Block9’s Gideön streaming live vinyl-only charity set

Supporting LGBTQ refugees in Kenya and food banks across the UK.

Block9 co-founder and DJ Gideön is hosting a vinyl-only live stream in response to the Coronavirus pandemic, this Saturday 25th April – to support of Alight and #LIVEFORLOVE.

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For the six hour, vinyl-only set, Gideön promises to dig into his collection of salsa, Northern Soul, roots, gospel and house records.

Funds raised will be donate to Alight – which has partnered with the Refugee Coalition of East Africa to support LGBTQ refugees in Kenya – and #LIVEFORLOVE, which is raising money to help food banks across the UK.

“Remember, social isolation doesn’t have to be physical isolation, so listen, enjoy, and remain connected.”

Head here for more info in advance of Gideön’s live stream on Saturday 25th April, 8pm-2am.