War Child HELP(2) Album: Olivia Rodrigo & Arctic Monkeys

"It’s About the Kids": Olivia Rodrigo and Arctic Monkeys Drop HELP(2) for War Child

War Child UK releases a massive charity compilation featuring Wet Leg, Depeche Mode, and Pulp to support children in global conflict zones.

Marcus J. Delany

Mar 5, 2026, 4:19 PM PT · 2 min read

Olivia Rodrigo in concert — Photo: Camillia Kazem / CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

THE RUNDOWN

War Child UK released the HELP(2) charity album on March 6, 2026.
Featured artists include Olivia Rodrigo, Wet Leg, Arctic Monkeys, and Depeche Mode.
The album raises funds for children impacted by global conflict and war.
HELP(2) builds on the legacy of the original 1995 HELP charity compilation.
The tracklist features exclusive recordings and rare performances from the participating artists.

The music world is coming together for a massive cause. Today, March 6, 2026, War Child UK officially released HELP(2), a powerhouse compilation album designed to provide life-saving support for children living through global conflicts. Following in the legendary footsteps of the 1995 original, this new collection brings together the biggest names in modern music to turn streams into tangible relief.

The tracklist for HELP(2) reads like a festival headliner's dream. Pop powerhouse Olivia Rodrigo and indie favorites Wet Leg join industry icons like Arctic Monkeys, Depeche Mode, and Pulp. Each artist has contributed rare or exclusive recordings to the project, ensuring fans receive a unique listening experience while contributing to a vital mission. The 1995 predecessor famously raised over £1.25 million, and War Child UK aims to honor that legacy with this new digital and physical rollout.

Beyond the star power, the album serves as a reminder of the urgent humanitarian needs facing children in war zones today. From psychological support to basic education, the funds generated by HELP(2) will be funneled directly into War Child’s global programs. The album is available now on all major streaming platforms and through Record Store Day partners, continuing the organization's decades-long history of using music to drive social change.