Next Thursday 1st July, The Invisible are set to play alongside live acts such as the likes of O.Children, Becoming Real, and DJ sets from Friendly Fires, Disco 3000 (Erol Alkan), Casper C, Oneman, Solo & Mumdance. Supported by DJ Hero and in aid of War Child, Cargo will see the return of War Child’s annual Army of You London showcase in Shoreditch.
 
Army of You aims to raise awareness and funds for War Child, an international charity working with children in the world’s most dangerous war zones – Iraq, Afghanistan, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. War Child works with children who are hit hardest by war and its consequences including child soldiers, street children and children in prison.

Using music and live events as a means of campaigning in the UK, War Child has a unique and proud history with music dating back to the legendary debut album ‘Help!’ released in 1995. Since then War Child has worked with the likes of Kasabian, La Roux and Calvin Harris and continues to champion the UK’s hottest new bands and DJs including The Invisible who Dazed quiz here...

DD: How would you describe the music you make?
The Invisible: I have a mild obsession with water. You can submerge yourself in it, bathe in it, it's the best drink on the planet, it can be terrifying, comforting, powerful, vast, expansive, regenerative, playful, shimmering, elegant, melancholic, life-giving... We're made of it. I hope our music shares some of these qualities.

DD: Will you use your musical powers for good or for evil?
The Invisible: Real music powers can only ever be a force for good. I just hope I've got some.

DD: How much do you know about War Child and how do you think your involvement will help the cause?
The Invisible: It's disturbing how easy it is to detach yourself from the plight of other human beings. It seems that one of the negative consequences of the culture we live in is that it fosters an absurd level of self-absorption that is ultimately dehumanizing. We often behave as if the suffering of others bears no relation to us. Nothing could be further from the truth. I'm not trying to put Bono out of a job or anything, but, in my humble opinion, any endeavour which raises awareness about what's going on around us and seeks to initiate positive and lasting change is all good in my book. In its efforts to tend to the needs of children whose lives and well-being are placed at risk by conflict, War Child are doing something profound and significant. And I love the fact that they embrace the power of music and creativity as a means of affecting change.

DD: You're playing a lot of festivals this year? When touring, how do you avoid getting on each other's nerves?
The Invisible: Self awareness is key. Touring is such an intense and abstract mode of existence. It can easily highlight and amplify the cracks in the most robust relationships. For me, it's really important to find ways to remain engaged and connected with myself and those around me. Numbing out is not an option. You've got to stay present to keep your inner bastard in check.



DD: What's next?
The Invisible: This summer is all about making new things. We want to make a record that we would be proud to have in our collection. It's an absurdly exciting challenge to set yourself. I think it's gonna be pure pepper.

War Child Army Of You at Cargo, 83 Rivington Street, London, EC2A 3AY - Thursday 1st July 2010. BBQ 6pm, Doors: 7pm – midnight. Advance tickets are available here priced £9 plus booking fee.