North West’s Lockdown Live is happening tonight (Friday 25 February) to raise money for Young Minds UK.

The virtual music festival is being put on by Newman College students to help with young people’s mental health during the ongoing pandemic.

A group of talented musicians have rallied together to raise money for the mental health charity and to help provide a distraction for people struggling with their wellbeing.

Latest virtual events in your area can be seen below

The full line-up is:

• 5:45pm- Luis and Luke introduction
• 6.00pm- Matilda Taylor
• 6.25pm- Zach Eccleston
• 6.50pm- Holly Pooley
• 7.15pm- Joel Gardner
• 7.40pm- Emily Rhodes
• 8.05pm- Harvey Brittain
• 8.30pm- Jake Heaton

The event is taking place from 5.30pm tonight and is welcome for anyone to watch.

Donations can be made through this link. More information can be found on the Facebook page North West’s Lockdown Live 2021.

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