IDLES announce hometown War Child benefit show

IDLES have just revealed details of a very special – and important – hometown show next weekend.

The band will be playing the O2 Academy Bristol on Saturday, August 24 to benefit War Child, with its aim to ‘support the crisis in areas around the world affected by conflict’.

“We are playing a show for War Child,” announces frontman Joe Talbot. “This is our privilege. Please spend your money on the most innocent victims of these unforgivable crimes. Love.”

IDLES will be joined by 86TVs, Zalizo and a DJ set from Boca 45 for the show, while the night as a whole is going to be hosted by comedian Stewart Lee. Tickets go on sale this Friday, August 16 at 10am.

“War Child is hugely grateful to the artist community for coming together to create this amazing night of live music at O2 Academy Bristol,” says Rich Clarke, Head of War Child Records. “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.”

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