanks internet stranger :)
From a recluse to being so open and free! Such a huge step to overcome fear. Nothing to hide, being real and just being yourself. Thanks for sharing Daniel.
So open and free he won't apologise for doing the wrong thing. He's not a hero. He also shadow bans 100% legitimate, true comments.
@@Smokinjoewhite upset he doesn’t allow trolls to be cunts? Poor diddums
@@Smokinjoewhite he shadow bans?
@@annelouisemaclellan485 Yes. He deleted (or more accurately shadow deleted) a comment about spitting on me during the Neon Ballroom tour on my main account, it is not visible on other accounts but is visible on the account I commented with.
I also love that they pin comments saying how absolutely brilliant he is when he censors criticism. It's clear to me that this is dishonest and this place is an echo chamber to protect his fragile ego.
Wow I just started down a rabbit hole of 90’s grunge and I ended finding a new favorite band. Daniel is really a versatile artist and musician he’s is clearly a sensitive and creative soul. I wish him all the best in his healing journey
Just remember Dan, By doing these interviews you are HELPING so many people out there feeling the same way and you have no idea how much it help you just opening up completely to someone.. As your album is called "TALK"
Honestly... It's the key. Talking. It's amazing how much just Talking can help. So glad your doing this man..
💜 - TeamFuture
@@DanielJohnsHQ Love you man.
Daniel, i feel like you've been in my bedroom/living room/car/ears at work, since I was 13, and you've been such a huge part of my life! I'm sorry for the pain, its more than anyone should have in a lifetime. I hope peace finds you and finds you well. All my love!
I relate to him so much, I have crippling anxiety & depression & often don’t want to leave my house. I’m a singer & poet and it’s deeply personal to me. Because of this I’ve never been able to have the courage to sing publicly. Daniel is an inspiration because he’s fought through his struggles & he shares them with the world although he doesn’t have to & doesn’t owe anyone anything. He’s a beautiful soul, thanks for this, looking forward for more!! 💜💜💜
💜 - TeamFuture
Daniel, I suffer from mental illness, I have had some horrible anxiety and panic attacks pretty much my adult life. However the one ray of light in my turbulent world has been your music and your ability to remind us that creating is therapeutic and can help in healing. Thank you for all the things you helped me with through your art your music simply thank you.
Appreciate your humility, strength and vulnerability - this is a realness that is refreshing beyond words. I hope you know how many truly and sincerely not only appreciate you but also are rallying you on whether you are doing music or not, you are a valued human being. In the often cruel and surreal world of fame, I suspect you may not have always encountered the sincere and genuine support and understanding you (and we all) deserve, but please know, it is there, we are dotted all around and cheering you on always. My dear mum is the reason I write this to you, she's probably a bit older than most admirers of your work,, she is chronically ill and in pain 24/7 with amalgam illness, only 57 years young, but your story and your creations are something that bring her much joy and hope. Your music and what we know of your dear soul means a lot to her. She has felt such empathy for you all through the years and "after all these years" she is still every now and then mentioning to me how much you as an artist and person means to her. Thankyou for your contributions to the world, may you feel the celebration of that as much as we all do. I know you will feel the love on the comments thread here. Thankyou for meaning something to my mum, she is my everything and I thank you for making her life brighter without even knowing it. Bless you,
Lots of love. xox - Liz from Melbourne and my mum Sal.
Beautiful note, we will share with Dan. Thank YOU - TeamFuture
This is not just about the artist, is just about the man, and I have to tell you that this help me a lot and I'm sure helped others too, Thank you Daniel to be part of my life!
💜 - TeamFuture
Your lyrics “old incisions refusing to stay” I painfully related to when I struggled with cutting…also “socially scared and impaired” relating to my autism…thankfully I don’t cut any longer…your music carried me through my path to healing ❤️🩹 especially on diorama, God that album 💿 was playing all the time…thank you for being honest and open, your description of harming yourself though different I relate to…❤ keep being yourself, keep writing music 🎵 your helping more people than you know 💗
💜 - TeamFuture
Thank you for being open about your struggles. Not everyone experiences "rock bottom" but those who have have empathy and compassion. Keep on being you to the greatest degree.
Einstein was an outcast, and a dropout. His papers were built with the help of a community of others in his field, including his wife. He built his theories off of previous scientists ideas. He worked and studied hard for his genius.
