Love Is The Thing: Bristol legends IDLES announce benefit concert for War Child

Love Is The Thing: Bristol legends IDLES announce benefit concert for War Child

Posted on: 15 Aug 2024

Next weekend, Crosstown Concerts and Friendly Records have teamed up to present a very special one-off evening with Bristol’s favourite post-punk revivalists.

 

IDLES and friends will play O2 Academy Bristol on Saturday 24 August 2024.

 

This massive fundraising concert will see the acclaimed Bristol punk outfit take to the stage with support from 86TVs, Bristol-based Ukrainian group Zalizo, and local DJ legend Boca 45 for a one-off show like no other, hosted by alternative comedy legend, Stewart Lee.

 

Tickets for this show go on sale at 10 AM on Friday 16 August with all proceeds going to War Child.

 

BUY TICKETS HERE

 

 

Next weekend will see a stellar line-up of acts come together to support the various crisis areas around the world as well as those affected by conflict. Fans can expect Bristol’s very own post-punk heroes, IDLES, will perform with their signature raw energy and passion that has seen them become a live sensation worldwide.

 

This exciting night of music will also feature performances from fresh, dynamic indie rock band 86TVs, experimental rock quartet Zalizo (meaning Iron/Metal in Ukrainian), and legendary Bristol native Boca 45, who will be on the decks spinning a mix of funk, hip hop and beats.

 

Speaking about the show, Rich Clarke (Head of War Child Records) said: “War Child is hugely grateful to the artist community for coming together to create this amazing night of live music at O2 Academy Bristol.

 

 

“So many people have donated their time and energy to bring this show together and help War Child stand up for the rights of children affected by war. We deliver life-changing services and support in communities affected by conflicts to keep children safe and help them to heal and learn for the chance of a better future.

 

“The impact of the situations will affect an entire generation and there will be acutely vulnerable children who need our help to stay safe. The money raised by this gig will make sure that we can respond quickly to children who need that support right now”.

 

IDLES’ and War Child’s massive fundraising event is more than just a concert, this celebration of music is a powerful statement of solidarity. Tickets will be priced at £50 and are sure to sell out fast. On the day, there will be limited edition merch on sale, along with a raffle draw featuring some one-of-a-kind prizes.

 

 

IDLES and friends will play O2 Academy Bristol on Saturday 24 August 2024 with tickets going on sale at 10 AM on Friday 16 August – secure yours HERE.

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Stanley Gray

Stan is a born and bred Bristolian, recently graduated from studying English Literature in Sheffield. His passions are music and literature and he spends the majority of his time in venues all over the city, immersing himself in Bristol’s alternative music scene. A lifelong Bristol City fan, Stan’s Saturdays are spent watching his team both home and away.