An inspiring compilation album featuring songs by artists from the Isle of Wight and Southampton is set to be released to raise funds for the Motor Neurone Disease Association (MNDA).
The album, titled “MND Can Get In The Solent,” will be available on limited edition cassette with a digital download, thanks to the efforts of Chalkpit Cassette Club and local musician, from the likes of Coach Party, The Bees and Plastic Mermaids and Musician and DJ, David Baker, who has been diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease.
Baker: All profits go to Hampshire and Isle of Wight branches of the MNDA
David Baker (pictured below), the curator of the compilation, shares his journey and the significance of this project,
“I grew up on the Isle of Wight and was in various bands prior to moving to Southampton.
“Over the years, I have met so many talented musicians, and after my diagnosis of Motor Neurone Disease, I have been given the opportunity to ask many of them to donate a song to this compilation.
“All profits will go to the Hampshire and Isle of Wight branches of the MNDA to fund research and support for fellow sufferers.”
£10,000 raised for Motor Neurone Disease research
MND affects up to 5,000 adults in the UK at any one time. There is a 1 in 300 risk of getting MND across a lifetime. It can affect adults of any age, but is more likely to affect people over 50, according to MND Association.
David has been raising money since his diagnosis through setting up a Just Giving page and have raised nearly £10,000 so far by doing DJ sets, gigs with his band Bobby I Can Fly, and a charity walk.
Another £10,000 raised
Furthermore another £10,000 has already been raised in David’s name by friends and family running, swimming, walking, gigging, baking and quizzing to raise the funds for research, care and support for people living with, or affected by MND.
David and his wife Alice write a blog called ‘MND Can Get In The Sea!’ which documents their MND journey, and it has so far had over 20,000 views worldwide.
Gregory: Truly inspiring
Silas Gregory said,
“David is truly inspiring for the work he is doing while also managing his diagnosis. We are thrilled to be able to support David in putting together this compilation for such an important charity through the power of our local music community.”
A member of Coach Party added,
“We’re really honoured to be apart of this, and think David is an incredible musician and person.
“This is such an important charity, and it’s so wonderful to see all these Isle of Wight artists/bands involved.”
Chalkpit Cassette Club
Chalkpit Cassette Club, founded by Silas Gregory on the Isle of Wight, is known for its dedication to keeping cassette culture for the next generation of music fans and supporting emerging artists to release their music physically on cassette again.
The club’s offerings include the popular Next Wave Cassette Magazine, which features a diverse array of new music on cassette every month, celebrating the unique sounds and timeless appeal of this format. Chalkpit Cassette Club’s mission is to ignite passion for music and create lasting memories through the cassette experience.
Baker: Huge thanks
David Baker extends his gratitude to all involved,
“Thank you to Silas Gregory at Chalkpit Cassette Club for allowing me to curate this compilation and for agreeing to all proceeds going to the MNDA.
“Thanks also to all the incredible artists for donating songs to the compilation and to Ellen Adams for the artwork.”
Featured Artists
Featured Artists include:
- Coach Party,
- The Bees,
- Plastic Mermaids,
- Four Letter Feeling,
- The George Street Kids,
- Owen Hackett,
- Xockha,
- Alan Daysh,
- Teenage Waitress,
- Dan O’Farrell,
- Dead Rabbits,
- Lucas & King,
- Mostly Jones,
- Brian Munro,
- Mystery School,
- Goo Lagoon,
- Jake Goodrum,
- Bobby I Can Fly,
- Anna Baker and
- Paul Armfield.
This compilation not only highlights the incredible talent within the local music scene, but also serves a vital purpose in supporting those affected by Motor Neurone Disease.
Buy your copy
The limited edition cassette and digital download of “MND Can Get In The Solent” will be available for purchase from 7pm on Wednesday 12th June 2024, with all proceeds benefiting the Hampshire and Isle of Wight branches of the MNDA.
The charity tape is £10.99 or Chalkpit have a bundle deal of charity cassette and a portable Cassette player for £39.99.
For more information, to order your copy, or to support this cause, please visit Chalkpit Cassette Club’s website.
Show your support
Alternatively you can donate directly to David’s Just Giving page.
The local Isle of Wight branch of the MNDA can be contacted at: [email protected]
News shared by Silas, in his own words. Ed
