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U2 at Live Aid
July 13, 1985
16 hours of music. Dozens of artists covering both sides of
the Atlantic Ocean, and a handful more contributing via satellite
from elsewhere around the globe. All in the name of raising
money for famine relief in Africa.
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against the likes of Queen, The Who, Led Zeppelin's reunion,
David Bowie, Bob Dylan, Elton John, and more, you could understand
if U2 -- with all of 5 years under their belt since "Boy"
was released -- played their 20 minute set and slid quietly
into the background to let the heavy hitters carry the day.
But U2 delivered a performance that was critically hailed by
most and put them on the rising tide toward worldwide fame ...
making U2's performance at Live Aid one of the band's defining
moments.
News
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U2's Causes / Charities
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May 13, 2002 - The Independent - It Is 17 Years Since Live Aid
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U2's Causes / Charities
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November 22, 1985 - Washington Post - Live Aid And the Swirl of Criticism
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Reviews
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July 19, 1985 - Hot Press - The Great Leap of Faith - Part 2
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Reviews
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July 19, 1985 - Hot Press - The Great Leap of Faith - Part 1
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U2's Causes / Charities
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July 15, 1985 - Washington Post - After the Music, The Memories
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Appearances / Transcripts
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July 01, 1985 - Joan Baez's autobiography, 'And a Voice to Sing With' - Joan Baez Writes About U2 at Live Aid
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Appearances / Transcripts
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July 01, 1985 - @U2 - Live Aid Artist Roster/Lineup
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U2's Causes / Charities
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June 11, 1985 - Washington Post - Rock Against Famine
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Miscellaneous
U2 was mentioned briefly in two other "recap" articles.
The appropriate passages are included here:
Robert Hilburn in the Los Angeles Times:
There were many, generous, warming moments during the Wembley
show: Elvis Costello bypassing the chance to showcase his
own gripping songs to lead the audience in a sing-along of
the Beatles' "All You Need Is Love"; U2's inspired
performance, which demonstrated that heartfelt, purposeful
rock is still being made.
Richard Harrington in the Washington Post:
To the fans in Philadelphia it didn't seem to make much difference
whether the stars were live and bright or faded and loud;
they cheered along, particularly for Ireland's U2, and provided
great harmonic support on Queen's "We Are the Champions."
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