You are no further from genius for using the help of others to bring to life the art in your mind, than anyone else ever has.
Thank you for doing these interviews. You shedding light on your dark experiences, I know will help you heal, and does give hope to others. ❤️🩹
This is gold . I set alarm to watch it fresh! I need to hug you Daniel! You're so delicate still strong... thank you for this. Can't wait for the next episode...
There is something magical that happens inside me when I hear someone else talk about mental health and describe things I've felt and been through myself. It gives me chills but also comforts me that we are human and I am not alone. I've been following Daniels journey for 25 years and have to say he is so amazing, intriguing, awe-inspiring, talented and beautiful to me. Daniel has my highest admiration of all artists. 💙
💜💜💜 thank you for the kind words - TeamFuture
I soooo agree,Carrie's interview wit Daniel was brillant...the stand out for me was Andrew Denton interview of how Daniel described the plate spinning n balancing....wit lived experience and working in the MH field I can so relate and connect.I too have followed DJ's journey...I feel you and I see you...your musical brillance is beyond inspiring.im simply awe struck by your transparency of you....thank you for being real!!!! Love n light DJ...you offer so much to us all wit your honesty.
I support anything that you do with your career daniel. Hope things with the Ben and Chris get better. It would be cool to see you guys even perform together on a stage again. Not necessarily under the name of silverchair but your all amazing performers. Love from South Australia ❤
We're all just out here trying to get over ourselves and become the best selves that we have inside of us. You mentioned a catalyst, well YOU are a catalyst helping people accept themselves and be brave. Thank you for being brave. I love your art, especially the later stuff.
Whatever you need to do to stay safe and healthy, just do that. So much love and appreciation. Be safe, Daniel
I just finished the 5-part podcast on Spotify and was left wanting more. Stoked to have found this.
We love it too - TeamFuture
I wish I could give you a big hug Dan, you don't know me but you feel to me like a long time friend, your music has helped me through a lot over the past 23 years and I relate to so much of what you say and how you feel. Thank you for sharing your experience and having the strength to do this and to let people like me get to know you and innerstand you more! sending you love and light 🙏❤️✌️
Dan will appreciate this - TeamFuture
So much to say. Watching Daniel give this interview felt exactly like everytime I try to leave the house, and if you think I'm joking you have no idea how this feels. Jittery, shaky, fidgety, clearly uncomfortable, but trying so hard to hold it all together and stay strong. The look on Daniel's face through out this was like looking in an emotional ( and frankly, much better looking lol) mirror. All I wanna do is sit down with Dan and give him a hug. As long as you keep fighting, i keep fighting. You give me so much hope. We will beat our anxiety Dan, we got this. ❤
Beautiful note, we will share with Dan. Thank YOU - TeamFuture
I 2nd this and couldn't have said it better
Thank you for gifting more of your art so selflessly to the world. I adore your music, authenticity and willingness to lay yourself bare in the pursuit of healing both the inner and outer being. You deserve good things and I hope the journey you're on continues to rebuild your self worth and protect your precious heart. Australia loves you and is so proud of you! ❤🇦🇺
Thank you x
Everything that Daniel tells in this video happens more often than not. It's just that people don't talk about it! Listening to him and realizing there are certain parts of being human we all just ignore might help so many people out there not to go through all of this all alone and as hard as he has been. Thank you so much, Daniel. This interviews are as previous as your albums. And congrats for being brave!!!!
Please keep sharing your journey. As a terrible anxiety sufferer myself, being able to see how you're navigating and overcoming your negative ways of coping, is extremely helpful. I'm sure this is true not only for me but many others. x
💜💜💜 thank you for the kind words - TeamFuture
It's so good to see you smiling! What a brave soul you are. Future never is incredible, please release more music ASAP, we can't get enough.xoxo
I'm a lot older than Daniel and a former Musician Singer and i cant express how inspirational he was to me and many, many others , your music expression is AMAZING mate , I would love to Shake your hand and say thank you
There is strength and beauty in our truth and journey to discover healing. So blessed to be able to partake in your vulnerable insight 🫶
I wish you well Daniel ✨️ Your an Amazing artist, but your so much more than that! From such a young age I'd imagine people have wanted so much from you, its your time to just be ❤️❤️ without expectations from others or yourself! Thanks for your honesty, your so much more than a Rockstar 🫂
Thank you so much x
😍 absolutely!!
