Thesis

This is a poster for Live Aid. The poster art copyright is believed to belong to the distributor of the item promoted, the publisher of the item promoted or the graphic artist, Live Aid, ​​​​​​​1985. 

Thesis

LiveAid set a precedent to raise awareness for crises around the world through utilizing musical concerts as a novel avenue of communication. This international unity towards a shared cause paved the way for celebrities to use music and fame to shed light on key issues.

Freddie Mercury’s set in July 1985 is often called one of the greatest live performances of all time, NY Times, 1985.

Princess Diana chatting with Elton John and George Michael at the Live Aid concert in July 1985, Getty Images, 1985.