music
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

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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