Total Fucking Darkness debuts “Desolation Boys”

Total Fucking Darkness is the project of Torquil Campbell, Stephen Ramsay and Tom McFall shared their latest single, “Desolation Boys"
Total Fucking Darkness, photo credit Andrew Whiteman

Total Fucking Darkness is the project of Torquil Campbell (Stars) and Stephen Ramsay (Young Galaxy), partnered with UK producer and synthesist, Tom McFall (REM, Bloc Party, Twin Shadow, Regina Spektor). Today the trio have shared their latest single, “Desolation Boys.” Born out of a manic 72-hour writing spree with McFall flying in from London, “Desolation Boys” encapsulates the band’s volatile energy. It’s the sound of 3 middle-aged men with practically nothing left to lose, trying (and failing) to drop the weight of the world from their shoulders – unruly, unpolished, unfuckable-with, and, in their own words, “vaguely not boring.”

Written in the final hours of a grueling session, new track, “Desolation Boys” showcases TFD’s menu to thrilling effect: Maximum Creative Violence Immediately. The song features a mix of savant-like lyrical spontaneity and a raw vocal take where Campbell can faintly be heard yelling, “go fuck yourself,” mid-chorus. Who is he instructing? Probably himself.

“Tom came in and saved the day. We forced Torq to write this one against his will. He was in tears, but it’s our best track yet.” – Stephen Ramsay

“Desolation Boys” reflects the band’s ongoing exploration of themes like the utter futility of existence, the exciting pointlessness of class war and the rejection of everything that doesn’t BANG.

Total Fucking Darkness continue their 30-year crusade against introspection and tradition. Formed in the late ‘90s, TFD aims to evoke the ecstasy and chaos of a post-industrial rave while embracing their uniquely Canadian misadventures. TFD’s music spans decades, combining early ‘90s house influences with biting, modern electronic pop. Total Fucking Darkness live events/performances are being planned for May 2025.

“Meaning is for suckers.” – Torquil Campbell

Do you like my dancing?

order “Desolation Boys” HERE

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