Topper
is one of the premier live acts in the
southeast. They are versatile entertainers
with a vast repertoire of songs, encompassing
most styles of popular music. Originally
from Atlanta, Georgia, the group has been
performing in clubs, colleges, conventions,
casinos, corporate parties and concerts for over
twenty years. They have worked with Jerry Lee
Lewis, The Contours, The Atlanta Rhythm
Section, B.T.O, as well as Ozzy Osborne
and The Drifters. Topper toured Europe
Twice, backing up The Drifters in 1979
and 1980. They backed up Jerry Lee Lewis
in 1983 and 1984. Topper performed at the
Mint and Palace Station Casinos in Las
Vegas, Nevada in 1986. In 1988, working
under the name "East
Coast Express",
they changed their format to a seven-piece show dance
band. East Coast Express was house band a the Ramada
Inn, Mandarin Florida's show club, GiGi and the Marriott
River Watch in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Topper released
their self-produced album, "Knock The Bottom
Out",
in 1989, receiving radio airplay and consistent
sales.
The
Band's CD, "Only For The Money", was released in 1993
on the Ring Record label. The music is a mixture of hard-edged
melodic, rootsy Rock & Roll with powerful lead vocals and
a heavy guitar sound. Topper's association with Hard Rock Café in
St. Thomas, Virgin Islands led to "Only For The Money" being
placed on rotation on sound systems in Hard Rock Café's
around the world. It has received airplay throughout the United
States as well as Europe and Asia.
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Topper
released the CD single "Miracle" on Ring
Records at the end of 2002. The contemporary country-pop song
has become a regional hit and is one of the most requested
songs in live venues where Topper performs. The single
sold out in a matter or months and is currently out of print.
The
band is releasing "Only For The Money- Deluxe Edition"
in the fall of 2003. The 15- track disc is a compilation of original
material from the 80's, 90's and present. The CD contains re-mastered
material from "Only For The Money" along with
5 tracks from "Knock The Bottom Out" and "Miracle."
Topper's
CDs may be purchased wherever they perform or by mail. Send Checks,
money orders, or cash to the address on this homepage (US currency
only). Include return address. Prices include shipping and handling:
Only
For The Money- $15.00
Only For The Money- Deluxe Edition- $20.00
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Calendar
/ Songlist
Contact:
David
Rode
8343 Roswell Road, #377
Atlanta, GA 30350
Tel: (770) 597-9462
E-Mail:
topper@topperlive.com
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