The BRIT winner spoke to NME at Wembley's Trans Mission gig about why they will always have a political element to their songwriting, and about their refusal to “live in a world” designed by people who want to "dominate and control” minority groups
Appearances also came from Sugababes, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Sir Ian McKellen, Zack Polanski, Christine And The Queens, Kate Nash and more, while Olly Alexander and Adam Lambert spoke to NME backstage
Others on the bill include The Twilight Sad, Fat Dog, Jasmine.4.T, The Adam Buxton Band and more
The concert is "a statement that trans people are loved, valued, and celebrated, and that the entertainment industry stands proudly with them"
They join previously announced artists including Pixies, Lambrini Girls, Skunk Anansie and more
It is in support of the 'No Music On A Dead Planet' campaign to establish regional climate hubs across the UK
The full compilation will be released November 7 with all proceeds benefitting The Ally Coalition
A deluxe edition of 'You Are The Morning' arrives later this week, with five additional tracks
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