The Spark, by the Kabin Crew

It is called The Spark and has been declared the song of the summer – a viral sensation from a group of children in Ireland who filmed the video in a day. It is by a group of 9-12 year old kids from a community centre in Cork who met up with kids living in refugee accommodation nearby. Since launching on 15 May, the song has amassed 8.6m views and been hailed as a drum’n’bass-beat masterpiece with infectious energy. Since the national broadcaster, RTÉ, posted the video, it has lit up the internet.  The song is an anthem for Cruinniú na nÓg (Gathering of Youth), which will hold hundreds of free creative events for children and teenagers across Ireland.

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  1. Catie Llod says:

    That spontaneous outburst of joy and togetherness is what inspires hope for the future

  2. Danielle Malone says:

    This is a genuine bop! They did so well. I had a really stressful day and this just put a big smile on my face. I did my undergrad. and postgrad. studies at University College Cork. The people of Cork are the best.

  3. babs nicgrogair says:

    Sgoinneil ! xxx

  4. babs nicgriogair says:

    Sgoinneil ! xxx

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