He seems like such a genuine dude. I appreciate the openness and hope he finds some peace.
💜 - TeamFuture
I suffered from Depersonalisation for about 5 months. It was literally there all day everyday and I honestly thought I had lost my mind. It is quiet amazing to hear someone in Daniels position talking about this, as I struggle to find anyone who understands it, or knows what it feels like. I wish there was more conversation around Depersonalisation… it would of help me a lot as even my doctor couldn’t tell me what was wrong. They just loaded me up on anti-anxiety meds which didn’t help at all. The only way through it is to face it head on. If anyone is struggling with Depersonalisation I am more than happy to chat and give some pointers that helped me make it out the other side. ❤️
💜 - TeamFuture
Hi Craig. I can honestly say that I've never heard that term before! Could you please explain to me what does it mean?
I have experienced the feelings of disassociation, the panic attacks that cripple me, anxiety etc etc.. I've had it so bad, that I can't be around anybody coz I think they know coz I feel like my face is doing strange things 😯😬,my body is shaking from the inside out and it's giving me up!! But no, never have I heard about what you said¡❤
Enteties!!! Get a clearings!!
i just want to say: THANK YOU Daniel for being so raw and honest. I used to be on almost exactly the same selfdestructing path you were -20 year long battle with anorexia,bulimia , alcohol and medication abuse, anxiety ,etc. .... and i came on the other side :) i'm happy and healthy . Recovery was long and hard - but it was worth it! Wishing you absolutely the best, because you deserve it so much Dan!
Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forward- S. Kierkegaard
Live moment by moment one day at a time. You are capable of amazing things! ❤️
Love this - TeamFuture
always loved that Kierkegaard quote, I first found it printed in the liner notes of a Manic Street Preachers single
Your vulnerability makes you so strong. Thank you for sharing.
Apologising would make him stronger. He spat on me during the neon ballroom tour over his security and has deleted comments on my other account, there was nothing abusive I said, I didn't swear, there was no reason other than him censoring me because he is covering himself. That is not strong.
For decades, I have quietly navigated mental health struggles. Your music has helped me retreat from the edge many times. It is an incredible revelation to know that the music was created by a real human being! As a mom now, that same music gives me some tools to support my daughter as she grows up- to nurture the delicate parts of her heart (so reassuring to see my toddler playing air guitar in my rear view). Thank you for your art and sharing a piece of yourself with the world!
Thank you so much for sharing, we’ve passed this on to Dan - TeamFuture
It’s comforting to hear you, as someone I’ve followed and respected since Frogstomp (my first ever gig at 14yrs old was Silverchair & Everclear in Manchester ?’95 and have seen you live many times since) and has been and continues to be a huge musical inspiration to me, talk so honestly and open about anxiety, addiction and mental health issues - something I myself and many the world over are unfortunately familiar with. I was diagnosed with ADHD and ASD last year and have since started to turn a corner but still have some way to go. As a musician, I’m surrounded by guitars, a piano, my modular synthesizer and a good chunk of studio equipment but I’m still struggling to take comfort in writing music or simply playing for the joy of it - I’ll get there though.
We’re all human, making our way through life on this earth as best we can. We all make mistakes, some pretty serious (myself included). It’s not easy.
I’ve been mentally routing for you and sending positive vibes your way for years.
FutureNever is an absolute masterpiece! Many a moments of hairs standing up on the back of my neck or being moved to tears. It’s truly fantastic!
I obviously don’t know about your relationship with Ben and Chris apart from what has been portrayed in the media etc, but to hear they declined your olive branch offer and to hear what Ben said about you as a musician, fuck! I’m a fairly proficient musician and in my opinion, you are a musical genius! Keep being you and keep moving forward while paying no mind to negativity aimed to hurt.
Looking forward to next weeks episode & the film once it’s out! Really enjoyed the podcast too, and also found it beneficial with regards to my own journey.
Keep moving! You’ve got this (and the support of so many strangers the world over).
Xx
We love it too - TeamFuture
Daniel, you’ve been a hero of mine since I was 15 yrs old and you inspired me to learn how to play guitar. I was one of the lucky few who got to see you guys play at the Roxy in Atlanta back in 95 with “Rusty”. I was hooked, Silverchair is one of the most underrated rock bands in my opinion. Love you man, keep fighting the good fight and don’t give up!
