Fontaines D.C. and Grian Chatten Shine on 'Help(2)' Charity Album and Peaky Blinders Soundtrack
Today marks the release of the highly anticipated 'Help(2)' charity album in support of War Child, aimed at raising funds for young people affected by war and conflict. The album features a star-studded lineup including Beabadoobee, Beck, Portishead's Beth Gibbons, and many more. Fontaines D.C. and Grian Chatten are among the artists contributing new tracks to the album, with collaborations like 'Flags' featuring Damon Albarn and Kae Tempest, and a cover of Sinéad O'Connor's 'Black Boys On Mopeds'.
Fontaines D.C. also contributed to the soundtrack of the new Peaky Blinders movie, with tracks like 'Puppet' and 'Romance' making an appearance. Grian Chatten worked with composers Martin Slattery and Antony Genn on songs like 'Opium Dreams' and 'Black Dahlia'. The band's involvement in the soundtrack was praised by Slattery and Genn, who expressed their admiration for Fontaines D.C.'s music and the frontman's edgy persona.
Other artists featured on the Peaky Blinders film soundtrack include Nick Cave, Girl In The Year Above, and Lankum. Cillian Murphy, a longtime fan of Fontaines D.C., has shown his support for the band and attended their album launch show. The new Peaky Blinders movie is currently in cinemas and will be available on Netflix on March 20.
In conclusion, the release of the 'Help(2)' charity album and the soundtrack to the Peaky Blinders movie showcase the musical talents of Fontaines D.C. and Grian Chatten, contributing to two highly anticipated projects that highlight their creative collaborations and unique sound.