Arctic Monkeys Unleash New Track 'Opening Night' to Benefit War-Torn Children
The Arctic Monkeys have broken their lengthy drought, releasing their first new song since 2022 album The Car. Titled "Opening Night," the track is part of a star-studded compilation called HELP(2), aimed at raising funds for the charity War Child.
Released on March 6th, HELP(2) brings together an impressive lineup of artists from various genres, including Radiohead, Blur, Pulp, Beck, and Depeche Mode. The list also boasts younger talents such as Olivia Rodrigo, Fontaines DC, and Wet Leg. Oscar-nominated filmmaker Jonathan Glazer contributed to the project by collaborating with children in war zones across Ukraine, Gaza, Yemen, and Sudan to create their own films.
The Arctic Monkeys expressed their pride in supporting War Child's invaluable work, hoping that HELP(2) would positively impact the lives of children affected by conflict. According to James Ford, who produced the album, it was an opportunity to "galvanise our music community into doing something as unarguably positive as helping children in war zones." The experience of making the album has been described as powerful and life-affirming.
War Child estimates that the number of children affected by war has increased from one in 10 when HELP(1) was released to one in five today, with around 520 million children globally being impacted. The release of HELP(2) marks a significant step towards raising awareness and funds for these vulnerable individuals.
As fans eagerly anticipate the Arctic Monkeys' new material, "Opening Night" offers an enticing glimpse into their musical trajectory forward.
The Arctic Monkeys have broken their lengthy drought, releasing their first new song since 2022 album The Car. Titled "Opening Night," the track is part of a star-studded compilation called HELP(2), aimed at raising funds for the charity War Child.
Released on March 6th, HELP(2) brings together an impressive lineup of artists from various genres, including Radiohead, Blur, Pulp, Beck, and Depeche Mode. The list also boasts younger talents such as Olivia Rodrigo, Fontaines DC, and Wet Leg. Oscar-nominated filmmaker Jonathan Glazer contributed to the project by collaborating with children in war zones across Ukraine, Gaza, Yemen, and Sudan to create their own films.
The Arctic Monkeys expressed their pride in supporting War Child's invaluable work, hoping that HELP(2) would positively impact the lives of children affected by conflict. According to James Ford, who produced the album, it was an opportunity to "galvanise our music community into doing something as unarguably positive as helping children in war zones." The experience of making the album has been described as powerful and life-affirming.
War Child estimates that the number of children affected by war has increased from one in 10 when HELP(1) was released to one in five today, with around 520 million children globally being impacted. The release of HELP(2) marks a significant step towards raising awareness and funds for these vulnerable individuals.
As fans eagerly anticipate the Arctic Monkeys' new material, "Opening Night" offers an enticing glimpse into their musical trajectory forward.
just heard about this EPIC charity album HELP(2) by @arcticmonkeys & I'm FREAKING OUT!!! 
they're teaming up with some of the biggest names in music to raise funds 4 war-torn children 
it's like, so inspiring 2 see artists comin together 2 make a difference 
& can we pls talk about the artwork on HELP(2)?!?! 
so sick!! 
finally got some new Arctic Monkeys tracks 
! been waiting forever for a new release 
and it's amazing to see them using their platform to make a difference 
. the line up for this compilation is insane, so stoked to hear from all these talented artists 
. and it's so cool that jonathan glazer got involved too, makin' films with kids in war zones 
. gotta get my hands on HELP(2) ASAP 
. I'm definitely gonna give "Opening Night" a listen and check out HELP(2) on Spotify ASAP 
. war child is doing amazing work with the charity HELP(2) and it's awesome that so many talented artists are coming together to support them 
. can't wait to see what the rest of the album has in store 
. And that fact that they're working with War Child to create something so special and powerful? That's really what it's all about – using our music as a force for good 
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. This compilation, HELP(2), is such an awesome idea - who wouldn't wanna help raise funds for those affected by war? I mean, it's not like the world was doing enough already, right? 
. The Arctic Monkeys are giving me hope - maybe their music can bring some positivity back into our lives? 
. But it's also super inspiring to see so many talented artists come together to help make a positive change 
. And let’s be real, "Opening Night" sounds like a banger 
It's like, we're supposed to be living in a civilized society or something? But no, it seems like every year it's more and more chaos. And these amazing artists are coming together to try and make a difference... I don't even know how they do it, you feel me? Like, the Arctic Monkeys just drop this new track after years of nothingness and it's not even about themselves, it's all about those kids!