Amazing Daniel. Such a powerful and brutally honest interview and a wonderful insight in to your struggles (you are definitely not alone). You have so many followers, fans and people that believe in you and love you for who you are and the amazing gifts that you give us. I can't wait for the next episode.
Dan,
You will never know just how much your life has meant to me. There aren't words clever enough to fully express. I have never met you. I have seen you live (Highlight of my life,) you completely shattered my limitations by being a year older, and making sounds and feelings connect to 14 year old me. I annoyed so many people here in Texas, just...I wasn't obsessed, but more...CONSTANTLY IMPRESSED, and inspired by you. I definitely got several hundred copies of your various albums sold, and I am just some guy from Houston. I have struggled very much as well, with my own mental/emotional/existential shackles. Drugs. Drinking. Careless sex, and I even stopped playing music for about 5 years, while I was full on addicted to Vicodin and OxyContin. I've never really felt "Happy," I don't think; Not TRULY. If one asked me to describe joy, I'd have a hard time, with only a few exceptions, one being your work. I always saw your true heart through what you gave of yourself to make beautiful art. It was when Young Modern came out, when I decided to teach myself the entire album on a piano. Guitar was always my first choice until I sat down at a bench and started to play piano. So much resonance. Instant haptic feedback. A love circuit. I have always, when asked, "If you could spend a day with anyone in the world, who would it be?," answered, "No question. Daniel Johns. Anyway, from a 14 year old from Houston, Tx, to a 42 year old, I LOVE YOU. Not in any wierd way. I feel so connected to your heart through your work and openess. I am incredibly grateful that you came along in that formative period in my life, and your soul has never left me. Shit, I was listening to Diorama on the way to work yesterday, and the ever dangerous Guitar Center was right there at my turn. I went in, asked for a Soldano Hot Rod 100 Head from the 90's, they HAPPENED to have ONE used for $2,500, so I bought it. I almost bought a green PRS (My all time dream guitar,) but I'd have been beaten when I got home for spending near $6k in one hour. I love you, Brother. I hope life comes back together for you and stays that way. I am 100% behind you till the end, Dan. That didn't come close to describing your impact on my life. Thank you.
This almost made me cry. Beautiful, man. I love that you learned piano - I always just stuck with guitar (and air drums)... what a beautiful way to describe how it feels to play it. I've ALWAYS adored Daniels piano playing on "after all these years"... live or studio. GORGEOUS song still uplifts and brings tears at the same time.
Thank you for sharing this, it was so touching to read. Congrats on the guitar btw - I would have too!!
this has helped me . I am a introvert, I was also in Richmond State Hospital in Indiana . I went through 6 steps to get out. 6 different groups and 6 different counselors. I am a loner, so it was difficult for me to talk about my depression . I am still a loner, still quiet , took me years to gain weight as well. I don't know if I will ever completely be free of this, but I am so much better than I was when I got committed .
💜 - TeamFuture
Ben said what? Why would he say that other than jealousy or resentment? I'm a musician myself and Daniels songs are not "simple" they can go from simple to very complex without the orchestration which isn't that complex unless Van Dykes is involved. Even in a simple song like Tomorrow to hit the c sus over the c power chord in the chorus at the age of 14 isn't a choice that a kid would make or normally even hear over that chord... Daniel was obviously a child prodigy that developed into an amazing songwriter.
🤍🤍🤍
💜 - TeamFuture
Coz Ben is too busy living thru his wife 🙄 Ben is living the superficial life. An unevovled soul.
Firstly, it is possible that kids have parents and an extended family of adults. Secondly, all pop is simple - 99% can be achieved with grade 3.
Why would she even bring it up,other than to pull ratings for her show.
You basically saw his heart break.
Fuck#d
I don't know any other way to say this but it's been an honor to have Dan's art have such an impact on me personally, but also to now be reflecting on the timeline of it all is fucking wild - I'm flying my ass to Melbourne for the show. Totally appreciate his candor after all these years. And Team Future rocks!
just found these I'm from Louisiana and Daniel has always been someone I wanted to meet something in his eyes I felt 🙏💝and ty for sharing
Dan ~ I watched and listened. You are an incredibly brave man. Your vulnerability is so moving. Your talent is endless. I will have to watch this again. Thank you for trusting us with your story. Mental health awareness is so important. It makes us feel less alone. Thank you 🪶🪶🪶
I gave my friend of 20 years all my attention and love when he was going through his problems. In 2017 he committed suicide it crushed me and made me angry at him. I was going to a psychiatrist to deal with my own shit at the time and when Jason passed I haven't been the same. I'm married with 4 kidos. I haven't had any suicidal thoughts like i did before. The changes I made was to eat healthy, alot of fitness work, became a self employed painter, cut myself out of everyone's life besides my wife and children's life and just focus on what makes me happy. I'm 45years old and so far it seems to have tamed the demons. Take it a day at a time and do what you love... Thanks for sharing Daniel!
