In 1983, U2 released ‘New Year’s Day,’ a song that would become one of their earliest international hits and a defining moment in their rise to global fame. Featured on their third studio album, War, the track showcased the band’s growing political awareness and their ability to blend anthemic rock with socially conscious lyrics. The […]
While both Live Aid (July 1985) and Woodstock (August 1969) are monumental in rock history, Live Aid arguably had a greater impact on rock ‘n’ roll’s global influence and legacy. Woodstock was a cultural watershed a symbol of the counterculture movement, peace and musical revolution. It defined an era and solidified the careers of acts […]