Live Aid: When Music United the World for Ethiopia

On July 13th in music history, one significant event took place in 1985 when the legendary Live Aid concerts were held simultaneously at Wembley Stadium in London, England, and John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia, USA. The event was organized by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure to raise funds for famine relief in Ethiopia.

The concerts featured an incredible lineup of artists, including some of the biggest names in music at the time. The London show included performances by Status Quo, The Style Council, The Boomtown Rats, Adam Ant, Ultravox, Spandau Ballet, Elvis Costello, Nik Kershaw, Sade, Sting, Phil Collins, Howard Jones, Bryan Ferry, Paul Young, U2, Dire Straits, Queen, David Bowie, The Who, Elton John, and George Michael, among others.

Meanwhile, the Philadelphia concert showcased artists such as Joan Baez, The Four Tops, Billy Ocean, Black Sabbath, Run DMC, Rick Springfield, REO Speedwagon, Crosby, Stills and Nash, Judas Priest, Bryan Adams, The Beach Boys, George Thorogood and the Destroyers, Simple Minds, The Pretenders, Santana, Ashford and Simpson, Madonna, Tom Petty, Kenny Loggins, The Cars, Neil Young, Power Station, Thompson Twins, Eric Clapton, Phil Collins, Led Zeppelin, Duran Duran, Patti LaBelle, Hall & Oates, Mick Jagger, and Bob Dylan.

One of the most memorable moments from the London show was Queen's electrifying performance, particularly during "Radio Ga Ga" when the audience clapped in unison, creating an iconic moment in music history. Another highlight was Phil Collins' impressive feat of performing at both concerts, thanks to a transatlantic flight on the Concorde.

The Live Aid concerts were watched by an estimated global audience of 1.9 billion people across 150 nations, making it one of the most-watched television broadcasts in history. The event raised over £150 million for famine relief and demonstrated the power of music in bringing people together for a common cause.

The legacy of Live Aid continues to inspire musicians and fans alike, with many artists citing the concerts as a major influence on their careers. The event also paved the way for future benefit concerts, such as Farm Aid, Live 8, and Live Earth, which have collectively raised millions of dollars for various charitable causes.


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