Wow this is so brave for him to talk about props to you Daniel for being open honest and vulnerable. It’s clear to see how much he’s struggling in the interview every word sounds like he’s holding back tears ❤️🩹
Well done for acknowledging you have a problem, and pushing through, and most importantly taking accountability. I'll be honest, I was massively dissapointed when I heard about the accident, but kudos for you for doing this, and taking accountability. Never thought you were a bad individual. I wish you every success on your journey.
Most lovely part is when on you're on your self improvement journey it becomes almost like a skill. You become obsessed with wanting to learn as much as you can about yourself. We all have those demons, and as long as we get the lessons from this pain, it will allow us to move, and begin the healing process.
Congrats on the new record. I couldn't stop listening to Cocaine Killa when I first heard it. I can totally understand why you wanted to part with your time in Silverchair. Makes sense to where you are now. With time, one day all the complications surrounding that time should hopefully resolve also.
Wishing you all the best anywho.. Always on the look out for what you're doing.
Much love from the UK 🇬🇧 ❤️
Daniel, you have written the greatest Album in Diorama. To me it’s right up there with Pet Sounds. There are parallels between you and Brian Wilson. I’m sure your greatest days are ahead of you. Your honesty as an artist is beautiful
Its good. Silverchair rockz, but Pet Sounds? Pretty bold statement
Are you serious it’s Silverchair… I’m clocking off come on…
You know that they had the same producer on Young Modern ❤
Thanks for being so open. We’re behind you Dan!
🙏🙏
Thank you for being so brave and raw when many of us can’t. I was able to relate to so much of this especially with the dissociation and the constant spiralling of emotions and nervous break downs throughout life. It was comforting to hear you talking about this and open up. I think so many people suffer quietly and a lot of people aren’t aware of this condition because a lot of us are too afraid to talk about it. I feel this is all a part of your healing in your journey 💓
Beautiful note, we will share with Dan. Thank YOU - TeamFuture
It’s great for all of us, to see Daniel still here doing well. Still creating. Thanks for this.
Oh my God. My heart is ripped out. That was a BRILLIANT interview (docuseries). Megan Thankyou for your questions and obvious skill. Dan there’s so much I want to say to you about the mental health breakdown. I went through similar 7 years ago and there is no way I could talk about it so publicly. It was only after reading Osher Gunsberg book that I felt brave enough to speak out. You are so real and that is what I like so much about you. Reclaim your heart definetely translates to me how you intended it. This interview was not entertainment to me, it was a fellow human who has walked a journey like mine and I am so in awe of your bravery. Thankyou, a million times Thankyou. Tam - @thedepressedcaravanstore
I love you Daniel! I'm 37 and you still inspire and guide me. Thank you for that!
Support you Daniel. Really brave to share and inspiring for all of us struggling with some of the same issues. 💕
Since i was 15, in 1995....
