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January 22, 2026

Arctic Monkeys release first new song since 2022 to benefit War Child

Opening Night will appear on HELP(2), a charity compilation out in March which also features Olivia Rodrigo, Depeche Mode, Pulp and more

Arctic Monkeys release first new song since 2022 to benefit War Child

TL;DR

  • Arctic Monkeys released a new song, 'Opening Night', to benefit the charity War Child.
  • The song is featured on the HELP(2) compilation, a sequel to a 1995 album that supported children affected by conflict.
  • The HELP(2) compilation includes a wide array of artists, including returning contributors from the original album and newer musicians.
  • Film-maker Jonathan Glazer contributed by working with children in conflict zones and documenting the project.
  • War Child highlights a significant increase in the number of children globally affected by war since 1995.

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