Secret 7” is again with limited-edition vinyl cowl artwork to help War Child

After a four-year hiatus, the a lot beloved Secret 7” charity document sleeve public sale returns for March 2024, with a recent line-up of legendary musicians and artists. Relaunched by War Child, the quirky idea includes seven musicians to offer a observe, every that includes on a limited-edition press of 100 7” vinyl records. Every document has a uniquely designed sleeve, with the thriller observe encased, and it’s all up for grabs. When the bidding is over, the designer of the sleeve and the musician who created the observe will then be revealed.

This yr’s 700 cowl designs had been created in accordance with the inspiration of every artist after they listened to the observe. The challenge initially ran from 2012 to 2020, and raised over £500,000 for charity throughout its first iteration.

Secret 7” 2024 in support of War Child

Creatives from throughout the globe have submitted their one-of-a-kind sleeve design, together with dressmaker Sir Paul Smith, photographer Rankin, modern artist Cho Hui-Chi, and Jamie Hewlitt, the imaginative and prescient behind Tank Girl and Gorillaz, alongside up-and-coming skills chosen by way of an open submission. NOW Gallery in Greenwich Peninsula will show all 700 records in a free exhibition, earlier than they’re bought by way of a web based public sale on Peggy (they usually’re value making area for in your vinyl storage). 

Uniting music, artwork and humanitarianism, the challenge is a incredible show of artistic interpretation, drawing on tracks together with ‘A Different Kind of Human’ by Aurora, ‘Stop This Flame’ by Celeste, ’Swan upon Leda’ by Hozier, ‘Lullaby’ by Siouxsie & The Banshees, ‘Pipes of Peace’ by Sir Paul McCartney, ‘Skipping Like A Stone’ by The Chemical Brothers that includes Beck, and ‘ We Sell Hope’ by The Specials.

‘Artists have artistic freedom to interpret the tracks in whichever visible methods they select,’ mentioned Emily Simms, strategic challenge supervisor at War Child. ‘We simply have one requirement: don’t embrace the musician’s identify or the identify of the observe. This yr we acquired 1000’s of submissions spanning a various array of creative practices – from stained glass to ceramics, textiles, digital and sculptures. It’s the autonomy we grant artists that ends in such a incredible number of sleeves.’

Previous contributors embrace Yoko Ono, Ai Weiwei, Gilbert & George, David Shrigley, Julian Opie, and Jenny Holzer. The 2018 roster contains one other Turner Prize winner, Jeremy Deller; dressmaker Paul Smith; artists Jake and Dinos Chapman; The Clash bassist Paul Simonon; and set designer Es Devlin.

Secret 7” was rumoured to have showcased its remaining version in 2020. Simms tells Wallpaper* about its a lot welcomed return: ’We couldn’t have relaunched Secret 7” with out Kevin King, the co-founder. Together, we have reimagined the challenge for 2024 and have some very thrilling new additions for this yr’s exhibition. For occasion, there can be seven REGA Planar 1 turntables accessible for public sale, every screen-printed by critically acclaimed graphic artist Anthony Burrill, together with limited-edition merchandise together with tote luggage and slip mats. For the primary time, the vinyl records can be pressed within the Secret 7” colors, that includes a b-side etching additionally designed by Burrill.’

Simms continues, ‘These records are actually one-of-a-kind collectibles for document fans and artwork connoisseurs alike. And, in fact, we’re extremely enthusiastic about showcasing all of the sleeve art work. Visitors gained’t know which piece belongs to which artist till after the public sale closes, making it an exhilarating recreation of guess who! Perhaps most significantly, we additionally need guests to know the distinction Secret 7” will make to kids affected by battle. No little one must be a part of struggle, ever. Yet, around the globe, 1000’s live by means of this nightmare. All cash raised will assist War Child present support and protected areas for kids to play, be taught, and entry psychological assist.’

The 700 records will go on show in a free exhibition at NOW Gallery on Greenwich Peninsula from 2 – 17 March 2024. All cash raised from the public sale will assist War Child. The on-line public sale on platform Peggy will run concurrently.

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