Aug 24, 2021 · The Concert for Bangladesh was also the inspiration for the 1985 Live Aid concert organized by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure for those affected by the famine in Ethiopia. The George Harrison Fund for Unicef continues to support refugee causes around the world and is now helping Rohingya children access shelter, food and clean water in Bangladesh.

The shows were held at 2:30 and 8:00 pm on Sunday, 1 August 1971, at Madison Square Garden in New York City, to raise international awareness of, and fund relief for refugees from East Pakistan, following the Bangladesh Liberation War -related genocide and the 1970 Bhola cyclone.

Nov 25, 2024 · Live Aid was a multi-venue rock music concert held on July 13, 1985. The event was organised by Bob Geldof (Boomtown Rats) and Midge Ure (Ultravox) in order to raise funds for famine relief...

May 10, 2018 · Concert for Bangladesh. Around 7 million Bangladesh citizens were displaced during the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War, with most of the fleeing to India.

The Concert for Bangladesh occurred on August 1, 1971, forever changing the dynamic between popular music, politics, and humanitarian aid. The concert was organized by former Beatle George Harrison, reflecting New Left political leanings.

Oct 11, 2024 · The benefit show has been a rock staple since George Harrison put on the Concert For Bangladesh back in August 1971. Radio X looks back at some of the most memorable - and emotional - moments.

Nov 27, 2024 · Live Aid, the groundbreaking charity concert held on July 13, 1985, left an indelible mark on music history and global philanthropy. Organized by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure, this monumental event brought together some of the biggest names in rock music to raise funds for famine relief in Ethiopia.

The Concert for Bangladesh is a film directed by Saul Swimmer and released in 1972. The film documents the two benefit concerts that were organised by George Harrison and Ravi Shankar to raise funds for refugees of the Bangladesh Liberation War, and were held on Sunday, 1 August 1971 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. As well as notable performances from Harrison and Shankar, the film ...

Nov 25, 2014 · After the session, George Harrison advised on how to prevent Band Aid from turning into another financially questionable Concert for Bangladesh. Ure: The Concert [for Bangaldesh]. . .all of the money didn't get where it was meant to …

Aug 24, 2021 · The Concert for Bangladesh was also the inspiration for the 1985 Live Aid concert organised by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure for those affected by the famine in Ethiopia.