Def Leppard has launched a canopy of Ben E. King’s “Stand by Me” to learn victims of the Southern California wildfires. You possibly can take heed to the track beneath.
All proceeds from the track might be donated to FireAid to help in short-term aid efforts and long-term initiatives to forestall future disasters.
“Los Angeles and its surrounding space has at all times performed a central position in Def Leppard’s profession, from it being the place a few of us are based mostly and it being our U.S. hub for rehearsals, to being the town the place we performed our first-ever American gig,” singer Joe Elliott mentioned in an announcement. “We really feel blessed to have the ability to dedicate this track and provides all of the royalties to the wonderful heroes in L.A. serving to these affected by the fireplace. No higher track.”
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Guitarist Phil Collen added: “In instances of devastation, standing collectively is extra vital than ever. As a resident of Southern California for 35 years, I’ve witnessed the affect of wildfires as they proceed to ravage communities throughout California. Our cowl of Ben E. King’s ‘Stand by Me’ is a tribute to resilience, unity and hope. All proceeds from our model will go on to wildfire victims, serving to those that want it most. Let’s stand by one another and make a distinction — as a result of nobody ought to face hardship alone.”
Def Leppard’s cowl arrives the morning after twin FireAid profit reveals passed off at Inglewood’s Kia Discussion board and Intuit Dome. The reveals featured performances from Inexperienced Day, the Black Crowes, Joni Mitchell, Rod Stewart, Girl Gaga and lots of different rock and pop acts.
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