Crystal Clear presents 24 Hour Mix-Athon in aid of Mind🖤

Mental health issues are something that a number of people experience every year. Whether that is someone you work with, attend school/college/university with, a close friend or a family member, 1 in 4 people experience mental health issues each year (1). Mental health issues are an ongoing crisis, regardless the severity of the problem, and more support is needed now than ever. The coronavirus pandemic is having a massive impact on people’s mental health, and charities like Mind are under more pressure than normal to keep providing support.

Mind is a charity dear to our hearts, from the developing/ongoing mental health issues students face before/during/after university, there is a high possibility that someone will experience it at some point in their lives. The music industry also faces a struggle with mental health. With mental health affecting a lot of artists/djs/producers/crew etc from the constant pressure of touring, surviving in a competitive industry, the anxiety of finances and not being good enough and for some, the isolating nature of the job, and so on.

Music is seen as an escape for many, and is needed more than ever in the current situation. More and more people with mental health conditions are suffering due the period of uncertainty that we are living through right now. With charities, like Mind, under more pressure now from the increase in support needed for those struggling in self isolation, raising awareness and donating to the cause is more important than ever. Music has always been an escape for our members and our supporters, and we want to continue to provide that escapism despite lockdown.

In response to the current situation, we, Crystal Clear, want to do our part. Firstly, raising awareness of the vital support provided by Mind for front line workers, people in isolation and all the work they do all year round. The uncertainty and loneliness of the situation can really deteriorate our mental health and it is important to know there is support in place to help, no matter how big or small. We want to raise whatever we can to help support the ongoing effort and pressures faced by Mind, any amount will make a greater difference! Secondly, providing a constant stream with 24 hours of curated music by our members and some guests. Providing those stuck at home to come together to escape the world for a little while and spread some positivity in the process.

The 24 hour stream will commence at 12pm Friday 24th April and run until 12pm Saturday 25th April via our channel on Twitch. More info on how to donate and tune in coming shortly. Share, raise awareness and donate what you can, every little bit will help those struggling at during this period. You are not alone in this 🖤

Mind Website >>> https://www.mind.org.uk

1. Mental Health Taskforce NE. The Five Year Forward View for Mental Health. Available from: england.nhs.uk