Live Aid: The Greatest Show on Earth celebrates the monumental 1985 global benefit concert organised to raise funds for famine relief in Ethiopia, an event that united the world through music on an unprecedented scale.
Chronicling the scale, emotion, and cultural impact of the day, it revisits the legendary performances, behind-the-scenes coordination, and the shared sense of purpose that defined the event. From Wembley Stadium in London to JFK Stadium in Philadelphia, the book captures the energy of a truly global broadcast moment that brought millions together in real time.
At the heart of the project was Bob Geldof and the wider Band Aid movement, whose vision helped bring the historic Live Aid concert to life. Featuring iconic artists such as Queen, the event is widely remembered as one of the greatest live music showcases ever staged.
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Author: Peter Hillmore; JFK interviews by William McGuire; Introduction by Bob Geldof
