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Bob Geldof and Midge Ure return to Wembley Stadium for Live Aid: The Musical cast recording as they prepare for 40 year anniversary of iconic famine relief concerts
The original two-venue benefit was organised by musicians Bob Geldof and Midge Ure to raise relief funds for the two year Ethiopian famine that claimed approximately 300,000 to 1.2 million lives.
The original two-venue benefit, held on July 13 1985, was organised by Geldof and Ure to raise relief funds for the two year Ethiopian famine that claimed approximately 300,000 to 1.2 million lives. Emma Hindley, BBC Commissioning Editor, said: 'The series takes the audience on an irresistible and entertaining ride through the 40 years since the biggest live concert ever was shown on TV. The musician originally featured on the 2014 version of the track - spearheaded by Geldof and Ure - alongside the likes of Sting and Harry Styles which aimed to raise money for the Ebola relief efforts.
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