George Harrison's Concert for Bangladesh Now Streaming
George Harrison's Concert for Bangladesh Now Streaming
George Harrison's Concert for Bangladesh Now Streaming
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George Harrison's historic Concert for Bangladesh, which took place on August 1, 1971, at Madison Square Garden, is now available for streaming for the first time. This landmark event featured a star-studded lineup including Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Ringo Starr, and Ravi Shankar, aimed at raising funds and awareness for Bengali refugees affected by the Bangladesh Liberation War and subsequent humanitarian crises. The concert is recognized as the first major multi-act benefit concert, setting a precedent for future charitable events like Live Aid. Proceeds from the album continue to support the George Harrison Fund for UNICEF, which aids children in need worldwide. Harrison's efforts not only generated millions for UNICEF but also galvanized the music community for humanitarian causes, demonstrating the power of collaboration among artists. The album includes a bonus track of Harrison's charity single 'Bangla Desh' and features performances of beloved songs from both his solo career and The Beatles.

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