THE ENEMY AND THE SUBWAYS JOIN FORCES FOR CHARITABLE CAUSE THIS OCTOBER

BOTH BANDS WILL RELEASE COVERS OF THE OTHER AHEAD OF UK CO-HEADLINE TOUR

As the upcoming ‘Indie Til I Die’ tour promises to celebrate the rousing energy and youthful spirit of the early 2000s indie scene, headliners The Enemy and special guests The Subways now announce details of a special initiative to celebrate the occasion.

October 10th will see the two bands release covers of each other’s songs via Alcopop! Records, with The Enemy tackling The Subways’ classic single ‘Rock & Roll Queen’ while The Subways have put their twist on ‘We’ll Live And Die In These Towns’, the title track from The Enemy’s #1 debut album. In addition, the two bands have collaborated to produce a special half-and-half scarf, limited quantities of which are now available HERE with more becoming available on October 10th. What’s more, for every scarf sold, another scarf will be donated to Shelter to distribute to those who need them this winter.

It’s a fun concept, but one with a positive purpose too. October 10th is both World Homeless Day and World Mental Health Day, so all profits from the project will be donated to Shelter and Mind. Shelter exist to defend the right to a safe home, and each year provide information, support and advice to millions of people facing homelessness and experiencing unfit and unsafe housing. And Mind are the mental health charity who aim to make sure no one has to face a mental health problem alone by standing up to injustices and providing help via information, advice and local services.

The Subways’ Billy Lunn says, “Growing up with mental health issues and moving from one council house to the next, it nonetheless took me many years to realise just how entwined and circular the two are. The uncertainty I experienced in my living situation took its toll on my already troubled mind during its most formative years – and, had my family not been provided with the secure housing that we needed, I dread to think what might have become of my mental health situation.

For those in much more precarious and dangerous circumstances, the struggles continue. It is for them that we must work towards positive change. I’m therefore thankful that World Homeless Day and World Mental Health Day occur together, thereby emphasising the intersectionality of many social struggles, and the collaborative effort required to resolve them. With this in mind, it is with great pleasure that we come together with our good friends, The Enemy, to highlight the need for intersectional thinking and action with regard to resolving the multitudinous social issues we face. Because I believe rock ‘n’ roll can change the world for the better.”

Tom Clarke of The Enemy adds, “Very pleased to announce that as part of the upcoming Indie Till I Die tour with The Subways, we have recorded a cover of ‘Rock & Roll Queen’, and The Subways have recorded a version of ‘We’ll Live And Die In These Towns’.

Both tracks will be released in conjunction with World Homeless Day and World Mental Health Day, two issues which in my experience are inextricably linked, and obviously close to all of our hearts. The proceeds will go directly to Shelter, and Mind. It’s fantastic to be in a position to make a difference, however small. Thanks to everyone who buys a copy. We’re looking forward to seeing you at the shows!”

Fans can also support both charities on the night of each show by donating money directly to collection points at each venue.

Remaining tickets for the tour, which also features The Holloways (‘Generator’, ‘Two Left Feet’), are available HERE. The dates are:

OCTOBER

4th – Edinburgh, O2 Academy

5th – Glasgow, O2 Academy

11th – Newcastle, O2 City Hall

12th – Manchester, O2 Victoria Warehouse

18th – Birmingham, O2 Academy

19th – London, O2 Academy Brixton

In addition, The Enemy will play two warm-up shows at Leeds O2 Academy (October 3rd) and Bournemouth O2 Academy (October 16th). Meanwhile The Subways will play select headline shows around the ‘Indie Til I Die’ tour – please see HERE for a list of shows and ticket information.