Louder Than The Music

Over 250 of the UK's leading worship and gospel artists gathered to record a single at the legendary Abbey Road studios, London, in February to raise funds for survivors of the Haiti earthquake. The chosen track was 'Somebody Please', written by Israel Houghton and Noel Robinson for last year's One Voice album. The single will be released as a digital download on 25th April with all proceeds going to Compassion International, the Christian charity that partners with churches throughout the world to support children.

London Community Gospel Choir co-founder Lawrence Johnson explained the reason for the song: "We decided to record ‘Somebody Please’ because we felt the lyrics were very appropriate for the people we hope to raise funds for. It tells the story of a child crying out for help and justice. We’re very excited about this project."

"When one suffers everybody suffers", said British worship leader Stuart Townend on the day. "This song is a cry to God from the heart on behalf of all the oppressed in the world. It’s a privilege to be able to join together with others."

Among the choir at the studios were Graham Kendrick, Stuart Townend, Ken Riley (Yfriday) and Tre Shepherd (Onehundredhours). Martin Smith and Tim Hughes also added their voices to the track, completing a lineup which features leading lights from the gospel scene, like Noel Robinson, Muyiwa, Cie, Guvna B, Victizzle and Jahaziel.

The proceeds from the sale of the single will be used to help with the essential rebuilding work needed to the Wesleyan Hospital on the island of La Gonâve, just outside Port-au-Prince.