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Live Aid: 40 Years of Music and Charity

Live Aid: 40 Years of Music and Charity

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Forty years ago, Bob Geldof, spurred by shocking news reports of the Ethiopian famine, organized the iconic Live Aid concerts. Held simultaneously in London and Philadelphia on July 13, 1985, these events raised millions for famine relief and became a landmark moment in global charity and music history. The concerts featured numerous A-list musicians and had a profound impact on the response to the crisis.

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