War Child has launched its next Secret 7" exhibit and record sale, with tracks from Aurora, Hozier and more

War Child has launched its next Secret 7" exhibit and record sale.

The event sees a number of artists design sleeves for one of seven songs, which are then put on display and auctioned to raise money for War Child to support its goal of ensuring a safe future for every child affected by war.

The blurb explains: "The concept behind Secret 7” is simple. 7 iconic musicians provide a track, each of which features on a limited edition pressing of 100 7” vinyl records. Artists from all over the world, ranging from household names to talented newcomers, contribute unique sleeve designs."

The list of tracks reads:

Aurora - ‘A Different Kind Of Human’
Celeste - ‘Stop This Flame’
Hozier - ‘Swan Upon Leda’
Siouxsie & The Banshees - ‘Lullaby’
Paul Mccartney - ‘Pipes Of Peace’
The Chemical Brothers Feat. Beck - ‘Skipping Like A Stone’
The Specials - ‘We Sell Hope’

The 700 records will be shown at a free public exhibition at NOW Gallery on London’s Greenwich Peninsula, from 2nd-17th March 2024, before being auctioned off online.

Head of War Child Records, Rich Clarke, comments: "We are delighted to announce the return of the iconic Secret 7” project, which will help raise funds to support War Child’s crucial work in conflict zones around the world. War Child operates in some of the most challenging, hard-to-reach places to help children and families who are most severely affected by war. Sadly, demand for our work is growing. Our goal is to reach children as quickly as possible when conflict breaks out and to provide ongoing support long after the cameras have gone to support them through their recovery. We believe no child should be part of war. Ever. This is why projects like Secret 7” are so important. We are grateful to all the musicians, artists and partners who are involved in Secret 7”. Together, we will be able to protect and educate many more children, supporting their healing and learning for a safer, brighter future. Thank you."

For more information and to submit a sleeve, visit secret-7.co.uk. Sleeve submissions will be open from 24th October 2023 until 9th January 2024.