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Port docker releases song to thank key workers
A docker who works at Bristol Port in Avonmouth is releasing a song to raise money and show his support for the NHS.
Spencer Flay works as a crane operator, and is also a singer songwriter who has been featured on BBC Upload and has more than 1,000 likes on his Facebook page.
His new song is for to everyone on the frontline of the Covid-19 pandemic, from doctors to dockers.
is needed now More than ever
Key Workers launches on Thursday, May 7 debuted on BBC Radio Bristol after #ClapForCarers at 8pm. Proceeds from the track will be donated to Southmead Hospital Charity and North Bristol NHS Trust and NHS Charities Together, who are working to support NHS staff through the coronavirus pandemic.
Proceeds from the single will support NHS. Photo: Southmead Hospital Charity
“I started working on this when lockdown started,” says Spencer, who is known as the Port musician. “I’ve always been inspired by the NHS and I just felt it was right to do a song to help support the NHS and key workers who are pulling us through this current time.
“I wanted to show some love to all of them, and also to raise money for those on the frontline of this pandemic. I’m happy with how the song came together and hope others enjoy it too.”
Spencer has lived on the Portway his whole life and has worked at the docks for 14 years.
The port, which has remained open and operational throughout lockdown, also provided some inspiration for his new song. Spencer says: “Seeing all my docker mates coming into work, continuing to graft and knowing we are providing vital supplies to the nation has also been a great inspiration.”
Key Workers will be available to download and stream from midnight on Friday, May 8 on iTunes and Spotify. He is also playing live on Facebook at 8pm on Saturday, May 9 in aid of Southmead Hospital Charity and North Bristol NHS Trust and NHS Charities Together.
All photos: Bristol Port
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