Danger Dan discusses sexual orientation and vision loss in Görlitz

German musician Danger Dan, widely known as a solo artist and member of the rap group Antilopen-Gang, has publicly discussed his sexual orientation and a past relationship with a man during a performance at the Christopher Street Day event in Görlitz. The 43-year-old artist, whose legal name is Daniel Pongratz, stated during the event that the moment served as a retrospective coming-out, noting that he had previously never viewed himself strictly as heterosexual, gay, or bisexual.

An Open Address on New Music and Identity

The announcement coincides with the upcoming release of his solo album titled Keine Angst, scheduled to drop on October 2. On the new record, the musician addresses his relationship with an ex-boyfriend through the track „Warum es nicht geklappt hat.“ Speaking to the media, Pongratz explained that he had never treated that particular relationship with the same equivalence as his heterosexual relationships, acknowledging that he owed his former partner a dedicated love song.”

Addressing the crowd in Görlitz, the artist contextualized the timing of the song’s public debut against a backdrop of modern socio-political pressures. Amid threats directed at queer events by Islamists and Nazis, Pongratz emphasized that the moment called for clear solidarity, stating directly during the event that he considers himself part of the community rather than just an ally.

Managing Health Challenges and Career Milestones

Alongside his musical releases and public statements regarding his orientation, Pongratz has opened up about his progressive vision loss. The musician lives with retinitis pigmentosa, a hereditary eye disease that has significantly altered his daily life and career logistics. Describing the diagnosis as a major turning point in his biography, he noted that confronting physical limitations has served as a stark reminder of the value of each fleeting moment.

Practical accommodations have become part of his daily routines both on and off the stage. Backstage navigation frequently requires assistance with a flashlight, while a neon-colored cross is placed directly on his piano stool to help him locate his seat during performances. Despite these physical challenges, the musician continues active production work on his solo projects alongside his commitments to the Antilopen-Gang.

Release Details and Future Appearances

The solo album Keine Angst marks the next major checkpoint for the artist ahead of its October 2 release date. Following the live debut of „Warum es nicht geklappt hat“ at the Christopher Street Day celebrations in Görlitz, further updates regarding tour dates and album promotion are expected to be coordinated through his official channels.”