Norfolk brewer David Holliday is being supported by way of a charity song to support his cancer challenge this autumn.
David Holliday, of Moon Gazer Ales, during last year’s beer push
The song, Life in Your Hands, has been written by Wymondham-based Matt Watson in support of male cancer charity It’s On the Ball, and one of its fundraisers, David Holliday of Moon Gazer Ale.
David will use the song as his inspirational anthem as he pushes a 75kg barrel of beer around Norfolk, attempting to complete seven marathons in seven days.
“We really wanted a simple catchy tune which could help young men get the message,” said David. “This particular cancer is most prevalent in young men, and that makes getting the message across much harder as young men tend to think they are invincible, and that cancer is an old persons’ disease.”
“I am a big fan of Matt’s songwriting and had an idea that if we could create a tune with the message, it might be a way of getting through and saving lives, and that isn’t being over dramatic.
“The good news about this cancer is that, with early diagnosis, 96% can be cured. However, the flip side is that it is one of the fastest-spreading cancers, and so ignoring it for just a few weeks could be the difference between life and death.”
Matt said: “I was really happy to help out with the tune when David approached me, and am excited that it will be able to make a difference and save lives.
“I wanted the tune to be upbeat. It’s about living life to the full, and literally the chorus says it all — ‘Take the chance, take your life in your hands, and maybe tomorrow you’ll have time to borrow. A simple monthly self-check can highlight any problems which can then be quickly dealt with. Your life in your hands.”
The song is available for for people to download on Bandcamp for just £1, which is then donated to the charity. Special commemorative CDs will also be available to buy.
The song will feature heavily on David’s charity beer push, which takes place from 1st-7th October. He will be pushing a barrel of beer 186 miles in seven days. Direct donations to the charity challenge can be made here.
