South Lanarkshire kids to re-record an 80s classic by John Farnham

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Clydesdale youths will re-record a famous 80s song thanks to funding from the council.Locals under 25 across the area have been funded £10,000 to take part in a new musical project which will see them re-recording the 80s classic You're the Voice by John Farnham.You’re the Voice will bring together up to 100 youths to work with industry professionals in the recording, filmmaking, artwork and commercial release of one song with the funds coming from the council's Renewable Energy Fund (REF).The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Councillor Robert Brown (Rutherglen South), chair of the Community and Enterprise Resources committee, said: “The council is delighted to support the You’re the Voice project and I am really pleased to see renewable energy funds being used in such a creative and dynamic way.“Every young person who takes part in the project will benefit from professional support and practical resources usually only available to those in the entertainment industry.

What an opportunity and inspiration for these young people to discover a new hobby, or to start on the path towards a career.”The project has been coordinated by Douglas Universal Connections and built around the John Farnham track which gives the project its name.Those taking part will be able to choose which aspects of the project