Live Aid: When Rock ’n’ Roll Took On the World

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Season: 1
# Air Date Episode Name Watched?
E1 Jul 13, 2025 Band Aid
E2 Jul 20, 2025 The Global Jukebox
E3 Jul 27, 2025 The Greatest Show on Earth
E4 Aug 03, 2025 Live 8 - 2005
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CNN's "Live Aid: When Rock ’n’ Roll Took On the World" explores the incredible story behind the legendary 1985 charity concert. The series details how musicians Bob Geldof and Midge Ure organized the planet's biggest rock stars to fight famine in Ethiopia. Through rare archival footage and new interviews with organizers and artists, the show reveals the monumental challenge of staging simultaneous concerts in London and Philadelphia. It explores the political hurdles and logistical chaos behind broadcasting the 17-hour event to an audience of nearly two billion people. From Queen's iconic set to U2's breakout performance, the series captures the powerful moment when music truly tried to change the world. Season 1 ended on August 03, 2025 sign up for a reminder.
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Live Aid: When Rock ’n’ Roll Took On the World is a documentary TV series on CNN that explores the story behind one of music’s most legendary concerts. The show takes viewers back to 1985, when famous musicians like Queen, U2, and David Bowie came together for Live Aid—a global event aimed at raising money for famine relief in Africa. Through interviews with performers and organizers, rare footage, and expert commentary, season 1 uncovers how this historic concert changed both music history and charity forever. It reveals the challenges faced by those who made it happen and highlights unforgettable performances that inspired millions around the world. Season 1 ended on August 03, 2025 sign up for a reminder so you don’t miss future episodes or specials about this iconic event.
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A look back at the 1985 concert Live Aid, one of the largest global music events in history that raised money for famine relief in Africa.
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Network:
CNN
Seasons:
1
Years:
2025 - 2025
Genre:
Documentary
Country:
United States
Language:
English
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