Still here for you my dearest friend ❤️
💜 - TeamFuture
This was incredibly difficult to watch. There still seems to be a profound sense of sadness in Dan's eyes. A sense of detachment. I live this with my spouse of 20 years going through a similar thing. It's an immensely intense and incredibly difficult job to do, but go on a journey through the mountains and caverns of your heart. Nurture, restore, befriend that broken child within. Go to the root of your pain and transform old tessellations and bring forth light. Light will replace the dark. Your gift of music to awaken humanity. Your light. 🤍 Supporting you on your journey. Much love 💜🌟
Beautiful note, we will share with Dan. Thank YOU - TeamFuture
Such a wonderful reply. You are an amazing person supporting your partner through their journey. I agree that FN can restore people, never in my life have I listened to music that had this impact on me. A complete multiscape of sound, rejuvenation, hope, validation, sometimes to painful to listen to, yet profoundly acknowledging of our own lives. This life isn't easy and some need to dig deeper than others into the tool bag. Your partner sounds like that and you do too for being a support system. I've had recent tantrums (adults are allowed eh) and just got overwhelmed by the situation. We do have bad days and it's how we cope and overcome eh! Loved reading your comment. FN is restorative. So many of us feel that so thank you xxx
Wow. Thank you, Daniel. Your bravery in sharing your pain and struggles has helped countless people. Please continue to take care of yourself and prioritize peace + health. You deserve it. We are all rooting for you 💜
The best thing about all of this is that the music that Daniel will make from now on will be more focused and fulfilling, with him actually enjoying the process. Futurenever is cool, but feels like he was trying to find salvation in making music while falling in a downward spiral. The Podcast was a great impulse, and it probably brought him a lot of positive energy, but attached to lots of pressure and chaos, which he was not ready for yet. I'm so glad that everything that's happened, good and bad, has brought him to this moment, cause this really feels as the fresh start his mind, body and soul needed and deserved.
💜 - TeamFuture
I so want to hug you! I can relate to what you shared. I so believe a healer will give you a leap forward in your healing journey. Thank you for showing your beautiful vulnerable sensitive self. You are amazing! ❤
4 year old Daniel wasn't awkward, he was just being a 4 year old! So cute, just the intro gave me chills. Thank you from Amsterdam(n) for all the music, inspiration and now this. I don't want to wait for the future, I wan't it now! Keep the fire lit! 💙🐸🪑
I'm an educator so know quite a bit about child development... young Daniel was so anxious, trying to pacify himself with his thumbs, covering his face with his other fingers. Poor little fella xx
you continue to be an insperation to all of us that feel a little bit lost or out of place in this world. sending peace and love Brother. Thank you for your guidance through life
Also not me crying over Ben and Chris declining offer to play together again. 🥺 I understand all sides truly but man would it have been a beautiful sound/sight.
Thank you for letting us inside your mind. I had tears in my eyes watching. You are a beautiful soul❤️
Your vulnerability is truly courageous. I’m not sure I could be in such a public space, truth be told. I salute you Dan. It’s great to see you looking so well and healthy. Onwards and upwards. Looking forward to more art from you. Love you and your art loads xx
Thank you x
Thank you for this Dan. So cool to see you on the drums with the spatulas 😂😂 I’ve been wanting to see that for months.
It’s very powerful what you’re sharing.
Daniel- its two years later and I'm going to say THANK YOU again for this open discussion about your personal mental health journey/recovery and especially your SPECIFIC thoughts at points in time- as a self internaliser I found your analysis of why/why not VERY helpful as I watch it again in 2024 (now with 2 mental health diagnoses I had NO idea I had when I first watched this).
It is SO SO SO helpful for ANYONE on a mental health journey to have this place to come to (day or night, wherever they are) and watch/listen/hold on and CONCRETELY KNOW this one thing: they are not alone.
At least ONE other person knows what this journey feels/looks like at various points (wherever we happen to be on it right now)... and it's a comfort to know you're still on it with us today ❤️🩹🌈🐸🧼
I find it so incredible to listen to you, you're experiences and how you explain the feelings of dissociation....etc...I wish that I could have explained that as well as you just did, when I first experienced a similiar situation back in the early 90's. I remember going through a really terrible time and I went to the Big Day Out in Adelaide (I think it was 95??). One of the big headline acts was The Cult and I was REALLY excited. Before they came out, I was going around all the big tents, listening to bands playing, then I came across this tent, that was starting to fill up really quickly and the music was fantastic., exciting, energetic and FUN!! It was you and Siverchair and I was SO privileged to be at the beginning of greatness!! Right then I knew you were destined to be a star❤ I'll never forget it!❤
