South Carolina rockers Islander have taken time out from writing their next album to release a cover of R.E.M.'s 1987 classic 'It's The End Of The World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine)'.
The song's release is in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic, which has directly affected band members Mikey and Chris Carvajal whose Aunt died as a result of the virus."The world is being hit hard by COVID-19. Our hearts especially go out to the NYC community and everyone struggling right now. Our Aunt/ Tia Lolin is one of the many that have passed away because of this terrible virus.
"So this effort to raise funds is dedicated to her huge heart and love for her neighbours. She was always thinking of others before herself.
"In honour of Tia Lolin, a portion of proceeds from this track will go to the NYC Low-Income Artist + Freelancer Relief Fund to support the artists and freelancers that are struggling in her home town of NYC.
"We love you, fellow artists. We love you, Tia Lolin," Islander.
