A look at the legacy of Band Aid, Live Aid and Live 8 in reshaping global charity and politics. Featuring interviews with Bob Geldof, Bono, Sting, and African and western leaders of the time.

Live Aid at 40: When Rock ’n’ Roll Took on the World (2025)

★ 6.9/10 July 6, 2025 1 season

Documentary

A look at the legacy of Band Aid, Live Aid and Live 8 in reshaping global charity and politics. Featuring interviews with Bob Geldof, Bono, Sting, and African and western leaders of the time.

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Bob Geldof Self Midge Ure Self Bono Self Sting Self Nile Rodgers Self Phil Collins Self Gary Kemp Self Brian May Self Roger Taylor Self Pete Townshend Self Mike Mitchell Self Harvey Goldsmith Self