Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason has added his drumming prowess to a new charity single that also features Black Sabbath singer Ozzy Osbourne, Slade frontman Noddy Holder and Duran Duran guitarist Andy Taylor.
The single “This Christmas Time, is raising money for a new online global project providing information to people living with cancer, led by The Cancer Awareness Trust.
“It’s an honour and a delight to be asked to play on this record,” Mason says. “I mean, what’s not to like? My favourite recording studio, the opportunity to work with great artists on a wonderful track – and for the most worthy cause… Oh, and complimentary lunch in the Abbey Road canteen!“
“This Christmas Time,” written by Professor Sir Chris Evans, who also plays guitar on the track. The song has been inspired by the heroism and letters home from WWI British soldiers at Christmas.
“This Christmas Time” is released today. You can learn more about the track , donate to the cause and see photos from the recording sessions here: https://thecancerplatform.com/this-christmas-time
“This Christmas Time features” a number of Rock legends, singers, actors, our Founder Prof. Sir Chris Evans and our very own Ambassador, Nina Lopes!
Ozzy Osbourne narrates a moving introduction to open the new track and Noddy Holder ends the song wishing everyone a Merry Christmas.
The song was recorded at Abbey Road Studios and features guitarist Andy Taylor, of Duran Duran, who recently revealed his own battle with cancer, drummer Nick Mason, of Pink Floyd, lead vocalist Casi Wyn, Nick Lloyd Webber on piano, Polly Wiltshire on viola and singer Reebz on vocal harmonies. Actress and singer Samantha Womack, who has also recently shared her cancer journey, provides backing vocals, as does first time singer Nina Lopes, an Ambassador for The Cancer Awareness Trust. The song was produced and mixed by Matt Bond who also played bass guitar and Prof. Sir Chris Evans who also played guitar
“This Christmas Time,” written by Prof. Sir Chris, is inspired by the heroism and letters home from World War 1 British soldiers at Christmas. Prof. Sir Chris explains the project here.
Support The Cancer Awareness Trust This Christmas Time!
Evamore was founded to create a unique way of supporting the profile and fundraising efforts of charities. This Christmas Time is released in support of our efforts to deliver The Cancer Platform and you can help by donating online via the link or by using the bank details listed below. If you want to gift aid your donation or have another idea in mind, email Mike, Director of Fundraising: mike@cancerawarenesstrust.org
The Cancer Awareness Trust, Acc: 12134055 SC: 40-05-20 Registered charity number: 1181054
Stream the track through the YouTube player below: