Video: 'NBC News Today (March 26, 1986)' (Julian Lennon at 1:08:20)
(Wednesday, March 26, 1986, 8:37 a.m. EST) — Julian Lennon, the son of the late John Lennon of The Beatles, appeared on NBC’s Today morning program this morning to promote the release of his second studio album The Secret Value of Daydreaming.
Video: '1986 Oscars' (28 videos)
(Monday, March 24, 1986, 6:00-9:02 p.m. PST) — Out of Africa, an epic romantic drama film about a woman trapped in a loveless marriage who finds happiness with an adventurer, won seven Oscars tonight at the 58th Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Sydney Pollack for Best Director. Continue reading ‘Out of Africa’ wins Best Picture at 58th Academy Awards 30 years ago this hour (Mar 24 1986)
Video: '28th Grammy Awards (1986)- nearly complete broadcast'
(Tuesday, February 25, 1986, 8:00-11:00 p.m. EST) — “We Are The World,” the all-star recording that raised millions of dollars for African famine relief, won four Grammys tonight during the 28th Annual Grammy Awards at Shrine Auditorium, Los Angeles.
“We Are The World,” an anthem that was written by Lionel Richie and Michael Jackson and recorded by 45 top stars, was voted Record of the Year and Song of the Year and picked up two more Grammys for best pop group performance and best short video.
Phil Collins No Jacket Required was voted best album of the year.
(Saturday, February 22, 1986) — “How Will I Know” by Whitney Houston peaked at #1 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for two consecutive weeks (Feb. 15/22, 1986). It was Houston’s second of 11 number one singles on the chart (1985-1995).
"White Room"
(Sunday, July 14, 1985, 00:39 BST/Saturday, July 13, 1985, 19:39 EDT) — Eric Clapton, with Phil Collins on drums, performs at John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia for Live Aid, including the songs “White Room,” “She’s Waiting” and “Layla.” Continue reading Eric Clapton performs at Live Aid 30 years ago this hour (July 13 1985)
Bette Midler introduction, "Holiday"
(Saturday, July 13, 1985, 21:27 BST/16:27 EDT) — Madonna, introduced by Bette Midler, performs at John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia for Live Aid, including the songs “Holiday,” “Into The Groove” and “Love Makes The World Go Round.” Continue reading Madonna performs at Live Aid 30 years ago this hour (July 13 1985)
Video: 'Elton John - Intro/I'm Still Standing - Live Aid 1985 (HQ Video and Audio)'
(Saturday, July 13, 1985, 20:50 BST/15:50 EDT; during Live Aid) — Elton John performed tonight at Wembley Stadium in London for Live Aid, a globally televised dual-venue concert to raise funds for relief of the ongoing Ethiopian famine. John’s set included “I’m Still Standing,” “Bennie and the Jets,” “Rocket Man,” “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” (with Kiki Dee), “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me” (with George Michael) and “Can I Get a Witness.” Continue reading Elton John performs at Live Aid 30 years ago this hour (July 13 1985)
Video: 'THE WHO Wembley Stadium (Live Aid 1985)'
(Saturday, July 13, 1985, 20:00 BST/15:00 EDT; during Live Aid) — The Who performed tonight at Wembley Stadium in London for Live Aid, a globally televised dual-venue concert to raise funds for relief of the ongoing Ethiopian famine. The Who’s set included “My Generation”/”Pinball Wizard,” “Love, Reign o’er Me,” and “Won’t Get Fooled Again.”
Video: '(1985) Live Aid / David Bowie'
(Saturday, July 13, 1985, 19:22 BST/14:22 EDT; during Live Aid) — David Bowie (with Thomas Dolby on keyboards) performed tonight at Wembley Stadium in London for Live Aid, a globally televised dual-venue concert to raise funds for relief of the ongoing Ethiopian famine. Bowie’s set included “TVC 15,” “Rebel Rebel,” “Modern Love” and “Heroes.”
Video: 'Queen - Live at LIVE AID 1985 [Best Version] 60fps'
(Saturday, July 13, 1985, 18:41 BST/13:41 EDT; during Live Aid) — Queen performed tonight at Wembley Stadium in London for Live Aid, a globally televised dual-venue concert to raise funds for relief of the ongoing Ethiopian famine. Queen’s set included “Bohemian Rhapsody”/”Radio Ga Ga,” “Hammer to Fall,” “Crazy Little Thing Called Love,” and “We Will Rock You”/”We Are the Champions.”
