Live Aid

Live Aid was a groundbreaking dual-venue benefit concert held on July 13, 1985, at Wembley Stadium in London and John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia. Organized by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure, it aimed to raise funds for famine relief in Ethiopia. The event followed the success of "Do They Know It's Christmas?" and inspired a global response, with concerts in other countries like the Soviet Union and Australia. Live Aid featured iconic performances by Queen, U2, David Bowie, and many more, uniting a massive audience of over 1.9 billion people worldwide. The concert's impact was significant, raising over $127 million for Ethiopian famine relief. However, the distribution of funds was debated, with concerns about government misuse. Despite this, Live Aid set a precedent for large-scale charity events, influencing future initiatives like Farm Aid. It remains one of the most memorable concerts in history, with Queen's performance at Wembley being particularly celebrated. The event highlighted the power of music to unite people and raise awareness for global crises.