Indie band Wet Leg has joined a large collective of artists contributing to War Child’s upcoming charity album, ‘Help(2)’. The band stated that participating felt like “literally the least anyone could do,” given the current state of the world.
Wet Leg’s Recent Recognition
The Isle of Wight-based band discussed their involvement at the 2026 BRIT Awards on Saturday, February 28, where they were nominated for both British Group and Alternative/Rock awards. These nominations followed the July release of their sophomore album, ‘Moisturizer’, which NME praised as a stronger showing than their debut.
‘Moisturizer’ also received three Grammy nominations. Wet Leg’s participation in ‘Help(2)’ comes after these accolades.
A Star-Studded Lineup
‘Help(2)’ will be released on Friday, March 6, and features a diverse roster of artists including Arctic Monkeys, Damon Albarn, Pulp, Fontaines D.C., Beabadoobee, Beck, Portishead’s Beth Gibbons, and many others. Proceeds from the album will benefit young people affected by war and conflict.
The band also reflected on the positive reception of ‘Moisturizer’, noting their surprise and gratitude for its success. Guitarist Joshua Omead Mobaraki said they “were really excited and amazed to see it happen,” while drummer Henry Holmes admitted it was “still pretty crazy.”
BRIT Awards and Future Performances
At the BRIT Awards, Wet Leg were nominated alongside The Last Dinner Party, Pulp, Sleep Token, and Wolf Alice for Best Group, with Wolf Alice ultimately winning. They were also nominated in the Alternative/Rock category alongside Blood Orange, Lola Young, Sam Fender, and Wolf Alice, with Sam Fender taking home the award.
This summer, Wet Leg will be touring with Alanis Morissette and performing at music festivals including Governor’s Ball and Bonnaroo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ‘Help(2)’ album?
‘Help(2)’ is a charity album benefiting War Child, featuring a wide range of artists and set for release on March 6.
What did Wet Leg say about participating in the album?
Wet Leg stated that contributing to ‘Help(2)’ was “literally the least anyone could do,” given the importance of War Child’s work and the current state of the world.
What awards was Wet Leg nominated for at the 2026 BRIT Awards?
Wet Leg was nominated for both British Group and Alternative/Rock at the 2026 BRIT Awards.
As artists continue to navigate complex global issues, how might collaborative efforts like ‘Help(2)’ shape the intersection of music and social responsibility?