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The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

They will rock you.

By Carly Tennes

Published 7 months ago in Wow

Founded by Geldof and Midge Ure, Live Aid became one of the most successful multi-venue concerts in history. 72,000 attendees rocked London's Wembley Stadium, 89,000 more at John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia and roughly 1.9 billion viewers overall watched around the globe. Perhaps the most impressive stat, however: the show raised $140 million for famine relief in Ethiopia. 


Such a seismic event produced some earth-shaking photos. From Freddie Mercury's iconic performance with Queen to Paul McCartney taking the stage, here is the story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, as told in 20 pictures. 

  • 1

    “On my way to Live Aid 1985.”

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

  • 2

    Queen poses for a photo backstage.

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

  • 3

    Roughly 72,000 fans were thought to have attended the iconic London concert, with roughly 1.9 billion more people watching across the world.

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

  • 4

    Queen performing during their famous set.

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

  • 5

    Several performers smile for a snap.

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

  • 6

    Freddie Mercury hypes the crowd while performing “Radio Gaga.’

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

  • 7

    Fans flaunt their signs during the iconic festival

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

  • 8

    
David Bowie hits the stage during Live Aid.

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

  • 9

    Brian May shreds before Live Aid’s audience.

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

  • 10

    A sweat-soaked Freddie Mercury grabs the mic.

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

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Fans rocking out during Queen’s set.

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

  • 12

    “Boy George, Sting, Sade and Peter Gabriel, Live Aid 1985.”

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

  • 13

    David Bowie and Freddie Mercury chat backstage at the concert

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

  • 14

    “Paul McCartney and Freddie Mercury, Live Aid, 1985.”

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

  • 15

    Pink Floyd’s David Gilmour rocking out during Live Aid

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

  • 16

    “David Bowie, Brian May, and Roger Taylor with Princess Diana at Live Aid (1985).”

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

  • 17

    “Original Live Aid flyer 1985.”

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

  • 18

    Phil Collins performs “Against All Odds” during his Live Aid set.

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

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    Performers take the stage during the festival.

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

  • 20

    “Bono at Live Aid 1985 bringing the mullet to the masses.”

    The Story of 1985's Live Aid Concerts, Told In 20 Pics

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