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Live 8 (2005) was a global concert event held on July 2, 2005, across 11 cities including London, Philadelphia, Paris, Berlin, and Rome. Organized by Bob Geldof, the goal was to pressure 68 world leaders to fight poverty in Africa. Around 2 billion people watched worldwide, making it one of the biggest live music broadcasts ever. The event featured legendary reunions, iconic collaborations, and unforgettable performances from some of the biggest artists of the 2000s.
Top live performances at Live 8
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