Single launch in memory of Birkenhead busker Peter Mickle

Known as 'Pete the Busker' and famous for entertaining shoppers on Church Street in Liverpool City Centre with his unique inflatable props and colourful dress sense, Peter passed away in August this year.

Charity single Livin’ La Vida Liverpool will be launched in his honour during an event on Tuesday, November 21 at Liverpool’s iconic Cavern Club, starting at 7pm.

It is the 'hilarious creation' of La Vida Liverpool magazine owner Justin Hopper and high-energy Latin party band, Los Amigos.

Still from the video for charity single 'Livin’ La Vida Liverpool' that will be launched in memory of Peter Mickle in November (Image: Justin Hopper)The night is also in aid of Brian Phillips - known as the legendary Mr Old Hall Street - and his work to help the Liverpool homeless.

Pete lived in Birkenhead and was in the Merchant Navy spending two years on the QEII. He was also a regular visitor at the Charles Thompson Mission, a homeless charity in Wirral.

Peter Mickle with Charles Thompson Mission volunteer Donna Scully (Image: Donna Scully)He also starred in the Livin La Vida Liverpool music video just a couple of months before his death and the night will act as a tribute to Pete, whilst raising money for the vital work of Brian who was a close friend.

On the night there will be a DJ spinning Latin vibes, a premiere screening of the music video, a live set from Los Amigos themselves, talks from all involved in the project with special guest speakers, a huge charity raffle and more.

The event will be high energy and lots of fun, whilst raising money for the homeless prior to the winter, and tickets are just £10 – available via The Cavern Club website.

Still from the video for charity single 'Livin’ La Vida Liverpool' that will be launched in memory of Peter Mickle in November (Image: Justin Hopper)La Vida Liverpool is a positive media source founded by Justin in 2018 that aims make the region and the world a better place via positive news.

Paying tribute to 'Busker Pete', Justin said: "Liverpool is full of legendary characters, such as Busker Pete and 'Mr. Old Hall Street'.

"This hilarious single premiere will be a really fun night but it also aims to honour Pete, whilst raising funds for and celebrating the great work of 'Mr. Old Hall Street' — who supplied Pete with his colourful outfits.

"Pete was once homeless, so to raise money for the homeless in his name is very special."

He continued: "Originally, the song was just a fun collaboration between La Vida Liverpool and Los Amigos, who are the best Latin party band around.

"They really are amazing and the song is incredible!

"Busker Pete starred in the music video but he sadly passed a couple of months after filming — so that’s when we thought about doing something in his memory for the homeless."

Still from the video for charity single 'Livin’ La Vida Liverpool' that will be launched in memory of Peter Mickle in November (Image: Justin Hopper)The event promises to be one of the most entertaining showcases of the year.

There will be some incredible prizes on offer in the raffle too, as the night intends to raise thousands towards the ever-growing homelessness issue in the city.

Brian Phillips, aka Mr. Old Hall Street, said: "On behalf of all my homeless brothers and sisters, I'd like to thank everyone for putting this night together.

"As everyone knows, I was once homeless but now I dedicate my life to helping the homeless of our city.

"Unfortunately, the situation is getting worse and there are more deaths happening.

"It will be even worse this winter so this fundraiser is coming at the right time."

Tickets for the single launch event on Tuesday, November 21 are £10 and available here

Every penny raised from the event going to help the homeless.