A music charity is blown away after receiving support from Sir Rod Stewart following a fire on their premises. 

Loud n Proud, based in Paisley, were left heartbroken after a deliberate blaze burnt down their William Street home back in February 2021. 

Founded by The Bungalow’s Tommy McGrory, the charity -  which provides opportunities for young people to learn how to play musical instruments - was forced out of their base following the attack, which led to the loss of essential equipment and resources. 

It is expected to cost around £100,000 to restore the building, with £50,000 more needed for equipment.

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Now, The Daily Record have reported that producer and songwriter, John McLaughlin, has helped spearhead a crucial fundraiser - which has been supported by the likes of The Bay City Rollers, Hue and Cry and now, Rod Stewart, 

According to The Daily Record, Sir Rod said: “Music has the power to transform lives, and Loud n Proud has been a crucial force in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for young people.

"It is heartbreaking to witness such a setback, but I believe that, together, we can help them to rebuild and ensure that the music doesn’t stop.”

Responding to the support from the Rhythm Of My Heart singer, Tommy McGrory said: “I was absolutely blown away that not only the internationally acclaimed Sir Rod Stewart knew anything about us, but that he had kindly offered to help.

 “Through the combined efforts of John McLaughlin and Rod Stewart and other bands and artists who are rallying to the cause, Loud n Proud is poised to emerge stronger, continuing its legacy of nurturing musical talent and providing opportunities for young musicians.’’

Following the blaze, the owner of the building, Gary Kerr, gifted the premises to the charity in 2022. 

Despite this, the mission now is to take the burnt down building and turn it into five soundproof studios.

Work done so far has included cleaning of surfaces, painting all the walls and ceilings, replacing carpets and stripping out fire-damaged wood and ceiling tiles.

Five tuition studios have been built with funding from Renfrewshire Council’s Community Benefits Programme and the third and final stage is the construction of the five soundproofed rooms.

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