A MUSIC producer who underwent emergency heart surgery this summer is using his talents to raise money and awareness.

Grammy-shortlisted DJ and producer Lempo – real name Mike McGuinness, from Knutsford ­– is marking World Heart Day with the release of a charity single, 'No-More'.

Lempo, known in town for his Legh Fest alternative May Day celebrations, founded Applique Music and used the label to launch the track alongside Knutsfordian vocalist Victoria-Jane.

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Lempo underwent an emergency operation earlier this year to fix a heart condition that could have otherwise killed him within six months.

It took five years to diagnose his condition, yet only a few days for a solution to be put in place. Now, he wants to give back to organisations like the British Heart Foundation.

He said: "My operation cost the NHS over £20,000.

"More importantly, the research that developed the technology was funded by charities such as the British Heart Foundation.

"The morbid reality is that one in four are not as lucky as me; heart disease can attack anyone of any age and fitness.”

Lempo's own heartbeat, recorded from a heart rate monitor before and after his surgery at the Royal Stoke University hospital, is sampled and featured on the track.

Advertisers McCann Manchester has helped produce a music video, featuring music, TV and sports personalities showing support with clips of them individually making a heart sign alongside Lempo's family, friends and McCann employees.

The vocalist on ‘No More’, Victoria Dougall, added: "My father underwent mechanical aortic valve replacement in 2012 and is due to have another procedure.

"I’ve wanted to work with Lempo for years, so once he approached me I jumped at the opportunity.

"Knowing we are raising awareness about something so close to my heart means everything to me.”

Leah Goodhind, Fundraising Manager for the British Heart Foundation, said: "We never cease to be amazed by the extraordinary ways people like Lempo fundraise for the BHF and we're incredibly grateful to them for their efforts.

"Our supporters like Mike power our research, and this means we can ultimately go on to help save thousands of lives."

‘No More’ is available on all major download stores and streaming networks.

Donations can also be made via text, sending ‘NO MORE’ to 70223 to give £3. BHF will receive 100 per cent of all donations.