Your openness to speak out about your mental health is so inspiring Daniel. Be proud! Rarely do we hear a man be so open and honest about his ( mental) health like you. Thank you for sharing. 🙏💕💝
I’ve loved this kid since we were both 15. SO glad to see him doing so well, so glad to have a brilliant new record from him, so glad that record did so well. glad he’s finding peace. as for Ben, there’s nothing simple about Daniel’s song. the simplest of his ideas is complex in its emotion and motivation. sure all of the bells and whistles are nice on the albums. but listen to “Emotion Sickness”, “Steam Will Rise”, “If You Keep Losing Sleep”, any Chair song….complex at its core
I’m happy I live in a universe where daniel still alive. Grateful
The more I read and see on Daniel i find him such a likable guy. Take away the musical genius and he is a down to earth normal person like all of us that makes mistakes in life. Thank you for opening up mate 🤙🏻
Lovely comment, Dan would be very happy with this - TeamFuture
This just blows my mind, this gives me hope. You have shown us over and over again through our lives that no matter how many times we fall down we can get back up, and not to be ashamed of falling down but to instead be proud for getting back up... your music has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember (im only 37 but I feel much older 👩🦳 its been a rough ride) you have given us music that helps us feel for so many years and I know its not just for me but you make us all feel like you're writing for just us, you put feelings into words and I could never begin to show how much I appreciate that, but to now go on and speak out about your journey despite how anxious you might be feeling you speak you're truth and you speak it so elegantly, you truly are an inspiration to us all ❤️❤️
Dan will appreciate this - TeamFuture
Daniel you are such an inspiration. You are such a beautiful person inside and out. Thankyou for sharing your amazing talent with us through all these years. ❤
Oh boy! It’s good to hear from you Daniel and it’s good to know you’re doing good after all. I wanna say that I grew up hearing Silverchair’s songs and I feel like your songs are part of myself, part of my history and my journey. Reminds me of good times. Well, you are undoubtedly talented and it’s a fact that you can write, you can sing and you can play but just because you CAN, it doesn’t mean that you HAVE TO. I mean, I honestly don’t know if I understood the reasons why you don’t want to be in a band again. But I don’t know.. I only think that it might be good maybe it remind you of who you are genuinely. Maybe it helps you connect with your inner self. It’s just a thought. Think about it dear. I wish you the best anyway! Keep going and never allow your mental illness stop you from being who you are and stop you from doing your art.
I went through a brutal divorce over the pandemic, and as I’ve done countless times before, I turned to your music to help get me through. It’s gotten me through the highest of highs and the lowest of lows for over 25 years now, and I thank you endlessly for gifting us with your beautiful art.
You are truly one of a kind and a massive inspiration. All the love, Daniel. ❤️🖤❤️
So powerful - TeamFuture
I love watching Daniel Johns creating in the studio, as it is incredibly inspiring. He is a true creative genius. In addition to that, I appreciate that he is expressing himself openly about what was going on in his personal life. I’m really looking forward to the next episode in this series. Peace and respect, Daniel! 🙏🏻
Glad you’re loving it - TeamFuture
You, Ben, & Chris changed our lives growing up Dan.
I do hope one day you 3 can mend broken hearts and be friends again.
When it's all gone and stripped away, all we really have is each other and relationships we have formed. In the end that's all that matters.
Take care my friend.
Wow, this is fantastic! For someone in your position to open up like this takes unbelievable courage. You're an inspiration and a hero! We love you Dan. 🧿🌠💜
Glad you’re loving it - TeamFuture
I'm 44 from Adelaide, years and years ago I phoned up work to say I'm not coming in today just to be in the front row in Adelaide entertainment centre. Frog stomp and I fuckin love Paul Mac . I'm sending you a hug.
Love this - TeamFuture
Glad to see Daniel trying to heal. I'm trying to piece my life back together myself after a terrible tragedy. I'm abusing alcohol way too much and purposely self-destructing. Playing music helps, and Ana's Song is still my favorite song to play along with. Thank you for being brave Daniel. You continue to inspire me. Maybe I'll survive. It's tough finding your way out of a darkness you've created. If I don't survive, at least you helped me fight brother.
