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Anna McAree

Live music to raise the roof of Derry City Social Club

Derry City Sports and Social Club is set to host a special night of live entertainment this weekend with a number of fantastic local artists performing.

The line-up includes the David Craig Band, Legacy backed up with a full live band, Colum McLaughlin and DJ Kmac.

This incredible mix of artists are sure to provide a fantastic night of live entertainment for all music tastes.

Organisers of Sunday's event include Stephen Henry, who is no stranger to raising money for mental health charities through the Shining Light pageant.

The evening will be hosting by Derry legend Micky Doherty, who is always guaranteed to deliver a brilliant performance and a fun-filled night.

A number of key charities within the city, who have helped countless people across Derry will benefit from this music-filled event.

Proceeds will go to the Foyle Foodbank, the Foyle Search and Rescue, and a new team established as the Inner City Assistance Team, who patrol the streets of the city centre to help those in distress.

Gareth McGill of the David Craig Band spoke to MyDerry about the gig and how it feels to support incredible local charities in need of funding.

He said: "We wanted to donate money to some of the most essential charities in the city: the Foyle foodbank, Foyle Search and Rescue and a new initiative called the Inner City Assistance Team, who walk around the streets and help people in distress or needing support.

"This new team are in need of funding for equipment, first aid training for volunteers to ensure they can do the best for the people they meet on the streets.

"They are a vital service, offering assistance to those who need it in the city before their situation becomes any worse.

"The Foyle foodbank is under a lot of pressure at the minute and a lot more people are needing to avail of their services. They need as much help as they can get to help the increasing numbers of people affected by the rising cost of living, energy prices, even food prices.

"The Foyle Search and Rescue does amazing work in the city, we can’t praise them highly enough.

" This event is to shine a light on mental health and to let people know it's OK not to be OK. We are all here to support each other."

More information on tickets can be found here.

For more Derry news, visit our new site MyDerry.

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