💜💜💜 thank you for the kind words - TeamFuture
I'm so glad to know Daniel is much better and working on him. We're all humans and we all tend to make mistakes at some point of our lives. I confess that I miss Silverchair (so sorry to mention it), even in my forties, those records remind me that im still alive and also helps me to enjoy the nostalgia of those wonderful times listening to the energetic Frogstomp, the grungy and powerful FreakShow, the shiny, artful, Neon Ballroom and the gorgeous Diorama. I also confess that I didn't enjoy Young Modern much, because I i didn't feel Silverchair there, even when the original band members played on the album. Unfortunately, I confess that I wasn't able to connect with Daniel's latest solo albums. But, even saying these possible unkind things, I also confess that I'd never stopped to recognize the greatness, the huge talent and the undeniable musicianship of Dan. Maybe I couldn't connect with those solo albums, and Silverchair is probably gone for good, but his genius was, is, and will be printed in every work he does. Daniel inspired me (and a lot, lots, several people in the world) to grab a guitar, and play hard, noisy, powerful, but later he inspired me as well to explore different paths, different textures, different feelings. No matter what I like and what I don't, the only thing that matters is that Daniel is still out there doing what he enjoys, showing his massive talent and trying so hard to overcome any obstacle and to fade any shadow in his life, and that makes me extremely happy. You continue inspiring me even today. Thank you so much Mr Johns, keep on shining like the diamond you are
Phenomenal artist. It's been fun watching him evolve from Frogstomp through to FutureNever. Cheers for the gift of your music Daniel-san
Time to enjoy a succulent Australian album
This helps us average folk more than you will ever know Daniel.
You're still an amazing human who made amazing music that changed lives.
You've done more for this world than any man could. Thank you so much. 💓
💜💜💜 thank you for the kind words - TeamFuture
Never disappoints. Loving all of the media attached to Future Never. Thanks for being so open DJ.
Daniel,I thank you for your honesty,I have been through & am still trying to deal with Anxiety,Panic attacks,Depression,you are a really beautiful soul
💜 - TeamFuture
Exhaling …..from the deepest part of your soul. Fierce vulnerability. Beautiful Dan, I am so glad you’re back ❤️🔥
Beautiful note, we will share with Dan. Thank YOU - TeamFuture
Everything that Daniel touches is literal gold. So blessed to be able to absorb his exceptional art ❤
Heartbreaking
I have worked security for years and have come across Daniel Johns numerous times while working at Dark Mofo in Tasmania. He is an absolute legend. Came across so kind and every night I seen him he would greet me with a handshake and a big smile. Let me tell you, not all musicians are like that or treat security that way. Just seems like a genuinely nice man. All the best to him.
Beautiful note, we will share with Dan. Thank YOU - TeamFuture
This is awesome. So cool to see you hitting a kit with an ear to ear 😁
It never easy to open up, Danial has had a life like few others ever will, having followed his musical path through the years this is just another extension of being " Daniel johns" a true talent in n every sense - being stripped bare and showing a side that few of us could ever understand or comprehend is a wonderful treat. Thank you for showing the side of life that is real with humility and grace and style
Diorama is the best album of my generation. It’s a masterpiece behind the time when audiences appreciated the mastery of it.
It’s incredible to note, despite the battle of mental health issues (in an era where it still was a taboo!!) and despite the physical health issues, first and foremost: Daniel’s UNPARALLELED ability to take the pain and transmute it in the most profound and meaningful ART, WHILE he was struggling with it! TIMELESS art that will never cease to make sense.
Daniel, you are one of the most STRONG and inspirational beings on this earth!! Being true to yourself teaches the ill society we all live in the most important lesson! We love you.
"Reclaim your heart" made me feel like "This is what I'm doing because mine was kidnapped and I don't even know who I am anymore." And the word HEART can be broken into he-ART; which makes me think that maybe a broken heart generates great art. Maybe it's a silly thought, but my best poetries came from a broken heart. But now I need to reclaim It and reclaim my art. Maybe venture into art with a healed heart. This song makes me want to feel my heart beat again. This interview was not an easy one for you, Dan. But a great warrior is totally vulnerable. Sugestion: the movie "The peaceful warrior". Amazing interview, Dan. Congrats 👏
🙌 - TeamFuture
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Thanks Daniel, for talking about this stigmatised issue openly -that can't or can feel so shaming to talk about . You are an inspiration for all those with mental health issues. Thankyou.
You’re a legend mate. Loved seeing you again, loved the video. Loved the drum sticks 🤣 Can’t wait to watch more!! You look amazing 🤩 Cheers brother 🇦🇺
1996 in Wolverhampton UK I was 15 and went to my first gig ever to see Silver Chair for the Freakshow tour. Their music and Daniels amazing performance changed my life forever. Thank you for the great music over the years Daniel and thank you for this eye opening interview. Coming from someone who suffers from anxiety and depression too I know how hard this must have been to talk about and share with the world. Thank you for sharing and it's great to see you doing better man. You look healthy, happy and your new music is really fucking good. Much love brother
Glad you’re loving it - TeamFuture